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Mumbai, Sep 25 (PTI) Aishwarya Rai Bachchan says her daughter Aaradhya joined her on the sets of Mani Ratnam"s magnum opus "Ponniyin Selvan – I" and it was an enchanting experience for her.
Based on Kalki Krishnamurthy"s 1955 novel, the much-anticipated Tamil historical drama chronicles the story of the early days of Arulmozhivarman, a powerful king of the south who went on to become the great Chola emperor Rajaraja Chola I.
The 48-year-old star, who will be seen essaying the role of Nandini, the Queen of Pazhuvoor, said for her daughter, it was a cherishable moment to be on the sets of the film.
"Aaradhya is yet to see the movie.
But at the time, she was sure enthralled.
There are many here (referring to her co-stars) who have children and seeing a period drama is always exciting.
She did get the opportunity to visit the sets and it was mesmerising for her.
I could see that in her eyes," Aishwarya said at the film"s press conference here on Saturday.
The actor shared how Ratnam"s gesture to give the opportunity to Aaradhya to say "action" turned out to be the most memorable moment for her daughter.
"And his affection is so sweet.
I think what excited her the most was when one day she came on set and he gave her the opportunity to say "action".
"She couldn"t get over that.