A. S. Pandit Selvan
Political analyst and commentator offering historical context on Tamil Nadu politics and the cinema–politics nexus, with detailed knowledge of Dravidian movement history and electoral dynamics.
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Apr 2, 2026 • 35min
Is cinema a positive influence in Tamil Nadu politics?
Srinivasan Ramani, scholar of cinema and politics, and A. S. Pandit Selvan, political analyst steeped in Dravidian history, explore cinema’s role in Tamil Nadu. They discuss star power versus ideology, Vijay’s youth appeal, the Dravidian movement’s cinematic legacy, and risks of depoliticized celebrity politics. The conversation contrasts mass-hero films with progressive cinema and debates limits of film fame in elections.
