Actor Trisha and SA Chandrasekhar, father of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, attended Independence Day celebrations in Chennai as the country marked its 80th year of independence. The event formed part of nationwide ceremonies held on August 15 to commemorate India's freedom and honour the sacrifices of the freedom movement. Their presence at the celebrations attracted attention, with visuals from the event circulating widely. Independence Day programmes across the country featured flag-hoisting ceremonies, cultural performances and tributes to the nation's democratic journey.