Tamil Film Arivu to Premiere at IFFI Ahead of Global Release
Arivu, a film addressing education and womens rights, will be showcased at IFFI before its worldwide release on December 11.
Chennai, November 14 (Daily Kiran) : Director Sathya Shiva’s highly anticipated Tamil film, “Arivu,” has been selected for screening at the 57th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). The festival, taking place in Goa, will feature actor Vijay Kumar and actress Kayal Anandhi in lead roles.
“Arivu” will be part of the festival’s “Indian Panorama” in the “New Horizons” category. The filmmakers are thrilled about the film’s selection for such a prestigious event prior to its release. They have also decided to submit the film to various other international film festivals.
The narrative of “Arivu” focuses on important issues like education and women’s rights. It is set to hit theaters worldwide on December 11. The production team announced the completion of filming on May 1 of this year.
Sathya Shiva shared a behind-the-scenes video on his X account, stating, “The shooting of ‘Arivu’ is complete. Here’s a glimpse of the journey from concept to reality.” The making video showcases the crew filming in mountainous regions, emphasizing the film’s themes centered around education and women’s empowerment.
Sources connected to the film revealed that some scenes were shot at a government school in Lechmi, located near Ottapara in Munnar. During the shoot, the team observed a lack of basic facilities for students. In response, producer Sai Vinod Jayakumar took immediate action to enhance the school’s amenities, including renovations, fresh paint, and improved drinking water access. This initiative has received praise from both students and local residents.
Filming began in Munnar, with the second phase completed in Thenni. “Arivu” delivers a powerful social message focused on women’s rights. In addition to Vijay Kumar and Kayal Anandhi, the cast includes I.M. Vijayan, Deepa Shankar, and Singam Puli in significant roles.
Sathya Shiva is responsible for the story and screenplay, known for addressing strong social issues through his impactful cinematic language. The film is produced under the banner of MovieTron Productions, with music by D. Imman, cinematography by Dil Raju, editing by Vetri Krishnan, and art direction by S.K. Ramu.
