Renowned Tamil actor Sivakumar has once again found himself embroiled in controversy, this time during a book launch event in Chennai. The incident, captured on camera by ABP Nadu, has ignited a storm of criticism on various social media platforms.
In the video, an elderly man approaches Sivakumar with a shawl, seemingly in a gesture of goodwill. However, instead of accepting the offering, the actor reacts negatively by snatching the shawl and tossing it to the ground. The elderly man retrieves the shawl, but Sivakumar sternly instructs him to stay away.
The clip quickly went viral, prompting widespread condemnation from fans and netizens alike. Social media was flooded with disapproval, with one user expressing, “His actions directly anger others towards you, resulting in a loss of respect for your family. Don’t extend invitations to individuals of this nature for public functions. Just ignore them and withhold respect.”
Suriya, the actor’s son, also faced disappointment from fans who pointed out their displeasure at such behavior. This is not the first instance of Sivakumar’s controversial actions; in 2018, he made headlines for knocking a fan’s phone out of their hand during a selfie attempt. Despite issuing a public apology and compensating the fan with a new phone, Sivakumar’s recurring outbursts continue to draw negative attention.
Sivakumar, a stalwart in the Tamil film industry since the 1960s, boasts a career spanning nearly six decades with diverse roles as protagonists, antagonists, and supporting characters. Despite transitioning away from active film roles since the early 2000s, his recent actions have overshadowed his longstanding contributions to the industry.
