Vairamuthu: ‘An award for every Tamil home’: Poet and lyricist Vairamuthu dedicates the prestigious 60th Jnanpeeth Award to the Tamil community. Tamil Movie News

Renowned Tamil lyricist and poet Bhairamuthu Received the 60th Jnanpith Award of 2025 at a grand function held in the national capital. Presented by former Union Minister Karan Singh, the country’s highest literary honor recognizes Vairamuthu’s immense contribution to Indian literature. Addressing reporters after the ceremony, the lyricist delivered a powerful message of gratitude to the Tamil people and shared a remarkably calm and measured response to the criticism surrounding his nomination.

Vairamuthu dedicates respect to every Tamil

Speaking to reporters after receiving the award in New Delhi, Vairamuthu expressed his gratitude, saying the honor belonged to the entire Tamil community. According to Nakkhiran’s report, he said, “Jnanpith is the highest honor in Indian literature. It can be considered as the Nobel Prize of Indian literature. The award is back in Tamil after 24 years. I dedicate this honor to every Tamil. Every Tamil should celebrate as a reward for their own home. Parents and teachers should convey the glory of this award and the richness of the Tamil language to the younger generation.”His heartfelt words quickly went viral on social media, with many praising his passionate tribute to the Tamil language.

Vairamuthu reflects his faith

Vairamuthu also said that this recognition should not be considered as the ultimate criterion of Tamil literary legacy. He said, “Tamil greatness is not complete with Jnanpeeth and it does not end with this award. It is just a continuation of a long journey. Tamils ​​should share their knowledge, civilization, culture and lifestyle with the world from one generation to another.” His speech expressed his conviction that Tamil literature was always just and would continue to grow regardless of any personal accolades.

Vairamuthu responded to the criticism with a measured message

Faced with criticism surrounding the award, Vairamuthu chose to respond calmly. He said, “If there is no opposition, it is not really an award. It is right to accept criticism. Right or wrong is not for the creator, but for the readers to decide.”With seven National Film Awards and a Sahitya Academy win under his belt, Vairamuthu’s Jnanpeeth recognition is a monumental, historic milestone for modern Tamil poetry on the national stage.