Thalaivii has garnered immense love and praise from the netizens. With Kangana’s work in the film, the film has succeeded to bring out the best nuances and essence from J.Jayalalithaa’s life in real.

Talking to IANS, about the success, she said, “I do my own thing and I am in my own place. Most actresses are very popular for starring with popular heroes. That’s how actresses have always been. But I have my own light.”

She added, “I don’t borrow someone’s else’s light. So, you know, that is a good place to be in. Definitely, I am much more popular now than I have ever been. It is true that right now is the best time of my career. I won’t deny that.” as quoted by Koi Moi.