When did the DMK government come forward to produce the film?
The DMK government came in much later. As you know Periyar's party Dravida Kazhagam is still there. So, what I did first was, got the script cleared by DK leader Veeramani. He then told me to go ahead with the script. Earlier, I had cleared the script with Bharati's granddaughter also when I was making a film on Bharati.
Then, we got a couple of producers and it was after we started shooting the film that that Karunanidhi's order came about producing the film.
Did it put pressure on you?
I would say it was the other way round. It was a kind of recognition. Unlike the other leaders, Periyar has a special place and is accepted by all people in Tamil Nadu. Even the BJP recognises the greatness of Periyar. So, when the government says we are giving assistance to the project you are doing, it is a recognition.
Also Read:Ramesh Arvind dons serious avatar for Soundarya
Advertisement
