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Actor Vishal Reddy Cycles to Polling Booth in Chennai, Urges Youth to Vote

Actor Vishal Reddy cycled to a polling station in Chennai to cast his vote. He urged people to vote in large numbers, describing politics as a form of "social service" rather than a business. Reddy praised the voter turnout, noting both elderly and young people participated enthusiastically. He expressed hope that the final voting percentage would match levels seen in Assam and Kerala.

Key Points: Vishal Reddy Cycles to Vote in Chennai, Urges Voter Turnout

  • Actor Vishal Reddy cycles to polling booth in Chennai
  • He calls politics a form of "social service"
  • Praises high voter turnout among elderly and youth
  • Hopes final percentage matches Assam and Kerala levels
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Actor Vishal Reddy cycles to polling booth in Chennai

Actor Vishal Reddy cycles to a Chennai polling booth, calling politics a 'social service' and urging high voter turnout like Assam and Kerala.

"Coming into politics is something called calling. It's not a field like movies and any other businesses. - Vishal Reddy"

By Toshi Mandola, Chennai, April 23

Actor Vishal Reddy arrived at a polling station in Chennai on a bicycle to cast his vote.

Reddy, who voted in the afternoon, had urged people to vote in large numbers.

Vishal also noted that politics is not like films or business, but a form of "social service."

He said people should enter politics only when there is a genuine calling to serve society.

"Coming into politics is something called calling. It's not a field like movies and any other businesses. It is not like a movie or business. Politics is not a business. It is social service."

Reddy said he hopes politicians do their duty properly, while actors continue doing their work in cinema.

The actor also praised the turnout and said it was encouraging to see both elderly people and youngsters coming out to vote. He hoped the final percentage would touch levels seen in Assam and Kerala.

"It is amazing to see that elderly people coming out and youngster coming out. Nice to see the percentage is going up and up so.... It will be amazing result will be announced on May 4."

Polling for the Tamil Nadu and first phase of West Bengal assembly polls concluded at 6 pm on Thursday.

West Bengal recording a significantly higher voter turnout of 91.91 per cent on 152 seats that went to the polls in the first phase, according to Election Commission data.

In Tamil Nadu, the turnout was over 84 per cent.

- ANI

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Sneha F
True that, politics isn't a business! Vishal's words are refreshingly candid. Many star-politicians treat it like just another film role or money-making venture. But the real issue is: are political parties ready for genuine people with a calling, or will they shunt them aside? Still, glad to see young celebrities waking up to civic responsibility. 🙌
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James A
It's great to see an actor using his platform to encourage voting, not just for publicity. Cycling to the booth is a subtle call for environmental consciousness too. But I worry: will the same passion translate into holding politicians accountable after the results? Actions like this are an inspiring start, but systemic change needs consistent pressure from all of us.
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Vikram M
First he cycles, then speaks sense—Vishal is walking the talk. But here's the reality check: many actors enter politics for clout, not service. He rightly says it's a "calling," but does the system actually allow such pure-hearted people to survive without playing dirty? TN's voter turnout is good, but we need quality candidates too. Let's hope some genuine leaders emerge.

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