Watch: What a Makeover Radhika

Age has never stopped actors from experimenting, but this one truly stands out. At 63, senior actress Radhika Sarathkumar has stunned everyone with a complete transformation for her upcoming film Thai Kizhavi. The film is set to release in February, and her raw, rural makeover has already caught strong attention.

In the film, Radhika appears as a rugged village elderly woman, shedding every trace of glamour. Her look is grounded and unapologetically real. Directed by Sivakumar Murugesan, Thai Kizhavi is a village based drama that revolves entirely around her character. The teaser makes it clear that the story is driven by a lone old woman who fears no one and lives life on her own terms.

At a stage where many senior actresses prefer safe roles like mother, aunt, or mother in law, Radhika has taken a bold risk. Despite being busy as an actress, producer, and entrepreneur, she chose to step into a demanding and unconventional role. In that sense, she sets a strong example for senior artists who hesitate to break away from familiar templates.

The title Thai Kizhavi roughly means “aged mother,” and the film promises a raw and rustic narrative filled with mass elements, emotion, and strong drama. Tamil cinema has often welcomed such rooted stories, even when they lack a traditional hero figure. This film follows that path, with no single hero other than the story and Radhika’s character.

Music is composed by Nivas K Prasanna, while actors like Aruldoss, Bala Saravanan, Munishkanth, and Ilavarasu play key roles. After the teaser release, the film’s business demand has reportedly gone up, showing growing interest.

Radhika’s makeover is not just surprising, it is inspiring.