On Monday, Vice President Venkaiah Naidu appreciated 'Chinna Babu' ('Kadaikutty Singham' in Tamil) as the best family entertainer he had watched in recent times. Saying that the film gives primacy to farming and family system, he added that it also highlights the need to show compassion towards livestock. The VP also commented that the Karthi-starrer also talks about the discrimination against girl children in our society. "I congratulate director Pandiraj, producer Suriya and actor Karthi for making the film for both Telugu and Tamil audiences," Naidu tweeted.

An elated Karthi has on Wednesday thanked the VP. "Our team thanks the Vice President for talking about Chinna Babu's family subject and also mentioning other aspects," Karthi said.

Earlier on Tuesday, Suriya had noted, "Sir truly honoured!! A leader of your stature took time to pay attention to our efforts means the world to us... Our team is overwhelmed by your gesture and inspired to make cinema a value-based entertainment."