Sumanth C Raman is one of the popular TV show hosts, commentator, doctor and political analyst. He has been one of the active users of Twitter and regularly shares his views on social issues. Now, his statement on stars not attending SPB's funeral has sparked controversy.

On Saturday, actor Vijay had attended the veteran singer's funeral, but many other actors had not attended the funeral. In a tweet indirectly attacking actor Ajith, whose film career began with SPB's support, Sumanth tweeted "When those who benefited a lot more from #SPB songs than @actorvijay chose to stay away this was a heartwarming gesture by Vijay. Respect indeed. ??".

This tweet met with lots of criticism and anger of Ajith fans, following which Sumanth again tweeted "There is no disrespect meant to anyone. It is their choice to go or not especially with Covid around. I am just pointing out a fact. But why are only fans of one particular star getting agitated and abusive?? So many didn't go."

There is no disrespect meant to anyone. It is their choice to go or not especially with Covid around. I am just pointing out a fact. But why are only fans of one particular star getting agitated and abusive?? So many didn't go.

— Sumanth Raman (@sumanthraman) September 26, 2020

When those who benefited a lot more from #SPB songs than @actorvijay chose to stay away this was a heartwarming gesture by Vijay. Respect indeed. ?? https://t.co/rYsHGyCgEu

— Sumanth Raman (@sumanthraman) September 26, 2020