Used to be made fun of in films, members of the priestly class are quite happy that 'Jai Simha' is a different movie. In a scene where an arrogant cop gets aggressive against the Brahmans of Kumbakonam, Balakrishna's character speaks highly of the importance of Hindu rituals and their upholders - the Brahmanas.

Therefore, some representatives of priests will on Thursday felicitate Balakrishna, appreciating him for using the medium of cinema to highlight their place in the society.

"Mantram Brahmanadheenam. Daivam mantradheenam. Operation vaidhyude cheyali. Aalaya pooja archakude cheyali. Bhakti Brahmanula vrutthi. Adhi bhagavanthudu vallakicchina shakti," says Balayya in an emotional scene. One has to appreciate M Ratnam for the incisive lines.