RJ Balaji's film 'Karuppu', featuring Suriya and Trisha Krishnan, was released on May 15 and has garnered mixed reviews but impressive box office success, grossing ₹200 crore (approximately $24 million USD) worldwide within eight days. Amid reports of audience members feeling 'divine energy' during screenings, Balaji addressed the media, firmly denying that these reactions were part of a public relations stunt. He stated, “We don’t have the budget to send people like that,” emphasizing that the audience's genuine celebration of the film is what makes it special. Balaji expressed his satisfaction with the film's impact on society, noting that viewers are enjoying it thoroughly. The film tells the story of the guardian deity Vettai Karuppu, who helps people while disguising himself as a lawyer. Suriya also commented on the audience's ecstatic reactions, humorously suggesting that those experiencing intense emotions should receive help instead of recording videos. Balaji highlighted the emotional responses from audiences, which he considers the highest blessing for the film.