Sathya Movies Announces Grand-Scale Documentary on Arulalar RM Veerappan
Titled: “The Kingmaker”
Sathya Movies, one of Tamil cinema’s most iconic production houses, has announced the forthcoming release of a landmark documentary titled “The Kingmaker”, chronicling the life and legacy of its founder, the late Arulalar RM Veerappan (RMV) — a towering figure in Tamil Nadu’s political, cultural, and spiritual landscape.
The documentary is being produced on a grand scale, with cinematic craftsmanship aimed at meeting international standards. It seeks to illuminate lesser-known but historically significant moments from Mr.RM Veerappan’s illustrious journey as a five-time minister in Tamil Nadu, two -time Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), and three-time Member of the Legislative Council (MLC).
A close associate of icons such as Periyar, Anna, and Dr. Kalaignar Karunanidhi, Mr.RM Veerappan played a pivotal role in the Dravidian movement and Tamil cinema. He was instrumental in sculpting the political ascent of M.G. Ramachandran (MGR) and nurturing a new wave of socially conscious filmmaking through Sathya Movies.
The documentary, already generating immense anticipation, features exclusive contributions from a constellation of eminent personalities who have shared their personal experiences and reflections on Mr.RM Veerappan’s impact. These include:
● Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru M. K. Stalin, who described the documentary as “a necessity of our times.”
● Superstar Rajinikanth, who movingly referred to Mr.RMV as “a real kingmaker.”
● Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan and other leading figures from the Tamil film industry.
● Prominent political leaders across party lines, highlighting Mr RMV’s influence across ideologies.
● Esteemed spiritual leaders including Dharmapuram Aadheenam and Kanchi Periyava, offering rare insights into his spiritual engagements.
● Padma Bhushan awardee Dr. Nambi Narayanan, senior ISRO scientist;
● Padma Bhushan awardee Mr. Nalli Kuppusamy Chetti, industrialist and philanthropist;
● Celebrated poet Kaviperarasu Vairamuthu, former Tamil Nadu State Poet Muthulingam, and other notable literary and academic voices.
Sathya Movies will unveil an exclusive 8-minute preview of “The Kingmaker” on April 9, marking Mr.RM Veerappan’s first remembrance day. This special screening will offer a glimpse into the full-length documentary, which is expected to become a seminal archival work on Tamil Nadu’s modern history.
The documentary 8 minutes Preview will be releasing on Sathya Movies’ official YouTube channel (youtube.com/sathyamoviesonline) and across all major social media platforms, ensuring global accessibility.
With its ambitious scope and heartfelt tributes, “The Kingmaker” stands as a powerful homage to a man who helped shape the political, cinematic, and cultural ethos of Tamil Nadu — a legacy that continues to inspire generations.
—Manavaibhuvan.PRO
