Suriya, face of EC’s campaign, won’t be voting this time!

Chennai

In an ironic twist, actor Suriya, whose dubsmash video calling out to all the people of Tamil Nadu to vote, will be in the US on Poll Day. The actor confirmed his absence and also tendered an apology. 

“For the first time ever, I will be missing my chance to vote. I am regretful that I won’t be able to exercise my democratic right. I had planned to reach Chennai on the day before voting day. But due to an unexpected delay, I am unable to carry out my planned schedule. I tried to explore every option including either voting through postal ballot or through the internet. However, there is no legal option available. I have never missed my voting opportunity in the past,” said the actor.

Suriya added, “I campaigned for 100 per cent polling on May 16, where I asked all to exercise their democratic right. I once again tender my apology to all to accept my inability to vote. I hope everybody who loves me will understand.” According to sources, the actor will return to Chennai at the end of the month. 

Celebrity booths 

• Rajinikanth will vote from Stella Maris College while Kamal Haasan will vote from Alwarpet. 
• Ajith will be voting from Kuppam Beach Road at Thiruvanmiyur while Vijay will vote from Neelankarai. 
• Karthi and Sivakumar will vote from T Nagar’s Hindi Prachar Sabha, and so will Simbu and his family. 
• Actor Vishal will vote from Valliammal School in Anna Nagar. 
• Radhika Sarath Kumar will cast her vote from Nellai Nadar School in Kottivakkam. 

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