An unexpected face has taken the internet by storm following the release of the much-anticipated ‘Thug Life’ trailer. Actress Abhirami, whose real name is Divya Gopikumar, has become a trending topic thanks to a bold scene featuring her alongside legendary actor Kamal Haasan. While she’s not new to the industry, this sudden wave of attention has brought her back into the limelight in a big way.From Divya Gopikumar to AbhiramiAbhirami’s journey in cinema began years ago under her birth name, but she later adopted the screen name inspired by her love for the iconic character in ‘Gunaa.’ She started out in Malayalam cinema with modest roles in films like ‘Pathram,’ before successfully transitioning to Tamil cinema with her debut in Vaanavil (2000). Her performances in ‘Middle Class Madhavan,’ ‘Samasthanam,’ and particularly ‘Virumaandi’ opposite Kamal Haasan, established her as a versatile and expressive performer.A versatile journeyOver the years, Abhirami has made her mark in multiple languages, including Telugu and Kannada films. She continued to work steadily, taking on diverse roles that showed her range. In recent years, she was seen in films like Maara, and in 2024, she appeared in ‘Vettaiyan,’ ‘Jolly O Gymkhana,’ and ‘Once Upon A Time in Madras.’ Off-screen, she enjoys a fulfilling personal life with her husband Rahul Pavanan and their adopted daughter, Kalki.Trailer sparks conversationWhat has reignited the spotlight on her is a specific moment in the ‘Thug Life’ trailer, an intimate scene where her character shares a kiss with Kamal Haasan. Given their 30-year age gap, the scene has stirred debate among netizens. While some appreciated the bold storytelling, others expressed discomfort. Regardless, it has undoubtedly made Abhirami a talking point once again as ‘Thug Life’ gears up for a grand release on June 5, 2025.Talking about legendary actor Kamal Haasan, he has contributions to Indian cinema. He began his career as a child artist and has acted in over 230 films across multiple languages, including Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi. Known for iconic films like Nayakan, Hey Ram, and Vishwaroopam, he has won several awards, including four National Film Awards. Kamal Haasan’s previous film was the actioner ‘Indian 2’ which was directed by Shankar, unfortunately the movie received mediocre reviews from the audiences.Kamal Haasan’s previous hit was the fantasy film ‘Kalki 2898 AD’ starring Prabhas in the lead. Kamal Hassan played the role of an antagonist in the movie.
