Superstar Rajinikanth has asked those behind the 3D version of his blockbuster film 'Sivaji' to release it before Deepavali, after he learnt that Vijay's 'Thupakki' would see the light of the day on the day of lights.

According to sources, Rajini felt that his film should not pose a hindrance to the collection of Thuppakki starring Vijay in the lead.

Hence, he has placed a request before AVM Productions, the producers of 'Sivaji', to release the 3D version before Deepavali.

Also, it was Soundarya R Ashwin's wish that her father's first 3D movie should be 'Kochadaiyaan'. However, Rajini has asked her to hold the release of 'Kochadaiyaan' after AVM decided to convert 'Sivaji' into 3D format.