Renowned Tamil actor Ajith Kumar has issued a public statement addressing the viral ‘Kadavule Ajithey’ chants often heard in public gatherings and events. Expressing his discomfort with these slogans, Ajith has requested fans to address him by his name or initials instead.

A statement in English and Tamil was released by Ajith’s publicist Suresh Chandra on Tuesday evening on social media with the caption: “From The Desk of AK”.

“Of late, a certain factor has been disturbing me and in particular slogan, K....', 'Ajithey' has been publicly recited on various events and public gatherings. I am uncomfortable with superlatives or any kind of prefix mentioned alongside my name. I prefer being addressed by my name or my initials,” the statement read.

“I take this opportunity to request all those who indulge in this slogan shouting practise in public places to stop this with immediate effect & restrain themselves from doing so ever again. My sincere request to everyone is to work hard, play hard without hurting anyone, look after your respective families & be law-abiding citizens. Live and let live,” the statement further said.

Ajith Kumar, known for his humility and grounded demeanour, had in 2021 urged his fans to desist from using prefixes like Thala. Earlier this year, Kamal Haasan had also issued a statement asking fans to stop addressing him as Ulaga Nayagan (universal hero).

Ajith Kumar was last seen in the 2023 blockbuster Thunivu. He will star in Vidaamuyarchi, directed by Magizh Thirumeni, alongside Trisha Krishnan, Arjun Sarja, Arav, and Regina Cassandra.