Stalin congratulates Vaazhai for his powerful message – News Today

Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin recently took to social media to express his admiration for the Tamil film Vaazhai, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Mari Selvaraj.

The chief minister, currently in San Francisco, shared his thoughts on the film via his official X account (formerly Twitter), praising the film’s portrayal of the struggles and resilience of the working class.

In his tweet, CM Stalin wrote in Tamil:

“Based on a true story, Vaazhai talks about the lives and sufferings of workers. I watched it in San Francisco. My heartiest congratulations to the creator, @mari_selvaraj.”

He went on to praise the director for vividly capturing the harsh realities faced by the underprivileged. Drawing a poignant analogy, Stalin remarked: “When a hungry child hugged Lord Shiva, Mari brought a thousand plantains to our hearts.”

Speaking about the government’s efforts to combat hunger, the Prime Minister expressed satisfaction over the successful implementation of the school breakfast programme, a measure aimed at ensuring that no child goes hungry. “I am happy that the Prime Minister’s Breakfast Programme has been created so that no hungry child goes hungry,” he noted, linking the themes of the film to the ongoing welfare initiatives in the state.

Stalin concluded his message on a note of optimism, encouraging continued efforts to create meaningful change: “With the hope that the wounds will heal, let us continue our journey toward transformation!”

He also extended his best wishes to Mari Selvaraj, expressing confidence in the director’s ability to continue making impactful films. “Congratulations once again to @mari_selvaraj, who continues to produce blockbuster films!” his tweet read.

Vaazhai has garnered attention for its raw and unvarnished depiction of the challenges faced by marginalised communities in Tamil Nadu. Mari Selvaraj, known for his socially charged films, has once again been hailed for his storytelling prowess, which has resonated deeply with audiences and critics alike.