'Karuppu' team issues regret statement on Ilaiyaraaja, Makers say 'No intention to hurt music legend'

The team of 'Karuppu' has expressed regret to legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja over the controversy surrounding a scene in the film. In an official statement, the makers said the scene featuring his name was included only to convey a message within the story and was never intended to hurt anyone. They stressed that they have immense respect for the music legend, who has ruled the music world for more than five decades. According to the team, there was no intention to insult or tarnish the image of the veteran composer in any way.In the statement, the team clearly mentioned that they never had even the slightest intention to hurt Ilaiyaraaja or disrespect his legacy. They added that if the scene had upset the composer, his family members, fans, or music lovers, they sincerely expressed their regret. The clarification comes after the issue became widely discussed on social media, with many fans reacting strongly to the scene. The team has now attempted to calm the situation by explaining that the moment was placed without any hidden motive.Suriya starrer 'Karuppu' hit theatres last week after overcoming a few hurdles ahead of its release. Soon after the film’s release, discussions began online regarding a particular scene connected to Ilaiyaraaja’s name. The debate quickly gained attention among cinema fans and music lovers. Following the reactions, the team decided to issue a public clarification. Despite the controversy, the film has been pulling audiences and is one of the most talked about Tamil releases of the week.Directed by RJ Balaji, Karuppu features Suriya in the lead role alongside Trisha Krishnan, Swasika, Shivada, Yogi Babu, Indrans, and Natty. The music for the film has been composed by Sai Abhyankkar. Director RJ Balaji has also acted in an important role in the movie. Released amid huge expectations, the film is now making headlines both for its box office response and the recent controversy.