'Junior' pre-release event: Shivarajkumar outdances Kireeti and Sreeleela on stage; Wins over fans with his energy
Kannada superstar Shivarajkumar was invited as the chief guest of the pre-release event of the upcoming film 'Junior,' held recently in Bengaluru. The veteran actor proved once again why age is just a number, as he danced along with the leading pair during an impromptu dance performance.
'Viral Vayyari' moment goes truly viral
The event, which featured the film's lead stars
Kireeti Reddy
,
Sreeleela
, and Genelia D'Souza, turned electric when a performance of the high-energy track 'Viral Vayyari' was recreated on stage. Kireeti and Sreeleela were seen grooving to the song's catchy hook step when Shivarajkumar was called up to join them. Initially hesitant, the 63-year-old actor quickly slipped into the rhythm.
Not only did Shivarajkumar match the younger actors step-for-step, but he continued dancing even after they stopped, drawing applause and cheers from the crowd.
Netizens were quick to pick up on the viral moment. Several clips from the event began circulating online, with fans lauding the actor's enthusiasm and agility.
A packed slate for the Sandalwood icon
Shivarajkumar has an impressive lineup of films. He is set to appear in Buchi Babu Sana's highly anticipated sports drama 'Peddi' alongside Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor. He also has Kannada projects like 'Uttarakaanda' and 'Bhairavana Kone Paata' in the pipeline, and will reprise his role in Nelson Dilipkumar's 'Jailer 2' starring Rajinikanth.
On his birthday, Shivarajkumar was celebrated with the release of a character poster from the upcoming Telugu film 'Peddi.' The poster, unveiled by the makers, showcases Shivarajkumar as Gournaidu, a powerful, authoritative figure with a commanding presence. He is seen sporting a rugged look with a thick handlebar moustache and a piercing gaze.
The first poster for 'Survivor', a documentary chronicling his courageous battle with bladder cancer, was also revealed.
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