Sathyaraj regrets passing away of ‘close friend’ Manivannan

Veteran actor Sathyaraj has regretted the demise of his friend and film-maker Manivannan who passed away in June this year.
 
A veteran who had served the industry in various capacities as an actor, script-writer, director and producer, the multi-faceted Manivannan was known for his thought-provoking movies and his unique dialogue-delivery even as he excelled in all kinds of roles: be it a villain or a comedian or a character-artiste.
 
Sathyaraj said ?Without doubt, my role as Periyar in the film Periyar is very close to my heart among all the roles I have essayed.  It was praised by the critics; I can?t find any other role which gave me such a joy while I was playing it.  I love the philosophies of Periyar and the late V. Prabhakaran of LTTE,? he said.

 
?My films at present include Sigaram Thodu and Isai; I?m also essaying a good role in the Telugu film Baahubali.  Goundamani was hugely responsible in many o my films doing well early in my career.  We shared a great ?on-screen chemistry?.  Likewise, I can?t forget Manivannan whose films had guided me to a great extent.  I can no more realize my dream of starring in his films which is a very sad feeling,? concluded Sathyaraj.