Thalapathy Vijay's Varisu hit the theatres on January 11. The film clashed with Ajith Kumar's Thunivu. Shaam, who was a hero in the 2000s, played Vijay's brother in the film.
In an interaction, Shaam said, "When I told Vijay sir that Ajith sir’s Thunivu is getting released along with Varisu for Pongal, he was so happy to watch both movies. His positive approach was so amazing. You all would get surprised by a fact. I was initially approached to play the villain role in Ajith sir’s Thunivu movie, but I couldn’t take it up as the shooting dates of both the movies clashed, and couldn’t be adjusted. I thank director Vinoth for considering me to play the particular role in this movie."
He further added, "Although I had no opportunity to work with Ajith sir in any movie, both of us have met several times. Both our daughters are schooling together, and we would meet each other during the school events. Ajith sir is someone, who regularly takes part in all his children’s school and educational programs. He is a great example and inspiration on how a parent should be concerned about their children’s education. I would sometimes attend and miss the school related events, and my wife would go for it. She would come back and tell me that when a person like Ajith sir is able to keep aside his busy schedule and take part in such occasions, why am I unable to do it. I have got scolding from my wife several times because of Ajith sir. "
