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Puthiyavan Rasiah | |
|---|---|
| Born | Puthiyavan Rasiah |
| Citizenship | United Kingdom |
| Alma mater | University of West London |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, Film director, Film producer, Screenwriter |
| Years active | 2006 - present |
| Spouse | Anula |
| Children | 2 |
Puthiyavan Rasiah is a Sri Lankan-born filmmaker, actor, and film producer known for his contributions to Tamil Cinema. His films explore themes of Tamil identity, diaspora, and resilience, and have been screened at international film festivals.[1][2]
Early Life
[edit]Puthiyavan Rasiah was born in northern Sri Lanka. In 1984 while completing his advanced level studies, he was detained by Sri Lankan armed forces during the civil conflict. After spending nearly three years in detention, he sought asylum in the United Kingdom in December 1986. In the UK, he pursued higher education, earning a Master of Arts in Film Studies at the University of West London between 2006 and 2008.[3]
Film Career
[edit]Puthiyavan Rasiah made his directorial debut with Mann(Soil), released in 2006, a film that explores themes of displacement and societal challenges caused by civil unrest. [4]
In 2014, he directed Yaavum Vasappadum [5], a film that focused on Tamil social issues[6], under his production company, Aaa Productions UK.
In 2019, Otrai Panai Maram(Single Palm Tree), a film that explored Tamil Resilience[7][8], won multiple international awards and featured his daughter, Ajathika Puthiyavan, in a leading role.[9][10] It was also produced by his production company and its teaser was launched by Director Pa.Ranjith.[11]
The film received its theatrical release in Tamil Nadu on October 25, 2024.[12] Upon its release, the film garnered mixed reviews.[13][14]
While it was praised for its compelling narrative and strong performances, it also faced criticism from Tamil political leader Seeman, who condemned certain portrayals in the movie. [15][16][17]
Political Involvement
[edit]At the age of 17, Puthiyavan became politically active, supporting Tamil causes during the Sri Lanka Civil Conflict. In 1984, he was arrested and detained without trial for nearly three years. After his release, continued surveillance and harassments forced him to flee to the United Kingdom, where he sought asylum.[3]
Personal life
[edit]Puthiyavan married to Anula Puthiyavan and the couple has two daughters. His daughter, Ajathika Puthiyavan, debuted as an actor in the lead role of Otrai Panai Maram. [18][19]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Mann(Soil) | Director | [4] |
| 2014 | Yaavum Vasappadum | Director,
Producer |
[5] |
| 2019 | Otrai Panai Maram
(Single Palm Tree) |
Main Lead Actor, Director,
Producer |
[12] |
External Links
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ டிவி, தந்தி (2019-09-26). ""ஒற்றைப் பனைமரம்" திரைப்படத்தின் டிரெய்லர் வெளியீடு". www.thanthitv.com (in Tamil). Retrieved 2024-10-19.
- ^ "ஈழத்தின் அழியாச் சுவடுகளை பேசும் 'ஒற்றைப் பனை மரம்'.. தமிழகத்தில் அக்டோபர் 25 முதல் ரிலீஸ்". Tamil Cinema News. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ a b "புத்தியவன் ரசையா: ஒற்றை பனைமரம் இயக்குனரின் பயணம்". Tamil Cinema News. Retrieved 2024-12-20.
- ^ a b "Etcetera". The Hindu. 2014-10-04. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ a b "Yaavum Vasappadum Team Meet, Yaavum Vasappadum Team Meet, Yaavum Vasappadum, Puthiyavan Rasiah". www.behindwoods.com. Retrieved 2024-10-25.
- ^ "Events - Yaavum Vasappadum Movie Audio Launch Movie Launch and Press Meet photos, images, gallery, clips and actors actress stills". IndiaGlitz.com. Retrieved 2024-10-21.
- ^ Aiyappan, Ashameera (2019-01-23). "Otrai Panai Maram gets international recognition". Cinema Express. Retrieved 2024-10-21.
- ^ Athavan Radio (2019-04-05). ஒற்றை பனைமரம் பற்றி | Interview with Puthiyavan Rasiah | Athavan Radio. Retrieved 2024-10-23 – via YouTube.
- ^ ராகவ்குமார் (2024-10-26). "விமர்சனம்: 'ஒற்றைப் பனை மரம்' கடலுக்கு அப்பால் ஒரு கூக்குரல்!". Kalki Online (in Tamil). Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ "Tamil Director Puthiyavan Rasiah Biography, News, Photos, Videos". nettv4u. Retrieved 2024-11-02.
- ^ Staff, T. N. M. (2019-09-26). "Watch: Pa Ranjith launches teaser of acclaimed film 'Otrai Panai Maram'". The News Minute. Retrieved 2024-10-21.
- ^ a b "ஒற்றைப் பனை மரம் - திரைப் பார்வை | இதுவும் ஈழம்தான்!". Hindu Tamil Thisai (in Tamil). 2024-10-25. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ "Ottrai Panai Maram Movie Review : A well-meaning but static portrait of war survivors". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ Maalaimalar (2024-10-24). "ஒற்றைப் பனை மரம் : Otrai Panai Maram Bonus Trailer, Review, Cast & Crew, OTT Release Details in Tamil". www.maalaimalar.com (in Tamil). Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ "சீமான்: ஒற்றைப் பனை மரம் படத்திற்கு எதிர்ப்பு ஏன்? - என்ன சர்ச்சை?". BBC News தமிழ் (in Tamil). 2024-10-24. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ WebDesk. "ஒற்றை பனைமரம் திரைப்படத்தை தமிழகத்தில் வெளியிட அனுமதிக்க மாட்டோம்: சீமான் எச்சரிக்கை". tamil.indianexpress.com (in Tamil). Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ "'ஒற்றைப் பனைமரம்' படத்தை வெளியிட சீமான் கடும் எதிர்ப்பு". Hindu Tamil Thisai (in Tamil). 2024-10-24. Retrieved 2024-12-16.
- ^ Cine Samugam (2024-10-19). கண்ணீர் வரவைக்கும் கதை! இவ்வளவு விருதுகளா 😱 | Otrai Panai Maram Movie. Retrieved 2024-10-21 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Otrai Panai Maram Cast & Crew | Cast Of Otrai Panai Maram Tamil Movie - FilmiBeat". www.filmibeat.com. Retrieved 2024-12-16.