India, Feb. 3 -- A few days ago, the Tamil Nadu government announced the State Film Awards for the years 2016 to 2022, recognising excellence in cinema and television. However, singer Chinmayi Sripada was not included in the list, even though she had given several hits during that period, particularly in the film 96. (Also read: Tamil Nadu State Film Awards 2016 to 2022 full list: Suriya, Dhanush, Sai Pallavi, win big in various categories)

A fan took to X and tagged Chinmayi and pointed out that she deserved to win for her songs in 96. "Chinmayi replied, "Not shocked :)I would have been shell shocked if they HAD given especially after naming Vairamuthu :)"

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