India, March 27 -- Actor-filmmaker Samuthirakani was in Hyderabad recently to promote his upcoming Ram Chakri-directorial Carmeni Selvam, which will also be released in Telugu. He was asked about a viral video in which he was heard criticising Vijay after his public appearance with Trisha Krishnan at a Chennai wedding. Samuthirakani reveals he knew he was being recorded and stands by his statements.

At the end of the press meet, Samuthirakani was asked about the remarks he made in a recent interview about a hero. He seemed confused at first, asking, "In an interview? Right now? (smiles)" When the reporter hesitated, he said, "Tell me, speak openly." The reporter clarified that he was speaking about Vijay and Samuthirakani's video critici...