NEW DELHI: Suresh Gopi, a prominent actor and the BJP’s first Lok Sabha MP from Kerala, on Sunday took oath as Minister of State in PM Modi government 3.0. This appointment marks a significant milestone for the BJP in Kerala, a state where the party has struggled to gain a foothold.
Gopi defeating advocate and CPM candidate V S Sunil kumar by 74,686 votes in Lok Sabha elections 2024.
Suresh Gopi, a prominent figure in Malayalam cinema, ventured into politics by running for the Thrissur Lok Sabha seat on a BJP ticket in 2019. Despite securing the third position, his political journey continued as the BJP nominated him to the Rajya Sabha.
As a member of parliament, Gopi utilised his allocated funds to engage in social outreach initiatives, which appear to have resonated with the constituents during the 2024 general election. He actively sought to connect with the Christian community and gained the trust of voters through his involvement in grassroots protests against the alleged cooperative bank funds scam linked to the CPM.
Throughout his acting career, Suresh Gopi has demonstrated resilience and the ability to overcome challenges. Renowned for his exceptional acting prowess and powerful dialogue delivery, he has navigated various ups and downs in the Malayalam film industry, cementing his status as a survivor both on and off the screen
