Jiiva remembers KV Anand with an emotional tribute as 'Ko' turns 15; 'You will always remain an ever-living genius'

Actor Jiiva has built a strong and steady career in Tamil cinema with a mix of commercial hits and performance-based roles. Over the years, he has proved his versatility by choosing different kinds of scripts. Among all his films, 'Ko' stands out as a major turning point. The film, released in 2011, made him popular, and he developed a large fan base. His role as a photojournalist felt fresh and realistic, making a strong impact on audiences. Even today, 'Ko' is remembered as one of the most important films in his career.

Jiiva remembers KV Anand on 15 years of 'Ko'

On the 15th anniversary of the film, Jiiva shared an emotional note remembering director K. V. Anand. He wrote, “On this day, I remember my most favourite #KVAnand sir. I still remember the first phone call and the last message from you, sir.” He further added, “You were, you are, and you will always remain an ever-living genius. Thank you, sir.” Jiiva also thanked fans for their love towards the film, saying, “Thank you all for the love showered on Ashwin and the others.” His message touched many fans online.

Did you know that Jiiva was not the first choice for 'Ko'?

It's interesting that actor Silambarasan was considered for the main role in "Ko," but he couldn't be cast for some reason. Jiiva then accepted the role, which was a big break opportunity for that actor. The success of the 'Ko' film brought more visibility to the actor, and he established himself as a lead actor for content films.

'Ko' - A timeless film that still connects with audiences

Directed by K. V. Anand, 'Ko' successfully combined political and media issues with action in an attractive manner. The movie was a blockbuster and received many awards. It is still very effective in its message after 15 years. Jiiva's latest homage commemorates the film and pays respect to director KV Anand, whose collection is a source of inspiration for many in the industry.




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