June 2 marks the birthday of iconic Tamil filmmaker Mani Ratnam. While birthday wishes have been pouring in for the director on social media, actress Aditi Rao Hydari's wrote a heartfelt note on his birthday.
"Happy happiest birthday my favouritestestestest #ManiSir. To many many endless years of making movies, your infectious energy, good health, happiness and golf!" she said, adding, "Thank you for being the best teacher, parent, mentor, captain. Thank you for the magic of cinema, for making me (us) enjoy every bit of the journey of making a film. Thank you always for making me believe that dreams come true. Thank you for being you. You’re the best forever."
The actress has collaborated with the filmmaker in films including 'Kaatru Veliyidai' alongside Karthi, and 'Chekka Chivantha Vaanam', alongside Arvind Swamy, Vijay Sethupathy, Silambarasan TR, Jyothika, among others. Aditi will next be seen in Brinda master's 'Hey Sinamika', co-starring Dulquer Salmaan and Kajal Aggarwal.