In two separate events in the city
yesterday, two highly acclaimed
people in their respective fields
were honored for their contributions
to Tamil art and culture. At the
Kamarajar Arangam, it was a special
performance for the stage legend
Y.G. Mahendra who was staging his
100th play. To mark the achievement
and to honor him two legends of
the Tamil film industry; Kamal Haasan
and Rajinikanth were present. Rajini
was present along with his wife,
daughters and son-in-law Dhanush
while Kamal was present along with
daughter Apsara, Gauthami and her
daughter Subbulakshmi.
In another event on the same day
at the Russian Cultural Center,
reputed writer Jeyakanthan was honored
for receiving the Padma award, the
day was also the writer’s
77th birthday. Kamal Haasan was
also present during the event.
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