Filmmaker Seenu Ramasamy has put forward proposals aimed at strengthening the Tamil film industry. Taking to X, the director addressed Chief Minister Joseph Vijay and expressed confidence that the new government could bring meaningful reforms. Saying that the administration has created hope for a system free from corruption and bribery, Seenu Ramasamy urged the government to also focus on long-term policy changes that would benefit filmmakers, artists and cinema lovers across the state.

Director lists six major demands for the government

Beginning his appeal, Seenu Ramasamy wrote, “I would like to place six important requests before the government led by Hon’ble Chief Minister Joseph Vijay.” His first demand was the establishment of government-run theatres on the lines of Kerala’s KSFDC model. “Small-budget films with good stories often struggle to get theatres. Government theatres can become a lifeline for such films,” he said. He also called for Film Appreciation courses to be introduced in schools and colleges, adding that “youngsters should learn to understand cinema as an art form, not just entertainment.“

Calls for global film conference and simpler shooting permissions

The director further proposed that Tamil Nadu host a World Film Conference similar to the World Tamil Conference, saying it would create opportunities for collaboration between Tamil filmmakers and international creators. He also requested the introduction of a single-window online approval system for film shoots at heritage and cultural sites. “An online permission process can reduce unnecessary delays, remove bureaucratic hurdles and eliminate opportunities for bribery,” he said. In addition, Seenu Ramasamy appealed for a dedicated government grant for independent films, similar to schemes available in places like London and Maharashtra, to encourage filmmakers without star-backed projects.

Seenu Ramasamy seeks faster welfare measures for artists

Concluding his message, Seenu Ramasamy urged the government to speed up the long-pending housing projects announced for members of the Directors’ Association and financially struggling artists. “The promised houses should reach the deserving beneficiaries without further delay,” he wrote. Expressing optimism about the new administration, the filmmaker added, “I believe this government will not only eradicate corruption but also bring policy reforms that will uplift the arts and cinema.” Seenu Ramasamy’s proposals have raised much debate among members of the film fraternity, and many have hoped that these will be seriously considered in the coming months.