When Rajinikanth Disclosed The Backlash For Being Paired With Aishwarya Rai In 'Robot'

The 2010 film " Robot ," starring Rajinikanth and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, and directed by Shankar, is celebrated as a cult classic among fans. This movie marked the first time collaboration between Thalaivar and Aishwarya Rai.

When Rajinikanth recounted a comical incident
During the movie's premiere, Rajinikanth addressed the criticism surrounding his on-screen pairing with Aishwarya, despite a notable 23-year age difference, by sharing an amusing anecdote.

He said, "I'm not exaggerating. In Bangalore, my brother's house is there, I went there. Nearby, one Rajasthani tenants, they have come there. After knowing I was there, he came to see me. His name was Nandulal. He is some 60 plus. He came and say 'Hey Rajini , what happened to your hair?' I said, 'Jhad gaye yaar, choro (it shed, let's forget about it)'."

When the man inquired about Rajini Sir's retirement plans, Rajinikanth revealed that he was presently involved in a project titled "Robot" with Aishwarya Rai in the lead role. The man then proceeded to ask Rajinikanth, "Who is the hero?"

At this point, all those present at the event burst out laughing. Rajinikanth continued, "I said I am the hero. He asked, 'Are you?' His kids were also with him and told him, 'Daddy he is the hero'. Then 10 minutes he was only staring at me. Then okay bye bye bye. Then I hear a voice from outside. 'What has happened to Aishwarya Rai? What has happened to Abhishek Bachchan? Leave it. What has happened to Amitabh Bachchan?'."