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TN Govt Order Calls Actor Vijay As “Thalapathy” Who Used Cuss Word “The*diya Paiyan” In His Upcoming Film Leo

October 12, 2023
The Commune

In a recent development that has sparked considerable discussion and speculation, the Tamil Nadu government has allowed one additional show for the much-anticipated Vijay-starrer “Leo” during the film’s initial six days in theaters. This decision comes as a welcome surprise for Vijay’s fervent fanbase who were initially disheartened by the cancellation of the movie’s audio launch event. While many speculated that the cancellation was due to political pressure, the producers informed the fans that it was due to “overflowing passes’ requests & safety constraints”. 

Exception To The Rule For Vijay’s Film

Traditionally, theaters in Tamil Nadu were permitted to screen up to four shows per day under existing regulations. However, the government’s latest order, bearing the name of Principal Secretary to Govt, P. Amudha, has now made an exception. According to the order, cinemas will be authorised to host five shows per day for “Leo” from 19 October 2023 to 24 October 2023.

Addressing Vijay By His “Title”

What has piqued public interest and raised eyebrows is the way the government order addresses Vijay by the epithet ‘Thalapathy’ – a title that holds deep significance within his fan base. In the realm of Tamil cinema, the actor is affectionately referred to as ‘Thalapathy’ Vijay by his ardent admirers. 

It is noteworthy that within the political context of Tamil Nadu, the term ‘Thalapathy’ has historically been associated with the ruling DMK party’s leader, Chief Minister Stalin. However, during a recent fan club meeting, a forum leader by the name of Pussi Anand, the leader of Vijay’s fan club vehemently insisted that the actor should be referred to as ‘Thalapathy.’ when a fan addressed him as “Vijay Anna”. This inclination towards a political persona has sparked curiosity and speculation about Vijay’s potential interest in politics.

Language Used In The Film

The trailer of the film showcased the bad language used in the dialogues. In a scene, Vijay can be angrily screaming at a woman (probably his wife played by Trisha) saying “Evano oru the**diya paiyan irukan di.. aal aaluku enna potu uyir edutha, naan enna di pannuven?” which translates to “Some random ba*tard who looks like me.. but every guy is torturing me.. What can I do?“.

While the actor frequently imparts moral lessons through his anecdotes whenever he takes the stage in real life, his on-screen persona paints a different picture.

Government’s Change Of Heart?

The government’s decision to include the title ‘Thalapathy’ in the official order has fuelled speculation that the DMK government might be extending a symbolic welcome to Vijay as a political figure. Notably, Vijay’s fan club had fielded independent candidates in both assembly and local body elections, garnering substantial support from voters. This has led political analysts to suggest that the DMK party may seek Vijay’s backing in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, with talks of forming an alliance and allotting a certain number of seats to his supporters in the 2026 assembly elections.

In light of these developments, many view the government’s gesture of addressing the actor by his iconic title as a significant move, potentially indicative of deeper political ties in the future. Vijay’s role in the political landscape of Tamil Nadu remains an intriguing subject for political observers and fans alike.

(with inputs from Dinamalar)

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