Suriya and Karthi fulfill 'Meiyazhagan' director Premkumar's dream with a special gift
Director Premkumar, who rose to fame with the emotional romantic drama '96', recently delivered another well-received film titled '
Meiyazhagan
'. Starring
Karthi
and
Arvind Swami
, the movie was released under Suriya's production house. Following its positive reception among audiences,
Premkumar
is now gearing up for an exciting new chapter, directing the much-anticipated sequel to ''96.' But amid the buzz, what truly touched hearts was a personal gesture from actors
Suriya
and Karthi.
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A long-lost dream makes an unexpected return to reality
Premkumar has always dreamed of owning a white
Mahindra Thar
, specifically the rugged and stylish Thar Roxx AX5L 4x4 variant. However, due to life's demands and shifting priorities, he had to let go of the savings he had set aside for it. That cherished dream seemed to drift out of reach—until a surprise message from Suriya reignited it. The actor sent Premkumar a picture of the very car he had once hoped for, along with a simple yet powerful message: 'It has arrived.'
An unforgettable moment at
Lakshmi
Illam
The real surprise awaited Premkumar at Suriya's residence, Lakshmi Illam. As he arrived, the gates opened to reveal the gleaming white Thar, standing proudly. Right beside it was Karthi, who handed over the keys to the astonished director, symbolically unlocking the dream he had once paused. The emotional moment left Premkumar speechless, as the brothers had not just given him a gift, but fulfilled a heartfelt wish.
Not just a car, but a symbol of
brotherhood
and gratitude
Sharing his experience on Instagram, Premkumar wrote that he doesn't see it merely as a gift, but as a dream fulfilled by his two elder brothers. Overwhelmed with emotion, he revealed he had already driven 50 km in just two days, still soaking in the surreal experience. It wasn't just about a car, it was about love, respect, and the power of believing in someone's dreams.
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