It all started when Vijayakanth's relatives paid a visit to his sister's house for her husband's obsequies. Incidentally the house is situated adjacent to that of Vadivelu's residence.

The comedian returned home to find a few cars parked blocking his entry to his home. This is said to have irked the actor who started hurling abuses in Madurai slang. Unfortunately for him, the group there also belonged to Madurai and was, therefore, quick to grasp the meaning, which is said have been aimed at Vijayakanth himself.

This eventually led to a clash following which a complaint was registered at the Virugambakkam police station. Sources say that his abusive language continued at the police station too. During investigation it was found that the actor was in an inebriated state following which he was detained there until 2 AM. When Vadivelu regained his senses he is said have understood the trouble he had caused and has given a written apology to Vijayakanth.