Well-known film director Gautham Menon is quite excited that his film Varanam Aayiram has bagged the National Award for the best regional Tamil film.
“Though I have done several films, this is my first award. And to get a prestigious award as your first award is something to cheer about. I am very happy that the National Award jury recognised the merits of the film and selected it for the honour,” Menon said.
He is considered as one of the top most Tamil film directors and has proved his mettle by directing tasteful films like
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Compared to his previous films,
“Many people associated with my films got prestigious awards like state awards and Filmfare awards. But I didn’t get any award. Naturally this National Award has given me a big boost and has increased my responsibility,” he said.
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The director dedicates the National Award to the cast and crew of Varanam Aayiram .
“I am particularly thankful to the film’s hero Surya who crafted both his roles superbly. I am also thankful to Sameera Reddy, Divya Spandana, cinematographer Rathnavelu and music director Harris Jayaraj.”