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Dhinakaran Criticizes CM for Acting Like Film Set Star
✍️ The Hans India
🗓 02 Sep 2026, 12:48 PM
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Political leader T. T. Dhinakaran has publicly accused Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin of behaving as if he were on a film set, calling his conduct theatrical.
T. T. Dhinakaran, a prominent figure in Tamil Nadu politics, took to the media today to criticize Chief Minister M. K. Stalin for what he described as "acting like a film set star". The comment was made during a press briefing in Chennai, where Dhinakaran highlighted what he sees as theatricality in the CM’s public appearances.
Dhinakaran, who has been a vocal critic of the ruling party, pointed out specific instances where the CM’s speeches and gestures appeared staged. He argued that such conduct undermines the seriousness of governance and misleads the public.
The CM’s office has not yet issued a formal response to the allegations. However, opposition parties have echoed Dhinakaran’s concerns, calling for greater transparency in the CM’s communication.
Observers say the exchange reflects growing tensions within Tamil Nadu’s political landscape, as leaders from different factions vie for public support ahead of upcoming elections.
Dhinakaran, who has been a vocal critic of the ruling party, pointed out specific instances where the CM’s speeches and gestures appeared staged. He argued that such conduct undermines the seriousness of governance and misleads the public.
The CM’s office has not yet issued a formal response to the allegations. However, opposition parties have echoed Dhinakaran’s concerns, calling for greater transparency in the CM’s communication.
Observers say the exchange reflects growing tensions within Tamil Nadu’s political landscape, as leaders from different factions vie for public support ahead of upcoming elections.