Rajinikanth mentioned that he did not like pompous announcements regarding party registration and flag hoisting and the like. He said, "Both parties are standing their ground with 'Asura balam'. On one side, DMK with the loss of its most important leader, and the son (MK Stalin) must prove his efficiency by regaining power after 10 years. And, on the other side, the ruling party with 'Kuberan's Kazana'. In the middle of this, with just fame from cinema, I did not believe that I will be able to win. Hence stepped back, without entering politics."