“Mari Selvaraj opens up about his personal film ‘Vaazhai' and the impact he hopes it will have”
Renowned Tamil director Mari Selvaraj has said that his latest film ‘Vaazhai' is a uniquely personal project that explores his journey and relationship with society. Unlike his previous critically acclaimed films, Selvaraj has taken on the dual role of director and lead actor in ‘Vaazhai', giving audiences a rare insight into his perspectives.
In an interview with this publication, Selvaraj candidly reflected on the experience of creating a film that is truly his own. He remarked that taking on such an personal project allowed him the freedom and control to firmly establish his creative vision on screen. Rather than altering his vision to satisfy commercial pressures, Selvaraj was able to craft ‘Vaazhai' uncompromisingly according to his artistic intentions.
For the director, ‘Vaazhai' serves as an opportunity to openly share an intimate page from his personal diary with the world. Through vulnerably portraying struggles from his own past, Selvaraj hopes the film will help strengthen his relationship with society by fostering deeper understanding. He expressed his belief that meaningful two-way communication between artists and audiences is important for driving societal progress.
Selvaraj also discussed the responsibility of public figures like himself to be transparent about their beliefs and intentions, especially when creating work that impacts or initiates dialogue in societies. He asserted that rather than spreading unnecessary hatred, his goal is to provoke thoughtful introspection through his films. Judging by the critical acclaim of Selvaraj's previous works which highlighted important social issues, ‘Vaazhai' is poised to continue his impactful storytelling.
Overall, Mari Selvaraj's interview presented a candid look inside his passionate drive to engage meaningfully with audiences through cinema. Fans are keen to experience the deeply personal voyage of self-discovery that ‘Vaazhai' promises when it releases this weekend.
