Rajinikanth Pays Tribute to Late Sarath Babu, Recalls His Advice to Quit Smoking

The Indian film industry is mourning the loss of veteran actor Sarath Babu who passed away on Monday at the age of 71. Celebrities from Tamil cinema, including stars like Rajinikanth, Surya and Karthi, paid their respects and shared heartfelt messages on social media.

In a recent event where he paid tribute to his late friend, Rajinikanth shared some emotional memories with the media. Below are some of the key points from Rajinikanth’s speech:

Sub-heading: A Heartwarming Association

• Rajinikanth and Sarath Babu were good friends even before they became actors.
• Sarath Babu was a loving and caring person who always had a smile on his face.
• The late veteran was also a talented actor with whom Rajinikanth acted in many successful films like Mullum Malarum, Muthu, Annamalai, and Velaikkaran.

Sub-heading: Sarath Babu’s Advice on Smoking

• According to Rajinikanth, Sarath Babu was always concerned about his friend’s smoking habit.
• Sarath Babu advised Rajinikanth to quit smoking for a long and healthy life.
• If Sarath Babu saw Rajinikanth smoking, he would even snatch the cigarette and put it out.

Sub-heading: An Exceptional Memory

• Rajinikanth recalled a memorable incident from the filming of Annamalai when he had trouble with an important scene.
• Sarath Babu calmed him down and got him a cigarette which helped Rajinikanth relax and perform better.
• Despite his strict pro-health stance on smoking, Sarath Babu’s love for his friend and his dedication to his craft allowed him to make an exception in this case.

The Indian film industry has lost a talented actor, and Rajinikanth has lost a dear friend. The memories shared by Rajinikanth showcased the wonderful bond that he had with Sarath Babu, and the impact that the late veteran had on his life.