Chinmayi Sripada Reacts to Tamil Nadu State Film Award Snub, Highlights Industry Backlash
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The Tamil Nadu government recently announced the State Film Awards for 2016-2022, but singer Chinmayi Sripada was surprisingly left out of the list. Despite her success in films like '96,' a fan took to X to express their disappointment, prompting Chinmayi to share her thoughts on the matter. When asked about her exclusion from the awards, Chinmayi stated that she wasn't shocked, especially considering the controversy surrounding one of the award winners, Vairamuthu. In 2018, Chinmayi had accused Vairamuthu of sexual harassment, which led to her removal from the South Indian Cine, Television Artistes and Dubbing Artistes Union. In a recent X post, Chinmayi revealed that she had worked on the films '96' and 'Leo' despite being banned by the union, citing the pressure to release films on time and the industry's tendency to follow diktats from powerful individuals. She emphasized that many artists have faced similar struggles, and her case has been ongoing for over six years. Chinmayi's recent performance at the audio launch of Mani Ratnam's 'Thug Life' received widespread appreciation from fans, demonstrating her continued success in the industry. The singer's response to the State Film Award snub highlights the complexities and challenges faced by artists in the Tamil film industry.
