Actor Jai Bala announces his exit from TV show 'Manasellam'; Surendar to replace him as Arul?
Jai Bala
has officially confirmed his departure from the hit show
Manasellam
. While rumours about his exit had been circulating for a while, the actor recently broke his silence and addressed the speculation, sharing a heartfelt message with his fans on social media.
Taking to Instagram, Jai Bala expressed his gratitude to his co-stars, the production team, and his loyal audience. Reflecting on his journey, he wrote, "A Difficult Goodbye... After an incredible journey of 102 episodes and nearly 6 unforgettable months, the time has come for me to bid farewell to Manasellam.
To my ever-supportive co-artists and hardworking technicians—thank you from the bottom of my heart. Every moment spent on set, every scene shared, and every laugh between takes will forever remain close to me.
We created not just a show, but memories that will live with me always.
It's not easy to say goodbye, especially to something that became a second home. But life moves forward, and with it, so must I. My heartfelt gratitude to our director and cameraman, who believed in me and gave me the chance to bring
Arul
to life. It's been an honour.
And to my most precious audience, my dear brothers and sisters who loved me like your own, who made Arul reach heights I never imagined—thank you.
Your love, support, and constant encouragement touched me deeply. Every message, every cheer, every smile. I felt it all. You made Arul who he is, and I'll never forget it. This isn't just a goodbye. It's a salute to every person who walked with me on this journey."
While Jai Bala bids farewell to his role as Arul, speculation about his replacement has been buzzing. According to sources, actor
Surendar
, known for his performance in Malar, is likely to take on the character in the upcoming episodes. An official confirmation regarding the casting change is still awaited.
Fans of the show have expressed mixed feelings about the transition, with many sharing their appreciation for Jai Bala's portrayal of Arul while remaining curious about the new dynamics Surendar might bring to the role.
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