Fans shout ‘Thala’ at Tirupati temple; Ajith signals to calm down

Tirupati: Top Tamil actor Ajith Kumar made a surprise visit to the Tirupati Ezhumalayan Temple for the early morning Suprabhata Seva on Monday. During the pooja, fans outside the temple shouted ‘Thala’ to catch his attention, prompting Ajith to signal with his hand and remind them, “Idhu Kovil” (This is a temple), urging quiet respect.

Despite the tense moment, Ajith later posed for a selfie with a fan, maintaining a warm connection with devotees. The actor has recently been visiting temples, including his family deity’s temple in Kerala, sparking speculation about a possible spiritual tour. Fans cheered as he exited the temple, and social media has widely shared videos of the interaction, praising his composure and respect for the sacred space.

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Ajith Kumar, gearing up for his 64th film with director Adhik Ravichandran, arrived in Tirupati on Sunday for a personal darshan. The Suprabhata Seva, a pre-dawn ritual, was attended by the actor, who interacted with temple staff and devotees. During the visit, the excitement of fans escalated as they called out his popular moniker, ‘Thala’. Ajith, maintaining decorum, reminded them of the temple’s sanctity with a simple gesture and words, earning admiration for his respect toward religious practices.

Videos shared online captured him kneeling slightly for a fan selfie, which delighted devotees. His recent visits to temples across Tamil Nadu and Kerala, including the unveiling of a chest tattoo of his family deity, have fueled speculation about a spiritual phase in his life. This visit reinforced his image as a grounded star who balances stardom with respect for tradition and spirituality, leaving fans emotionally moved.