Suman's Dramatic Fall: How Jail Term Derailed a Star Bigger Than Rajinikanth, Amitabh

• Actor Suman, once a top star rivaling Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan, faced a career-altering jail term.
• At his peak in the mid-1980s, Suman reportedly commanded Rs 5 lakh per film, surpassing other leading actors.
• His career took a dramatic turn in 1985 with an arrest over serious allegations, leading to a significant jail period.
• The controversy severely damaged his public image and stalled his flourishing career for several years.
• Suman made a strong comeback in the 2000s, reinventing himself as a powerful villain, notably in 'Sivaji: The Boss'.