CHENNAI: Chief Minister MK Stalin unveiled the signboard for the renamed 'Jaishankar Road' via video conferencing on Friday, following the resolution passed by the Greater Chennai Corporation to rename College Lane in Nungambakkam to honour the 'James Bond of Tamil Cinema'.

Veteran actor Jaishankar had starred in over 300 films in his career spanning 35 years, and earned various accolades.

An official release praised Jaishankar as he was called the people's actor and the 'James Bond of Tamil Cinema'. He was a household name in the state and was involved in several public service works with former chief minister late M Karunanidhi, the release read.

The chief minister also honoured 'Kalaimamani' S V Venkatraman by opening the signboard of the renamed 5th Cross Street in Mandavelipakkam

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