Director Atlee, who is directing `Jawan`, featuring the Baadshah (King) of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan in the lead, has thanked the superstar for his decision to have the film`s shooting in Chennai. The move, the director disclosed, has resulted in thousands of families standing to benefit.

Taking to Twitter to respond to Shah Rukh Khan`s late night tweet, Atlee wrote: "Thank you sir! It`s an honour and a pleasure to have you here sir. Most memorable schedule in my career. "Special thanks to you for having the shoot happen in Chennai sir, thousands of families were benefitted. `KING IS A KING ALWAYS` -- a big bow and respect to you sir. Love you sir. See you in Mumbai soon sir."

Thank u sir it’s a honour & pleasure to have u here sir,most memorable schedule in my career,spl thanks to u for having the shoot happen in Chennai sir,1000s of family wer benefited “KING IS A KING ALWAYS”a big bow & respect to you sir love you sir❤️
See you in Mumbai soon sir❤️ https://t.co/cOeXNnXAhV