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The Tamil film industry is witnessing a heated debate on social media following actor Thalapathy Vijay’s critical comments on the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA). While Vijay’s remarks have garnered support from his fans, actress Kasturi Shankar’s reaction has triggered a significant backlash from the actor’s supporters.
அன்பிற்குரிய தளபதி விஜய் தன் அரசியல் ஆலோசகர்களை கவனமாக தேர்ந்தெடுக்க வேண்டும்.
CAA என்பது இஸ்லாமிய அண்டை நாட்டு மதவாதத்திலிருந்து தப்பி வந்தவர்களுக்கு புகலிடம் தரும்
மனிதநேய சட்டம். சரியான புரிதலில்லாமல் அவசரப்பட்டு அறிக்கை விடுவது சரியல்ல.சொல்ல போனால், ஈழத்தமிழருக்கும் … pic.twitter.com/koTMucjUwa
— Kasturi (@KasthuriShankar) March 13, 2024
As reported by Oneindia, Kasturi’s defense of the CAA, suggesting that Vijay should seek better political advisors, has been met with criticism from Vijay’s fanbase. Her comments on providing shelter to those escaping from other countries and the need to clear misconceptions about the CAA have sparked a flurry of responses from fans who disagree with her stance.
A fan highlighted the complex issue of Eelam Tamils, arguing that granting them citizenship could undermine their land claims in Sri Lanka. This fan’s perspective underscores the ethno-political nature of the issue, which extends beyond religious persecution.
Vijay, who has recently ventured into politics with his party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, had stated his opposition to any law like the CAA that disrupts social harmony. He also made a plea to the DMK government in Tamil Nadu not to implement the CAA in the state.
The Centre’s notification of the CAA rules has stirred a mix of reactions, with some welcoming the move and others, like Vijay, expressing concern over its potential to disturb social harmony.
The ongoing debate is a reflection of the significant role that celebrities from the Tamil film industry play in shaping public opinion on important political issues.
