"Old Friends...": Rajinikanth, Tamil Nadu Minister Make Up After Spat
NDTV
Rajinikanth's comment was widely seen as a dig at veteran politicians within the ruling DMK, particularly those who appear reluctant to hand over to younger colleagues.
Superstar actor Rajinikanth and Tamil Nadu Minister Durai Murugan patched up Monday - declaring each other "old friends" - after a spat over the former's praise for Chief Minister MK Stalin and his handling "senior students who refuse to leave class".
Rajinikanth's comment was widely seen as a dig at veteran politicians within the ruling DMK, particularly those who appear reluctant to hand over to younger colleagues.
A more specific context may lie in rumours the Chief Minister's son - Udhayanidhi Stalin - could soon be his father's deputy, which will be the first step in a succession plan. The actor's comments seemed to be a warning of a potential revolt when that happens.
