Vetrimaaran and Dhanush’s blockbuster Vadachennai created waves, with plans to collaborate again with Simbu for a new project under Dhanush’s production. Amid promo and title videos ready, rumors surfaced that Dhanush demanded ₹20 crore for NOC to use Vadachennai characters. Vetrimaaran firmly denied this.He clarified that since Dhanush is the producer, an NOC is mandatory to use the characters. Vetrimaaran personally approached Dhanush with a new script—both with and without Vadachennai characters—and asked him to choose. Dhanush agreed to give the NOC without any fee.Vetrimaaran posted a video clearing the air, praising Dhanush’s professionalism and respect for fellow actors, saying this move elevates Dhanush’s stature in Kollywood. He urged everyone not to misunderstand or misrepresent Dhanush. Fans say Dhanush is following Rajinikanth’s example by respecting and uplifting co-stars, earning pride and admiration in the industry.