Suriya rules out political entry, says social work remains his focus

Actor Suriya has ruled out entering politics, saying he would not join the political arena even by accident, while adding that he continues to follow political developments closely as a citizen.

The actor made the remarks in a magazine interview that drew wide attention ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu elections, where several film personalities have been the subject of political speculation.

Speaking at a success celebration for his latest film, Suriya said he does not hate politics but has no intention of making it his path. He described social service, particularly through his educational foundation, as his responsibility and preferred field of work.

The foundation, run by his family for two decades, supports the higher education of underprivileged students and has helped thousands of first-generation learners enter professional courses.

His comments come at a time when Tamil cinema's relationship with politics is under renewed scrutiny, with other leading actors facing repeated questions about their own political ambitions.

Suriya is currently working on a slate of new film projects and said cinema and social work would remain his priorities.