Sai Pallavi, Anirudh, S.J. Suryah to Receive Kalaimamani Awards

The Tamil Nadu government has announced the recipients of the prestigious Kalaimamani Awards for the years 2021, 2022, and 2023. The awards recognize outstanding contributions to Tamil culture and arts. Notable recipients include actors S.J. Suryah, Sai Pallavi, and Vikram Prabhu, music director Anirudh, lyricist Viveka, and choreographer ‘Sandy’. Renowned individuals such as K.J. Yesudas (Padma Bhushan) and Muthukannammal (Padma Shri) will receive special awards. The ceremony, presided over by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, will take place in October 2025 in Chennai. The awards celebrate 90 recipients for their excellence across diverse fields, including literature, music, cinema, and traditional arts. This recognition further highlights the cultural vibrancy of Tamil Nadu.

Key Highlights:

• Kalaimamani Awards for 2021, 2022, and 2023: The Tamil Nadu government has announced the recipients of the prestigious Kalaimamani Awards for the years 2021, 2022, and 2023, recognizing exceptional contributions to Tamil culture, arts, and entertainment.
   
• Notable Awardees:
   
  • Actors: S.J. Suryah, Sai Pallavi, Vikram Prabhu, Jaya V.C. Guganathan, K. Manikandan, and M. George Maryan.
     
  • Director: Lingusamy
     
  • Art Director: J.K. alias M. Jayakumar
     
  • Stunt Master: ‘Super’ Subbarayan
     
  • Lyricist: Viveka
     
  • Music Director: Anirudh
     
  • Playback Singer: Shweta Mohan
     
  • Choreographer: ‘Sandy’ (A. Santhosh Kumar)
• Other Noteworthy Awards:
  • Bharathiar Award for Literature: N. Murugesa Pandian
  • M.S. Subbulakshmi Award for Music: K.J. Yesudas (Padma Bhushan recipient)
  • Balasaraswathi Award for Dance: Muthukannammal (Padma Shri awardee)
• Associations and Troupe:
  • Tamil Isai Sangam (Raja Annamalai Mandram) selected under the associations category.
  • M.R. Muthusamy Memorial Drama Troupe selected under the drama troupe category.

Awards Presentation:

• Date: October 2025
• Presided by: Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, Chennai
• Total Recipients: 90 artistes will be honored for their excellence in literature, music, dance, cinema, and traditional arts.

Conclusion

The Kalaimamani Awards celebrate the remarkable contributions of individuals across various artistic fields, emphasizing the cultural richness of Tamil Nadu. The event showcases the state's commitment to recognizing and honoring talents in literature, music, dance, cinema, and other traditional arts. This year’s awards highlight the diverse array of talented artists, both established and emerging, further enriching Tamil Nadu’s cultural landscape. The ceremony promises to be a significant occasion for both the recipients and the broader cultural community.