Chennai, Aug 2 (NationPress) Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman, who is the uncle of music director G V Prakash, along with acclaimed director Sudha Kongara, was among numerous film personalities who praised G V Prakash for winning his second National Award for the film Vaathi.

Immediately after the announcement of the winners of the 71st National Awards on Wednesday, G V Prakash Kumar, who received the National Award for Best Music Direction (Songs) for the bilingual film Vaathi, expressed his gratitude on X, referring to the accolade as "a blessing for the second time." His first National Award was for Soorarai Pottru, directed by Sudha Kongara.

In response to G V Prakash's post on X, A R Rahman commented, "Wishing you many more... Congratulations." G V Prakash, who previously collaborated with A R Rahman before becoming a music director, replied, "Thanks a lot, sir." Interestingly, he had previously mentioned in an interview that he consistently addresses his uncle as "sir" out of respect for having worked under him.

Director Sudha Kongara also expressed her congratulations to G V Prakash for his second National Award, sharing a picture with him on Instagram with the caption, "Looooooong due my bestie buddy brother @gvprakash. So so awesome. Congratulations. And here’s to many many more! And my fav fav fav song of yours too !!!!"

In his statement, G V Prakash expressed deep gratitude, calling his second National Award "A blessing for the second time." He stated, "I am truly overwhelmed and deeply grateful to receive the 71st National Film Award for Best Music Director for the film Vaathi. My heartfelt thanks to the esteemed jury and selection committee. Thank you to the entire team of #Vaathi for being part of this beautiful journey."

He specifically thanked actor Dhanush, who starred in Vaathi, as well as director Venky Atluri, saying, "Special thanks to my brother Dhanush, who chose me for this film. Our continuous collaboration—from Polladhavan to Asuran, Vaathi, and Idly Kadai—has been creatively fulfilling and rewarding for both of us. A big thank you to my director Venky Atluri, who inspired me to give my best and trusted me with the music for this film."

He concluded by saying, "From Vaathi to Lucky Bhaskar, and now onto our next project—thank you, Venky, for the consistent trust and for bringing blockbuster moments into our journey. Thanks to our producers, Nagavamsi and Trivikram, for believing in me and giving me this opportunity."

Finally, he expressed his immense gratitude towards his family, talented team of musicians, lyricists, technicians, dear friends, and all of his fans who have supported him.