Suriya and Jyotika heap praise on ‘Sarvam Maya’ actress Riya Shibu with heartfelt note, Delulu star expresses gratitude

A heartfelt note from Suriya and Jyotika became a career-defining surprise for young Malayalam actress Riya Shibu, who has courted wide appreciation for her role in 'Sarvam Maya'. After watching the film on OTT, the star couple sent her a beautifully packed gift hamper along with a handwritten note praising her performance. In her social media post, Riya Shibu expressed happiness, reflecting on the time both actors took to motivate her individually.Suriya and Jyotka's note read, "Loved your performance in Sarvam Maya, Riya! So natural, impactful and a joy to watch. Big congratulations and wishing you continued success and many more memorable roles ahead (sic)."Riya gushed over the note and the gift hamper on her social media handle. Riya wrote, "Simply over the moon!!!! Thank you so so much @Suriya_offl sir #jyothika maam!! To take the time and effort to send me this hamper as a token of appreciation for my performance really means a lot to me (sic)."Additionally, the star couple also sent a note to composer Justin Prabhakaran, that read, "Amazing work on Sarvam Maya. The music truly elevated the film. Big congratulations and keep creating magic (sic)." Justin too went on to thank the duo for their kind words of appreciation.Riya stars as the quirky, “Delulu” Gen Z ghost opposite Nivin Pauly in the unconventional romantic comedy. What seemed like a horror track gradually transformed into a delightful and cute love story. Her charming screen presence and effortless performance have been widely praised, especially after its multi-language digital release. Notably, she was not originally cast for the role, but her eventual inclusion added value to the plot, rendering it relevant and relatable.Suriya and Jyotika's acknowledgment comes as 'Sarvam Maya' is already a hit, amassing 150 crores worldwide. The film’s successful theatrical run and strong OTT response have helped Riya Shibu’s performance reach viewers across industries. Directed and written by Akhil Sathyan, 'Sarvam Maya' is a romantic comedy-drama that stars Nivin Pauly, Preity Mukhundhan, and Aju Varghese in significant roles.