The cherished tradition of the 80s Stars Reunion made an emotional return on October 4th, 2025, in Chennai, bringing together the enduring legends of South Indian cinema after a three-year pause. The gathering, originally postponed due to Chennai’s devastating floods last year, was this year transformed from a lavish gala into a heartfelt, intimate event—reflecting unity and empathy in the wake of recent challenges faced by the state.
This year’s reunion was graciously hosted at the home of Rajkumar Sethupathy and Sripriya, as per the collective wishes of the stars. Renowned personalities including Lissy Lakshmi, Poornima Bhagyaraj, Khushbu Sundar, and Suhasini Maniratnam curated the evening, fostering an atmosphere of genuine connection among peers.
A total of 31 distinguished stars journeyed from Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and even the Hindi film industry, emphasizing the event’s pan-Indian spirit. Among the attendees were industry icons such as Chiranjeevi, Venkatesh, Jackie Shroff, Sarathkumar, Prabhu, Ramya Krishnan, Khushbu, Bhagyaraj, Radha, Nadhiya, Revathy, Sumalatha, Jeyasudha, Rahman, Shobana, Menaka, Poornima Bhagyaraj, Lissy, Suresh, Naresh, Jayaram, Saritha, Meena, Swapna, Jeyashree, Latha, Banu Chandar, Aswathi Jayaram, and Jeyaram.
True to its roots, the event was marked by warm reflections, shared stories, and celebration of lasting bonds. “This wasn’t about a grand celebration,” shared Suhasini Maniratnam. “It was about expressing unity, gratitude, and the bond that outlasts fame and time.” Lissy Lakshmi echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the importance of standing together in empathy and friendship.
As the evening ended, the message was clear: the 80s Stars Reunion stands as a timeless symbol of solidarity, diversity, and the resilient spirit of Indian cinema, reminding all that the friendships made in the 1980s remain unwavering—no matter how many years pass.
