If we talk about actors who have often made controversies with their statements in the last few years, Prakash Raj simply cannot be missed. The actor is extremely vocal about his political and social views which often puts him in the crosshairs of right-wing bodies. Prakash Raj often makes bold statements criticising the central government. He recently took a jibe at the government again while addressing the audience at News Tamil Nadu TV’s Hello Tamil Nadu program where he was the chief guest.
Prakash Raj expressed his disappointment at Jai Bhim not winning a National Award despite talking about the pressing issue of rampant casteism. “Jai Bhim was not given the National Award for a reason. The Enforcement Directorate, Election Commission and Film Censor Board are all under the control of the central government," he said.
He also expressed his bewilderment at a film like The Kashmir Files, which he believes spreads communal hatred, receiving the Nargis Dutt Award for National Integration. He questioned the hype around the film The Kerala Story when it was banned in the state of Kerala itself. “I don’t agree with banning the film. Freedom of expression is common to all. But I have a problem with supporting it. It shows your intention," he said.
Last but not least, Prakash Raj addressed an issue that many Tamilians are enthusiastic about, which is Thalapathy Vijay’s entry into politics. He said that Vijay has every right to enter the political field but reminded all that times had changed. Mentioning names of cinema legends like NT Rama Rao and MGR who later had successful political careers, Prakash Raj said that times had changed since then and that popularity in films does not help one in politics anymore. According to him, it is what one brings to the table and what one does for their constituency that determines voting. He added that if Vijay ever ventured into politics, he would not hesitate to question the actor as well if they had opposing ideologies.
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