RMV_THE KINGMAKER:
“RMV: The Kingmaker” is not just a biographical documentary; it unveils the Legacy of a Kingmaker – RMV Ayya. It is a profound journey into the life of a visionary who shaped Eras in both Cinema and Politics. The film stands as a tribute to ‘Arulalar’ RM Veerappan Ayya, a man who redefined leadership, loyalty, and the cultural narrative of Tamil Nadu. The film traces his remarkable journey from his early association with Thanthai Periyar and Arignar Anna, to becoming the trusted pillar of Puratchi Thalaivar M. G. Ramachandran (MGR) shaping both Tamil cinema and the political identity of Tamil Nadu.
The Film features Interviews and Insights from Thiru M.K.Stalin, Hon. Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru. Rajinikanth, Thiru. Sarathkumar, Thiru. Illaiyaraja, Thiru. Sathyaraj, Thiru. Vairamuthu, ‘Aerospace Scientist’ Thiru. Nambi Narayanan (ISRO) and other distinguished voices from the field of politics, literature, films, science, culture and spirituality. Through rare archival footage, insightful interviews, and meticulously collected historical documentation, the documentary highlights RMV Ayya’s discipline, vision, administrative strength, and unparalleled service to Tamil society.
The RMV-Effect on The Orange Economy of India:
RMV Ayya’s Vision for the Film Industry, Tamil Literature, Culture based Political Ideologies in 1960’s, the way he connected Content, Creativity and Culture was way ahead of the discovery of Orange Economy as outlined by the Hon. Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi at WAVES India Summit in 2025. During the summit our beloved PM declared that this is the dawn of the ‘Orange Economy’ in India, emphasising “Content, Creativity and Culture” as its 3 pillars. The foundation for this Orange Economy was already laid by very few stalwart Film Producers that includes Thiru R.M. Veerappan Ayya through his production house Sathya Movies and through his inimitable ‘Creative & Cultural’ Entrepreneurship excellence.
Summary:
“RMV: The Kingmaker” chronicles the extraordinary life, leadership, and legacy of RMV Ayya is set for release soon. The narrative themes that include Political Legacy of RMV Ayya – his mentorship and impact on Tamil Nadu Politics, His influence on Tamil Literature and Rationalist thoughts under the Literary Contribution. As a Star-maker he shaped careers of actors Rajinikanth and Kamal Hasaan. He also founded ‘Sathya Movies’ that revolutionized cinema. For Film Scholars this documentary film will help explore Tamil Cinema’s evolution through decades of change, for Political Thinker it is to trace the complex history of the Dravidian Movement and for the Cultural Enthusiasts, Seeking stories of resilience, vision and cultural leadership.
Sathya Movies
The Kings Tower
Old No. 114 / New No. 128,
Luz Church Road, Mylapore,
Chennai – 600004
Tamil Nadu, India
sathyamovieschennai@gmail.com
www.sathyamovies.com
