Volodymyr Zelenskyy is the President of now embattled Ukraine. (2 y at the end of his name is not a spelling mistake. That is how his name spells) His becoming President of Ukraine will something happen only in movies. Actually, he was a full-time comedy actor. The Tamil speaking readers will certainly remember Vadivelu.*
Zelenskyy produced a TV series called Servant of the People in which he played the role of a President of Ukraine. His show was very popular and therefore he started a political party and announced his candidacy for the President of Ukraine. He scored a landslide victory.
To the surprise of many, this comedian started to bring about lot of changes and improvements to his country. He became very popular with the Ukrainian people.
Putin always had an eye on Ukraine. He wanted to annex Ukraine and thought this was the right time to send his army to take over Ukraine. Western experts think that Putin wants to bring back the old Soviet Union. Russia thought Zelenskyy would run away from the country. However, he stood firm and leading his country courageously.
USA offered an escape route for him from Ukraine. He immediately rejected the notion and demonstrated selfless leadership and a portrait of courage generally reserved for Hollywood (per Yahoo News).
Ukraine claims 3 assassination attempts on him were thwarted in the last 2 weeks.
Russia thought this would be an easy take over. But Zelenskyy and his army and people volunteers are fighting bravely. USA and EU nations are helping Ukraine. They have imposed severe economic and financial sanctions on Russia and Putin personally.
Will see how the war ends.
Slava Ukraini (Glory to Ukraine)
* As I write this, I read in papers Mr. Bhagwant Singh Mann, AAP Party's Punjab Chief Minister Elect was also a comedian.
Looks like Vadivelu is the only comedian who did not succeed in politics.
Interesting....I always wonder why do people always want more power, why can't they be satisfied with what they have....any thoughts SG....
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comments Dee. Haven't you heard of this proverb: Power tends to corrupt; absolute power corrupts absolutely.
DeleteThere are so many fake videos/messages about Zelenskyy/present war. I think you have given the clear/correct picture. Vadivelu was used like curry leaves for the election purpose which doomed his film career. I fully agree with your reply to Dee. Wants are insatiable especially for the greedy people
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comments Gowri.
DeleteYes, Zelenskyy has been impressive as a leader.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comments Rohitha.
DeleteActors becoming politicians is nothing new, esp. in TN. I didn't know it cud happen in other countries.
ReplyDeleteI guess anyone who excels in their field of work can excel in politics too. Actors have the advantage of high visibility as well..
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Thanks for your comments Rajesh. But there are exceptions. In acting, no one can beat Sivaji Ganesan. He had very high visibility. But as a politician he was a failure.
DeleteAn interesting post. You have brought out the finer points of the President's popularity.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comments Mr. KP.
DeleteFrom a comedy TV star to a war leader. Hard to think of anyone else like that!
ReplyDeleteIt's strange that this war between a David and Goliath has gone for over 3 weeks. Something amiss. Ukraine says they are putting up a brave defence. Russia is saying the slow pace is a part of their strategy. In war we can't believe anyone's claim.
Thanks for your comments Pradeep. Yes, we can't believe anyone's claim. As they always say "All our aircrafts returned to base safely."
DeleteHere, zeal for more power has caught fire. The ultimate outcome is the suffering of common man who flees the nation. Let's wait and see the upshot. Topic of the day.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comments Sarala.
DeleteHe is a comedian, may be that he has passion for that work also. But until unless one has the spark of reigning a country, one cannot reach even the proximity of the chair.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comments Sarala.
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