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Radikaa Sarathkumar: I used to bully Rajinikanth a lot; his fans find it offensive that I don’t…

Radikaa Sarathkumar is gearing up for the release of her next film Thaai Kizhavi, which is produced by Sivakarthikeyan and will release on February 20

Anusha Sundar
Feb 07, 2026
Radikaa Sarathkumar: I used to bully Rajinikanth a lot; his fans might find it offensive that I don’t…
Rajinikanth and Radikaa

Actor Radikaa Sarathkumar, who was last seen in Revolver Rita, will be headlining an upcoming film titled Thaai Kizhavi. With a couple of weeks left for the release, the promotions for the film have begun already, with the first single out. Radikaa Sarathkumar, in one of her latest interviews, spoke about her camaraderie with Rajinikanth. The duo had acted in several films in the past.

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Radikaa Sarathkumar on Rajinikanth: What did the Thaai Kizhavi actor say?

Radikaa Sarathkumar, in an interview with Galatta Plus, spoke about her equation with Rajinikanth. They have acted in multiple films, including Pokkiri Raja, Oorkavalan, Nallavanukku Nallavan and others. Speaking in the interview, Radikaa said how she shares a friendly equation with Rajinikanth.

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“I used to bully him a lot but now I don't. A lot of his fans find it offensive that I call him Rajini and they ask why don't I call him a sir. What is their problem. But now I do. I have respect for whom he has become now. Your self-belief becomes more when you see him,” she said. Radikaa also recalled their earlier days and how they used to race on bike after late night shoots in Chennai, after wrapping up the day.

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What is Thaai Kizhavi release date?

Thaai Kizhavi is slated for a theatrical release on February 20. The film is directed by debutant Sivakumar Murugesan. Touted to be a rural drama, the film revolves around Paun Thayi, an ageing, boisterous woman who lives in a village where everyone is scared and wary of her. Apart from Radikaa Sarathkumar, the film’s cast also includes Singam Puli, Arul Doss, Bala Saravanan, Munishkanth, Ilavarasu, George Maryan, Muthukumar, Raichal Rabecca and others in supporting roles. JioHotstar has bagged the post-theatrical streaming rights of the film. The editor is San Lokesh and Vivek Vijayakumar has cranked the camera. Nivas K Prasanna is the composer.

Thaai Kizhavi FAQs

Q. What is Thaai Kizhavi release date?

A. Thaai Kizhavi will release in theatres on February 20, 2026.

Q. What is Thaali Kizhavi OTT partner?

A. JioHotstar has bagged the OTT rights of Thaai Kizhavi and will be available on OTTplay Premium as well.

Q. What is Thaali Kizhavi mean?

A. The title refers to a funny way of addressing an old woman.

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