'I am all thrilled to act with Rajinikanth in Sivaji,' says noted actor Suman.

He plays the baddie in the movie that is being produced by AVM Productions and directed by Shankar.

A thrilled Suman says, 'I came to know several names like Amitabh Bachchan, Mohanlal and Sanjay Dutt were in consideration for this role. I am happy that I have been chosen for the role now'.

On how he bagged the plump role, Suman says, 'one day I got a call from director Shankar, who wanted me to come and meet him. When I went and met him, he said that he wanted me to play the role. When such a opportunity knocked on my door, I immediately decided to grab it.'

Having done over 250 films in various South Indian films, Suman had acted with Rajinikanth in Thee released about 25 years ago.