Srilankan
ethnic issue finds renewed support in films
December
14, 2005
The tearful two decade old tragedy of the
ethnic Srilankan Tamils has never engaged
our film industry’s attention but
for the sole mention in passing in KB’s
Punnagai mannan. Now as the issue gains
international exposure, film makers are
waking up to the issue.
Balu Mahendra has announced that his next
film will talk about the Tamils. Selvam
who has worked as director Pavithran’s
assistant in Sooriyan and Kalluri vaasal
has launched a film on the Srilankan Tamils.
Shooting begins in February for the film
in which Jeeva and Gopika are the lead pair.
Veteran director turned actor, Manivannan
has also announced his next directorial
venture as a mouthpiece of the Tamils.
