CM does not miss a single film

It was three big events combined into one yesterday (October 1st, 2008) that witnessed a number of film personalities and politicians gathering in one place. The three events were Sivaji Ganesan's 80th birth anniversary celebrations, the stamp release in honor of the Travancore Sisters - Padmini, Ragini and Lalitha and the presentation of

the Doctor Sivaji Ganesan Ninaivu Parisu to noted film personalities. The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi was present at the function and turned nostalgic when he recalled the days that were spent with Sivaji Ganesan.

He also surprised many in the audience by saying that he had not missed even a single film of the actor and had seen them all. He presented the Doctor Sivaji Ganesan Ninaivu Parisu to veteran actress Saroja Devi, K.R. Vijaya, Sachu, T.K. Ramamurthy, Arurdas and "Film News" Anandan.