Originally Posted by
Gopal,S.
Dear Mr.Rangarajan,
I cant say yes or no to your postings as it is purely personal opinion of yours. But I can quote Kamal's opinion from one of his interviews for kunkumam magazine in 1980.
As quoted by Kamal.
"Though Sivaji Sir is India's greatest Actor ,he happens to be a star also. His Fans have accepted his movies like thirisoolam which has created record on its own sort which we are all wondering when we can touch that feet. But this kind of adoration from his pillaigal is affecting the kind of movies he is currently doing. It is my dream or a burning desire to cast him in a role to his fullest potential as I strongly feel ,he has the same verve and vigour as a great Actor and I will do it shortly."
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Kamal did it but 10 years later in Devar magan.
My answer is that his potential is best exploited from 1952 - 1974 . After this period also he blended well with young generation like Durai,Barathi Raja, Vijayan,Manivannan, Barathan to name a few.There were worthwhile performances after 1975 also , and he remained the same till his last breath.
Definitely,there are people here with unconditional adoration which is natural.
we are not abusing anyone with honest and straight intentions .If you are too serious ,as a movie buff ,I can clarify all your doubts by PM.