KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 3 -- Acclaimed Tamil film star Karthik Sivakumar, better known as Karthi, arrived in Malaysia yesterday afternoon as part of the promotional tour for Banduan, the latest film co-produced by Astro Shaw and Number Twenty One Media.

He was warmly welcomed by Banduan's lead actor Datuk Aaron Aziz, along with production representatives and enthusiastic fans who turned up to show their support.

"Karthi is very humble and friendly.

"He even asked me how many films I've acted in.

"Just as I was treated kindly in Chennai during the filming of Tik Tik Tik, I feel it's only right that I extend the same warm hospitality to my guest this time," said Aaron.

Karthi is best known for his role in Kaithi (which means prisoner), dire...