19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Mamitha Baiju called Suriya her 'favourite' person and had to exit 'Vanangaan'
The makers have officially released pictures from the puja ceremony of
's next venture, tentatively titled '
Suriya 46
', starring
and Mollywood actress
in the lead roles.
Mamitha
has previously expressed her dream of working with Suriya and shared her admiration for him.
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Now, after years, her wish has come true, and an old video clip of her saying the same has resurfaced online.
Back in 2022, Mamitha and Suriya were part of director Bala's Vanangaan. Suriya was also attached to the project as a producer. However, due to creative differences, he walked away from the film. Mamitha, who had reportedly shot with Suriya for around 40 days, eventually exited the film as well. Though
Vanangaan
hit theatres in January 2024, the final version featured
, Roshni Prakash, and Ridhi in the lead roles.
Mamitha spoke about her brief involvement in the shelved version of Vanangaan while promoting her 2024 hit film
Premalu
.
Kho Kho | Song - Venal Pathayil
In an interview with Ginger Media in 2022, she said, 'Suriya is my favourite person. I respect him so much because he is such a wonderful person. We have a lot to learn from him, like the way he talks and the way he treats people.'
Later, in a conversation with Rednool, she said, 'Someone whom I like very much, even from when I was a child, has been Suriya sir.
I also like Ajith sir a lot. I've watched all their films.'
Mamitha also admitted that she used to watch many of Suriya's films with her father and brother while growing up.
One fan reacted to the recent post, 'Her dreams have come true ❤️❤️ Congratulations @mamitha_baiju 😍😍.' Another commented, 'Finally together!'
On the work front, Suriya was last seen in Retro, directed by
. He is also expected to collaborate with
soon.
Mamitha recently made her Tamil debut in 'Rebel', directed by Nikesh RS. She is also gearing up for her roles in 'Dude' and 'Jana Nayagan'.
