Amid raging protests by Karnataka-based outfits and farmers associations against the release of Cauvery water for Tamil Nadu, a few days back a rumor started spreading that actor Silamabrasan has said that henceforth his film will not be released in Karnataka. Within a few hours, a Tweet clarified that the multi-talented actor has not made any such statement.
Now the ‘Vaalu’ actor has released a statement to the Press in which he has clarified his stand on the Cauvery issue.
"I'm currently in Thailand, completing the last leg of the shoot for my film ‘Acham Enbathu Madamaiyada’ . Today I was informed by well wishers, as well as my father, about my 'apparent' comment on the sensitive Cauvery issue. As a responsible citizen I'm aware of my role and clearly understand my limits too. I have not made or given any statement on this issue. This is an issue between two states and not a platform for artists to engage in propaganda or take lightly.
The elected leaders of both states with the support of the judiciary will provide us a solution. The best we can do is to pray for a good monsoon that can provide prosperity and peace to both the states. I also hope that at no cost should this issue jeopardise the relationship between the people of these two states, who have coexisted as neighbours. I hope we are able to overcome this crisis soon.
I reiterate that I will be the last person to garner publicity by issuing political statements that could endanger the peace of both these states."
Such a level-headed response from a young actor.