Notable artist from Malayalam film industry made a sweet tribute to ever shining actress Shobhana following the worldwide success of recently released movie Thudarum. Taking to social media, Varma shared a note alongside stills from a key scene with Shobana, sighting her legacy and the experience he had while working with her. Quoting author Maya Angelou, he wrote, “Each time a woman stands up for herself, she stands up for all women.”

He also wrote, “Shobana Ma’am. What can I say? You are every Malayali man’s childhood crush from a generation ago. We grew up watching you. Radiant, graceful, beautiful and amazing and courageous. You were absolutely warm and kind to me through our combination scenes despite the tough circumstances and the harsh you had to endure under the menacing George Sir. Thank you for tolerating me. I am forever going to cherish this film and our banter.. Thank you for holding space for me. Always a fan boy!”