The Tamil film industry is mourning the death of legendary director K. Bhagyaraj, where family members, friends and colleagues gather to pay their last respects. Actress Radhika Sarathkumar grabbed attention by making an emotional appeal to the media amid the emotional scenes at Bhagyaraj’s house.
Radhika, who has been close to both Bhagyaraj and Bharathiraja over the years, asked everyone present to respect the family’s privacy during one of the most difficult times.
Radhika asks the media for privacy
A video outside Bhagyaraj’s house has now gone viral on social media. While Bhagyaraj’s last rites were being taken to his home, Radhika was seen getting out of the ambulance and tried to make way for the family. With folded hands, she made an emotional appeal to the media, saying: “I fold my hands and ask you…please
Don’t chase TRPs. We entertain you with our movies. Please give the family some privacy.” She went on to ask photographers and camera crews to make way for Bhagyaraj’s family members so that they can pay their last respects without disturbing the camera.
Her emotional appeal touched the hearts of many, and many social media users praised her.
A familiar face during sad moments in Tamil cinema
Radhika has maintained a great relationship with both Bhagyaraj and Bharathiraja for many years in the Tamil film industry.
Just a few days ago, Radhika was one of the prominent people who spent long hours paying tribute to Bharathiraja during his burial and stood with their colleagues in the film industry until the end of the proceedings. In the wake of Bhagyaraj’s death, Radhika was once again there to support the family.
Fans are praising Radhika for putting her compassion in front of the cameras
The viral video was greatly appreciated on social media platforms, with people praising Radhika for reminding others to respect times of grief. Netizens pointed out that her request was not intended to prevent the media from reporting the story, but rather to give the family some privacy to grieve in peace. With many respecting Bhagyaraj, Radhika’s emotional appeal became one of the biggest highlights of the day.