Speaking at the audio launch function of 'Ponnar Shankar', Chief Minister M Karunanidhi said that he is constantly criticised for attending cinema related public functions. “Those in the tinsel town too are hitting out at me for taking part in film functions.But these things can’t prevent me from showering love and affection on cinema and artistes. Because I consider those in the film industry as my family members.No other government did this in the past,” , the CM said.

The CM launched the audio of Ponnar Shankar along with industry veterans Illayaraja,Thyagarajan and others. Ponnar Shankar is produced by Thyagarajan's home banner and is expected to hit screens by the beginning of June according to sources.