Gukesh, who defeated Ding Liren in the FIDE World Chess Championship in Singapore, received a shawl along with a copy of Autobiography of a Yogi from the legendary actor.

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh, who recently defeated China's Ding Liren in FIDE World Championship to become the youngest-ever World Chess Champion, has received an outpouring of support and love from his fans, including recognition from South superstars Rajinikanth and Sivakarthikeyan, whom he met in Chennai on Thursday.

Superstar Rajinikanth invited D Gukesh to his Chennai residence after he made history as the youngest World Chess Champion by defeating China’s Ding Liren

Chess prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju, who recently became the youngest world champion, met Tamil cinema stars Rajinikanth and Sivakarthikeyan. The Amaran actor honoured Gukesh with a special gift, a watch.

Chess prodigy Gukesh D met with legendary actor Rajinikanth after his recent historic FIDE World Chess Championship win. Know more here.

Actor Sivakarthikeyan congratulates young chess prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju with a special watch, celebrating his historic achievement as the youngest world chess champion. Their heartwarming interaction went viral on social media.

Thanks Superstar @rajinikanth sir for your warm wishes and inviting, spending time and sharing your wisdom with us.'