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According to American news magazine Newsweek, this actor replaced Leonardo DiCaprio as "COUNTRY's trendiest heartthrob" and become the most popular Indian actor in the country, with former Indian PM Manmohan Singh crediting this actor for improved relations between India and COUNTRY.
What is the COUNTRY's name and actor's name?
Japan, Rajinikanth
This 2011 "Tanglish" song became an internet phenomenon that started a "national rage" of South Indian music in India.
Why this Kolaveri
This Tamil king, known for his inscriptions in multiple languages and his promotion of Buddhism, ruled the Tamil country in the 3rd century BCE and is considered one of India’s greatest rulers.
King Asoka
Right conduct leads to excellence , so must be guarded above life
ஒழுக்கம் விழுப்பந் தரலான் ஒழுக்கம் உயிரினும் ஓம்பப் படும்
This is the state game/sport of Tamil Nadu
Kabaddi
This 2021 Tamil film was the first Indian film to hold the number 1 spot at the global box office at the time of its release and revived Tamil Nadu box office
Master
Known for blending classical and contemporary sounds, this composer collaborated with director Suresh Krissna on multiple hit films, including a 1995 blockbuster where his music played a pivotal role in the film's commercial success
Deva
This Robin Hood-esque Tamil king is remembered for his rebellion against the British
Veerapandiyan Kattabomman
If you are born in this world, be born with qualities conducive to fame. It would be better not to be born from those who lack them.
தோன்றின் புகழொடு தோன்றுக அஃதிலார்
தோன்றலின் தோன்றாமை நன்று
This is the only other country apart from India and Sri Lanka that recognizes Tamil as an official language
Singapore
Dubbed the Marlon Brando of South India's Film Industry by the LA Times, this Tamil actor was the first Indian to win an international best actor award
Sivaji Ganesan
This Tamil Music Director made his debut at the age of 16, becoming the youngest to do so
Yuvan Shankar Raja
This zoo is the oldest zoo in India
Vandalur Zoo
Wealth gained through the ear is a wealth of wealth, and that wealth is the greatest of all wealth.
செல்வத்துட் செல்வஞ் செவிச்செல்வம் அச்செல்வம்
செல்வத்து ளெல்லாந் தலை
This North Indian state designated Tamil as its second language between 1969-2010
Haryana
Tamil actor became the first South Indian actor to be invited to and join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences/Oscars Committee
Suriya
This popular Tamil song was sampled by American rapper will.i.am for the song "It's My Birthday"
Urvasi Urvasi
This Tamil ruler of the 8th century established a major dynasty that later contributed to the formation of the Pallava Empire. His reign marked significant changes in Tamil art and architecture, including the introduction of stone temples
Narasimhavarman I
The stalks of water-flowers are proportionate to the depth of the water, and so is the greatness of men proportionate to their intellects.
வெள்ளத் தனைய மலர்நீட்டம் மாந்தர்தம்
உள்ளத் தனையது உயர்வு
This Tamil doctor and social reformer was the first woman to become a doctor in India and is noted for her strides in getting rights for and uplifting both women and the marginalized Devadasi community
Muthulakshi Reddy
This Tamil film received a record 6 National Awards, becoming the first South Indian film to do so
Kannathil Muthamittal
This song from the 2002 movie aided in the success of the film and the resurrection of the Tamil film industry during a downtime, popularizing the titular phrase.
O Podu
This is the oldest known ancient Tamil text
Tolkappiyam
All other sins may be redeemed, except ingratitude.
எந்நன்றி கொன்றார்க்கும் உய்வுண்டாம் உய்வில்லை
செய்ந்நன்றி கொன்ற மகற்கு
The festival involves offerings made to rivers, especially in the delta regions, and is associated with the fertility of the land. One of the key rituals includes tying a specific type of plant to a tree near the river.