Udhayanidhi Stalin, the privileged prince of Tamil Nadu’s most nepotistic political dynasty, has built his career on a foundation of half-truths, hypocrisy, and hand-me-down power. From delivering scripted outrage to peddling outright lies, he has perfected the DMK’s age-old tactic of twisting narratives to suit his political convenience. Whether it’s spewing baseless claims about Sanatana Dharma, distorting history, or pretending to champion social justice while his own family hoards power and wealth, Udhayanidhi’s words are as unreliable as his party’s promises. In a state where theatrics often pass for leadership, he remains a shining example of how entitlement and deception go hand in hand.
Let’s take a look at how Udhayanidhi Stalin has been lying over the years especially with respect to his political career.
Will Not Enter Politics
MK Stalin had once said, “No one, neither my son, son-in-law, nor anyone from my family, will enter politics.” However, today his son, Udhayanidhi, serves as the deputy chief minister.
Udhayanidhi, initially stating that it was unnecessary for him to enter politics just because he came from a political family, later joined the DMK’s youth wing.
Will Not Contest Elections
He initially claimed he would only serve as a grassroots worker and would not contest elections. Yet, he was given the Chepauk constituency to contest and became an MLA.
Will Not Be A Member Of Cabinet
Udhayanidhi had further questioned why he would become a minister when many senior leaders were available, only to later take on the role himself.
Will Not Become Dy CM
When rumors surfaced that he might become deputy chief minister, he dismissed them, stating, “Why should I become one? It’s all media speculation.” However, he is now the deputy CM.
Poll Promises
During the 2021 election campaign, Udhayanidhi made several key promises, including the abolition of NEET, waivers for education and gold loans, reducing gas prices by 100 rupees, cutting petrol prices by 5 rupees, and diesel by 4 rupees. He also vowed to make temporary teaching staff permanent. However, after coming to power, none of these promises have been fulfilled.
The DMK had criticized the previous government for raising electricity and property taxes, but under their own administration, taxes have been hiked to new heights.
Furthermore, the government had promised to provide 2,500 rupees to the public for Pongal, but has yet to fulfill this commitment.
These developments highlight the pattern of the DMK while they make numerous promises to secure power, once in office, many of these promises remain unfulfilled.
Why Udhayanidhi Stalin Is Called “Paaldail Babu”?
Udhayanidhi Stalin’s nickname “Paaldail Babu,” stems from two different stories. One theory behind the name involves the term “paaldail,” which is an insecticide, allegedly linked to rumors surrounding Udhayanidhi’s personal life. These rumors reportedly began when he was involved with actress whose name rings with a numner. It is said that during the shooting of the film Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal in 2014, Udhayanidhi and the female actor became romantically involved. The pair reportedly visited the Palani temple together, fueling speculation about their relationship.
Despite Udhayanidhi being married at the time, rumors of his affair with the lady film star spread. His grandfather, former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Karunanidhi, is said to have warned him, but the relationship reportedly continued. In the film Nannbenda, Udhayanidhi cast one specific heroine as the female lead, further intensifying the rumors.
However, when she allegedly rejected his feelings, Udhayanidhi was reported to have attempted suicide, an incident that made headlines in 2014. His supporters blamed the heroine, leading to a significant backlash against the actress. That is why the “polytoil” part came to the fore.
In 2021, actor-politician Radha Ravi reignited the controversy ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections by questioning Udhayanidhi Stalin’s relationship with the heroine. He made a derogatory remark about her, which led to Udhayanidhi’s political party temporarily distancing itself from Radha Ravi. Despite the controversy, Radha Ravi stated that he did not care about Udhayanidhi and the heroine’s relationship.
The second part of the nickname, “Babu,” is allegedly a reference to a long-standing rumor involving Udhayanidhi Stalin’s father, DMK leader M.K. Stalin. The rumor centers around a supposed relationship between M.K. Stalin and a former newsreader for a TV channel. According to the widely circulated gossip in Tamil Nadu, M.K. Stalin allegedly abducted a female newsreader during the late 1980s when his father, M. Karunanidhi, was the Chief Minister. This story had been circulating for over three decades, but it gained more attention in 2019.
To put an end to the rumors, the newsreader clarified that she was not abducted in the 1980s. She explained that her absence during that period was due to her involvement in a television serial.
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