Gautham Karthik: If not for STR brother, Pathu Thala would have remained an unfulfilled project

Silambarasan's upcoming film Pathu Thala is set to hit the theatres on March 30. Directed by Obeli N Krishna, the film also stars Gautham Karthik, Priya Bhavani Shankar and Gautham Vasudev Menon. 

Ahead of the release, in a statement, Gautham said, "Just like how a debut film is important for an actor, a breakthrough project becomes mandatory for them. Pathu Thala is more of an emotion to me. The whole process has been so challenging and meaningful."

Thanking the producers, the actor said that teamwork was a big strength in rising above the odds and making the film. 

"If not for Silambarasan brother, Pathu Thala would have remained an unfulfilled project. The way, he strained and went through excruciating challenges for my sake leaves me speechless. He had gone through a physical transformation, and I am not sure if anyone would boldly decide to gain weight again for a project.This is beyond imagination, and he made it happen."

He also said that Priya's punctuality and sincerity are inspiring. "Director Krishna sir is the pillar and has carried the entire project on his shoulder. AR Rahman sir is considered the God Father of many actors, and I always look up as a great inspiration. It’s a blessing to be working with such an adorable icon, and I am cherishing the beautiful songs he has given for me in this movie," he added. 

Pathu Thala is a remake of the 2017 Kannada film Mufti. Silambarasan will essay on the character originally played by Shiva Rajkumar in the Kannada version. The film also stars Kalaiyarasan, Teejay Arunasalam, and Anu Sithara, among others.