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News18
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Shruti Haasan Calls 3 ‘Worse Than Heartbreak', Says It'd Trend Beyond Kolaveri Di Today
Aishwarya Rajinikanth's 2012 debut "3" is a cult classic known for "Why This Kolaveri Di." Shruti Haasan feels its take on love and mental health would resonate more today. Over a decade since its release, Aishwarya Rajinikanth's directorial debut 3 is still a cult classic, not just for its viral song Why This Kolaveri Di, but also for its layered take on love and mental health. Actor Shruti Haasan, who starred alongside Dhanush in the 2012 psychological drama, believes the film was ahead of its time and would have resonated more deeply with audiences today. Speaking in a recent interview with Prema, Shruti opened up about how much the project meant to her, and the emotional weight of seeing it underappreciated during its initial release. 'Regret I have is when some films I know are very special. And I know I gave a part of myself. And when they don't work, it's worse than heartbreak. But in general, I am not a regretful person," she said. When asked to name the films she had in mind, Shruti didn't hesitate to mention 3. 'I wish 3 was a more commercial success. Now, everybody talks of pan-Indian films. But even back then, it had to be dubbed in Hindi; there was no OTT. I feel like if that film were released now, it would've been a rage. Much bigger than just the Kolaveri song," she explained. She also mentioned D-Day as another film she wished had reached a wider audience. Released in 2012, 3 followed the story of Ram (Dhanush) and Janani (Shruti), a couple whose seemingly perfect love story takes a tragic turn when Ram is diagnosed with bipolar disorder. The film was praised for its emotional depth but struggled to find box office success despite the overwhelming popularity of its soundtrack. Why This Kolaveri Di?, composed by a then-debutant Anirudh Ravichander and sung by Dhanush, became an internet sensation in 2011. It crossed millions of views within days, even earning a nod from then Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, who invited Dhanush as a guest to Delhi. Meanwhile, Dhanush is gearing up for Idly Kadai and Tere Ishk Mein, while Shruti will next be seen in Coolie and Train. First Published: July 26, 2025, 09:53 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Shruti Haasan says 3 with Dhanush would be a ‘rage' beyond Kolaveri Di if it were released today: Worse than heartbreak
Aishwarya Rajinikanth's romantic psychological thriller 3 has become a cult classic over the years. But when the Dhanush and Shruti Haasan-starrer was released in 2012, it received mixed reviews for its portrayal of love and mental health. In an interview with Prema, Shruti remarked how she thinks the film would be a 'rage' if it were released today, beyond the viral song Why This Kolaveri Di. Shruti Haasan and Dhanush played a young, married couple in 3. Shruti Haasan on the 'heartbreak' of 3 not being a success Shruti was asked if she had any regrets, and she replied, 'Regret I have is when some films I know are very special. And I know I gave a part of myself. And when they don't work, it's worse than heartbreak. But in general, I am not a regretful person.' When asked to elaborate on the films she was talking about, she said, 'I wish 3 was a more commercial success. Now, everybody talks of pan-Indian films. But even back then, it had to be dubbed in Hindi; there was no OTT. I feel like if that film were released now, it would've been a rage. Much bigger than just the Kolaveri song. I wish D-Day was a bigger hit. And there are some films which I did for the sake of it, but those go on to become huge hits.' About 3 Why This Kolaveri Di? was a song from 3, composed by Anirudh Ravichander, and written and sung by Dhanush. The song became viral on all platforms when it was released in 2011, receiving more than 3.5 million views on YouTube. Then Prime Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh, even invited Dhanush to Delhi as a guest of honour. 3 tells the story of a young married couple, Ram (Dhanush) and Janani (Shruti), who get married against her family's wishes. However, things take a turn for the worse when Ram realises he is bipolar and goes into manic states, making him feel guilty. The film begins and ends on a tragic note. Dhanush will soon star in Idly Kadai, which he also directs, and Tere Ishk Mein, and Shruti will star in Coolie and Train.
