Actress Parvathy on art being political: Pa Ranjith is leading an army
At the audio launch of ‘Thangalan’ in Chennai, actress Parvathy Thiruvothu spoke about art being political. She also said that director Pa Ranjith is leading an army in eradicating inequality in society through his films.
Actress Parvathy Thiruvothu, who is awaiting the release of ‘Thangaalan’, said that director Pa Ranjith is leading an army in removing inequality in the society through his art. She further said that art is political, and when it speaks the truth it can create discomfort. Parvathy is playing one of the lead roles in director Pa Ranjith’s ‘Thangaalan’, which will be released in cinemas worldwide next week.
The audio launch of ‘Thangalan’ took place in Chennai on August 5. Speaking on the occasion, Parvathy said, “The point is that cinema can be seen as entertainment. It can also become a blockbuster. But, everything we do in our lives is political. There is nothing apolitical about it.”
He further added, “It is no coincidence that ‘Thangalan’ is releasing on Independence Day. We use words like freedom and oppression casually. We must continue to read about inequality and know why it still exists. However uncomfortable it may be, you have to accept it. The personal is political. Art is political. For this, Ranjith is leading an army, and I am happy to be your soldier.”
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For those who don’t know, Pa Ranjith has been talking about caste politics and oppression for several years now, which is a common theme in his films.
She further added that it was her long-time dream to work in Pa Ranjith’s film. She said, “I had an opportunity before ‘Thangaalan’, but it could not materialise. I think it was written that I should play the role of Gangamma in ‘Thangaalan’. When I got a call from Pa Ranjith, I immediately accepted the film.”
‘Thangalan’ is set to release in theatres on August 15. The film stars Chiyaan Vikram in the lead role. Set in Kolar Gold Fields in Karnataka, the film talks about oppression and inequality in demographics.
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This historical film stars Chiyaan Vikram, Parvathy, Malavika Mohanan, Pasupathy and Daniel Caltagirone in the lead roles. Jointly produced by Studio Green, Neelam Productions and Jio Studios, the technical crew of the film includes music composer GV Prakash Kumar, cinematographer Kishore Kumar and editor Selva RK.
