Aishwarya Rajesh on Tamil Nadu State Film Awards win
The Government of Tamil Nadu announced the much-anticipated State Film Awards for the years 2016 to 2022. Aishwarya Rajesh won the Best Actress (special prize) for the year 2018 for her films ‘Kanaa’ and ‘Vada Chennai’. In a post shared on Instagram, Aishwarya Rajesh expressed gratitude to the team and also to her audience.
“It is with all humility and great happiness that I accept the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actress (Special Mention) for the year 2018. The fact that this award comes to me in recognition of my work in two critically acclaimed films, ‘Vada Chennai’ and ‘Kanaa’, both of which I hold close to my heart, has doubled my joy,” she said.
Aishwarya Rajesh thanks her ‘Vada Chennai’ co-star Dhanush
Written and directed by Vetrimaaran, ‘Vada Chennai’ is a crime drama featuring Dhanush in the lead role. Aishwarya Rajesh played the role of his wife in the film. ‘Vada Chennai’ is considered one of the best Tamil films of the last decade. Winning the special mention for her role in ‘Vada Chennai’ is, hence, double the joy for Aishwarya Rajesh. “At this moment, I wish to wholeheartedly thank the jury and the State Government of Tamil Nadu for recognizing my work with this honor. She expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the director Vetrimaaran, actor Dhanush, and the entire team of ‘Vada Chennai’ for the opportunity, support, and cooperation that they extended to her amidst the making of the film.
‘Kanaa’, a sports drama, featured Sathyaraj, Aishwarya Rajesh, and Darshan in the lead roles, along with Sivakarthikeyan in an extended cameo appearance. Aishwarya’s role as Kousalya Murugesan, a young girl from a humble background aspiring to emerge as an international cricketer, won the hearts of both audiences and critics. She also thanked her ‘Kanaa’ director, Arunraja Kamaraj, for making her a part of a film that has gone on to inspire scores of girls. Her special thanks also go to producer, actor Sivakarthikeyan, without whose backing this film would not have seen the light of day. Her heartfelt thanks also goes to the entire team of ‘Kanaa’ for their support in making a truly inspiring film.
Aishwarya Rajesh signed-off with the note by thanking her fans, who have been a part of her journey in cinema. “Last but not least, her love and gratitude to her dear fans, whose consistent and unwavering support has made her what she is today. This award is as much yours as it is mine. She takes this opportunity to also congratulate all her fellow winners on their fantastic.
On the work front, Aishwarya Rajesh will be next seen in ‘Oh Sukumari’.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”
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