The recent sad news that has hit Kollywood is the demise of producer Ashok Kumar. A lot of celebrities who have been sharing their views and opinions on this issue have come forward in support of financier Anbuchezhiyan at a press meet and the next to defend the financier is leading producer Kalaipuli S Thanu. At the press meet, he has said:

“If Anbu is not there all the small producers will be gone. In fact, if he is not there, we are not there. My deepest condolences to Ashok Kumar’s family. If not for Anbu sir, Rajini Murugan would have not released. He has helped for various films both big and small.

After Kabali released, he is the last one I paid. Only two days after its release I paid him and he is such a patient human. Such a nice person and it is sad that such a big blame is on him. They could have solved this issue without much effort. We have dealt with huge problems and none of the films have stopped because of him. Why are people criticising him? There is some mystery behind this. Read the case and the letter and decide for yourself. No matter what, Anbu should not leave this industry and I am sure he will overcome this! I will come forward and make a movie for Ashok’s family starring Sasikumar or Vishal and help them get their money. Anbu is a nice, genuine, humble and affectionate person. We will fully support the family of Ashok Kumar and help them get over their loss”