Awards functions always witness interesting speeches delivered by the guests. Superstar Rajinikanth, known for his anecdotes didn’t come up with one this time around but was nostalgic about his last award. He said: "One has to give good films and it should run successfully to get the patronage of the people. The State government by way of giving awards has honored such good films. I am receiving the award for the best actor after a gap of 32 years. Chandramukhi was always special to me. I appeared as a King Vettayan in the movie towards the climax, which attracted the attention of the movie-buffs. The role was inspired by few valorous men, who were in the court of Aurangazeb." He also requested the Chief Minister to talk to his politician friends up north and come up with an amicable solution to the Ram-Sethu controversy. The Chief Minister, on the request said: “I have a request, too. You also have friends in north India. When you visit the Himalayas next time, tell the sages there that I have nothing against Rama. In fact, my leader Periyar was called Ramasamy.” It was a remark in lighter vein, which had the audience in splits.

It was indeed a feast for the audience eyes when their favorite stars graced the stage one after the other. For those seated far away, a huge screen displayed the proceedings on stage. The audiences were awestruck at the rapport these stars shared and were jubilant as their favorite stars delivered speeches one after the other. Ajith and Vijay, seated next to each other, captured the attention of everyone present. This event, to be telecast soon on TV, is bound to be a good weekend treat.