Besides being a prolific actor, R Madhavan is also known for his motivational speeches on various occasions. The talented actor left the audience spellbound at The Washington Chapter in Washington DC (USA) with his admiring speech.

Riding high on the success of his latest Tamil blockbuster, Vikram Vedha, Madhavan  address a conference for girl education and women empowerment, organised by Pratham USA, a non-profit organization that supports Pratham’s work and vision - “Every Child in School and Learning Well.”

Madhavan, who had been specially invited for the occasion, spoke on the conference’s theme – girl education and empowering rural India.

A source says, "With his eloquent speech, charming demeanor, eclectic thoughts and humble personality, Madhavan left an indelible mark on the crowd. His earnest vision for empowering rural India and emphasis on the importance of girl education immensely resonated with the people.”