Vishnu Vishal gifts brand new Toyota to 'Gatta Kusthi 2' director Chella Ayyavu
Synopsis
Fresh off receiving a BMW 3 Series from his producer, Vishnu Vishal turned the gesture around and gifted director Chella Ayyavu — his collaborator of 11 years — a brand new Toyota. With Rajinikanth personally calling to praise the film, Gatta Kusthi 2 is fast becoming one of Tamil cinema's feel-good success stories of 2025.
Key Takeaways
Vishnu Vishal gifted a brand new Toyota car to Gatta Kusthi 2 director Chella Ayyavu on 17 July .
The gesture came after producer Ishari K Ganesh had gifted Vishal a BMW 3 Series following the film's commercial success.
Vishal and Ayyavu have worked together for 11 years , according to Vishal's own social media post.
Gatta Kusthi 2 released worldwide on 3 July 2025 and became a major box office hit.
Superstar Rajinikanth personally called Vishal to praise the film, calling it 'awesome' and a 'jolly entertainer'.
Actor Vishnu Vishal has gifted a brand new Toyota car to Gatta Kusthi 2 director Chella Ayyavu, days after the film's producer Ishari K Ganesh presented Vishal himself with a BMW 3 Series for his performance in the blockbuster. The gesture, shared publicly by Vishal on 17 July, underscores a wave of celebration surrounding the film's runaway success since its 3 July worldwide release.
The Gift and What Vishal Said
Vishal posted a video on his social media handles showing the moment he handed over the car keys to Ayyavu. In the caption, he wrote: 'This is for you, @ChellaAyyavu. For the last 11 years, you've stood by me through every high, every low, and everything in between.. Your loyalty, belief, and friendship have meant more than words can ever express. Enjoy the ride. You truly deserve it :) #GattaKusthi2.'
In the video, Vishal elaborated: 'There is a list of all those who have stood by me and the first in that list is Chella as a director. I really really want to give him something from my side. I wanted to buy him his first car. This is Vishnu Vishal personally thanking a director.'
A Chain of Celebration After Box Office Success
Gatta Kusthi 2, the second instalment of the hit franchise, opened in cinemas worldwide on 3 July and quickly emerged as a major commercial success. Following the film's strong performance, producer Ishari K Ganesh gifted Vishal a BMW 3 Series — a gesture that Vishal has now mirrored for his director. The bond between Vishal and Ayyavu reportedly spans 11 years, making the gift a personal as much as a professional tribute.
Rajinikanth's Praise Adds to the Momentum
The film also drew attention when Superstar Rajinikanth personally called Vishal after watching it. Recalling the conversation, Vishal said Rajinikanth described the film as 'awesome' and a 'jolly entertainer', adding: 'Nowadays such films don't come at all. You have performed well in the film. Aishwarya Lekshmi too has come up with a good performance. Where did you find the child Zara? She was just brilliant. Vishnu, you have a good script sense. Please continue to give more good films.'
Vishal responded publicly, saying he was 'absolutely elated and excited' to receive the call, calling it 'the best part of the journey' and 'a major motivation for the journey ahead.'
What This Signals
The back-to-back gifting gestures reflect an unusually celebratory mood within the Gatta Kusthi 2 team. With Rajinikanth's endorsement adding cultural weight and a proven franchise formula driving footfalls, the film has set a high benchmark for Tamil commercial entertainers in 2025. Whether a third instalment follows remains to be seen, but the team's public camaraderie suggests the creative partnership is far from over.
Point of View
Actor to director — is a rare public display of on-set goodwill that Tamil cinema's PR machinery will amplify effectively. But the more substantive signal here is Rajinikanth's unsolicited call: in an industry where a Superstar's word still moves opinion, his endorsement of Gatta Kusthi 2 as a 'jolly entertainer' is a commercial validator that no marketing budget can replicate. The franchise now carries both box office proof and cultural credibility — a combination that makes a third instalment almost inevitable, regardless of what the team says publicly today.
NationPress
17 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Vishnu Vishal gift a car to director Chella Ayyavu?
Vishnu Vishal gifted a brand new Toyota to Chella Ayyavu as a personal gesture of gratitude for 11 years of loyalty and friendship. He said Ayyavu is the first name on his list of people who have stood by him through every phase of his career.
What car did producer Ishari K Ganesh gift Vishnu Vishal?
Producer Ishari K Ganesh gifted Vishnu Vishal a BMW 3 Series car in recognition of his performance in the blockbuster Gatta Kusthi 2. Vishal's own gift to Ayyavu followed shortly after.
When did Gatta Kusthi 2 release and how did it perform?
Gatta Kusthi 2 released worldwide on 3 July 2025 and emerged as a major commercial success, prompting celebratory gestures from both the producer and the lead actor.
What did Rajinikanth say about Gatta Kusthi 2?
Rajinikanth personally called Vishnu Vishal after watching the film and described it as 'awesome' and a 'jolly entertainer'. He praised Vishal, co-star Aishwarya Lekshmi, and child actor Zara, and encouraged Vishal to continue making good films.
Who is Chella Ayyavu?
Chella Ayyavu is the director of Gatta Kusthi 2 and a long-time collaborator of Vishnu Vishal. According to Vishal, the two have worked together and maintained a close friendship for 11 years.
