Superstar Rajnikanth had spoken about his political stand and on the fact that he will not be the chief ministerial candidate of his party but will only be the leader of the party. He had also said that he wants to witness a change in the society and then he will step into politics.

While many political leaders have been critical of Rajni's views and statements, some celebrities and politicians have come in support of him as well. Actor and director Raghava Lawrence and director Bharathiraja have praised the statements of Rajnikanth.

Recently, in an event Samathuva makkal Katchi leader and actor Sarathkumar was asked about his opinion regarding Rajni's political plans, and the actor responded that he will give his opinion and answer questions about Rajni only if those who question him about Rajni deposit 5 lakhs in his account.