AIADMK MP CV Shanmugam's Remarks on Nayanthara Spark Controversy in Tamil Nadu

AIADMK leader and Rajya Sabha MP CV Shanmugam sparked controversy during a protest in Villupuram by making remarks involving actress Nayanthara while criticizing Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin's 'Ungal Kanavai Sollungal' (Tell Us Your Dreams) scheme. Shanmugam questioned if Stalin would fulfil a dream to marry Nayanthara, drawing criticism for being sexist and derogatory amid protests against rising crimes against women. The DMK condemned the remarks, while the AIADMK has distanced itself without an official response. Nayanthara has not commented.