Actress Trisha Krishnan has responded to criticism surrounding her on-screen pairing with veteran actor Kamal Haasan in the upcoming film Thug Life. Addressing concerns over their 30-year age gap, Trisha dismissed the controversy, calling her chemistry with Haasan “magic”.
Trisha’s Confident Response to Critics
At a pre-release event in Mumbai, Trisha acknowledged that she was aware of the age-gap discourse even before signing the film. She stated, “I knew this would be a talking point the moment the film was announced, but I also knew it would be magic”.
Praise for Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam
Trisha also spoke about her experience working with Kamal Haasan and director Mani Ratnam, describing their collaboration as “surreal”. She noted that their creative synergy was so strong that actors on set often found themselves “just staring at them” instead of focusing on their own performances.
Controversy Over ‘Sugar Baby’ Song
Apart from the age-gap debate, Thug Life has also drawn attention for its solo track featuring Trisha, titled ‘Sugar Baby’. Some netizens criticized the song’s title, questioning its relevance in a Mani Ratnam film.
Conclusion
Despite online chatter, Thug Life remains one of 2025’s most anticipated Tamil films, set for a June 5 theatrical release. With Kamal Haasan, Trisha Krishnan, and Silambarasan TR leading the cast, the film promises to be a cinematic spectacle.
For more updates on this developing story, stay tuned.
