A peek at the director Ram's movies are both endearing and compelling. It depends on how and from what perspective you approach it. The gentler perspective were when it examined the subtleties of a father in Peranbu attempting to give his handicapped daughter everything he could, or when it noted in Thanga Meenkal that only fathers of girls are aware that a kiss is not necessarily only about desire. However, films such as Kattradhu Thamizh and Taramani also convey a powerful message about the shifting capitalist and misogynistic society. And in this world, where does he see movies as an independent thing?

"Cinema is this century's ratchasa (demonic) art form. I mean that the majority of people see and engage with cinema as an art form. The developing technology that helps them comprehend each shot has even taught many people how to use visuals. The references is there in everyday life, and movies are a part of life, according to Ram.

An interview with Ram, the filmmaker of Paranthu Po:

In addition, Ram points out that cinema can serve as therapy for individuals from all walks of life, especially those from the tougher side of life. "It would be therapy for them more than a relief. I have seen individuals who enjoy comedy by Vadivelu sir or films by Vijay, Ajith, Shah Rukh Khan. Although they may not realize it, they are somewhat therapists and healers. However, Ram argues that film also transforms into a political movement when it tackles people's issues. “Cinema keeps talking about love, lust, friendship, family, relationships. Naturally, there are regressive movies, but the very essence of art is to be progressive. In some manner or another, cinema seeks to improve society's well-being; it is a therapy and everything else.

In his films, Ram is quite clear about what it wants to talk about. Being about globalisation in Kattradhu Thamizh or that of a helpless father wanting to bring the best for his paralysis-affected daughter in Peranbu. But what is the starting point for him? “It is everything and everywhere. Sometimes it’s inspiration and personal conflict, other times a hearsay, incident or the poetry you read somewhere. But once that idea comes, to make it a film or not has many deciding factors. Not that everything is possible to be made into a film because this medium has some limitations. Can we design and position it, what is the budget, and can we make a film and what way is it unique, are many deciding factors,” he adds.

‘To me, all parents are good parents’

Coming to Paranthu Po, Ram says he is a father, he has a father, seen a lot of fathers, witnessed middle class families wanting to achieve a lot, the sacrifices, is there a good/bad parent/child, were all the starting points for the film. “To me, all parents are good parents and trying to do their best.” As someone who likes to be surrounded by children, Ram says that they are his stressbusters, and recalls the times when he likes to converse with friends of his children, as his way of understanding the changing world.

Ram, who has created compassionate portrayals of women in his movies despite believing that all males are chauvinistic. The director knows that, despite not having direct experience as a woman, the relationships in his life, the things he has seen, and that those things have occurred around him. "Maybe a woman might have done a better job than me." Andrea used to ask me, for instance, why he should have taken the man (in Taramani). Additionally, there's the issue of which man a girl can turn to at the end of the day. A known devil is preferable than an unknown angel. A female director would likely turn down any devil. I hate seeing people live alone since I firmly believe that everyone needs a friend. As a writer, this is my point of view, and it may differ from that of another person. For that conclusion, I received both positive and negative feedback.

"Making a movie is more difficult than selling one."

Releasing a movie is more challenging than creating it, according to Ram seven years ago. Even now, he maintains his position, claiming that "selling a movie is harder than telling making a film." "People still remember films like Taramani, and Peranbu, which is also a success," he claims. However, financial success is equally important. However, the film's message must occasionally reach the audience in the proper manner as well. Tourist Family and Kudumbasthan were among the popular films. The success of major hero movies boosts producers' confidence and morale.

When producing films, Ram believes that one should engage in dialogue and conflict with the modern world. In twenty years, the world sees a shift of two hundred years. This change happens exclusively during times of fast change, and because generations continue to arrive, it's necessary to address the dispute that fuels the discussions. Although our perspective shifts, the fundamental reality remains the same. Therefore, when we engage in conflict and dialogue with the modern world, you become a far more liberal individual, capable of learning new things, and be young and fresh.

The last time a Ram movie came out was seven years ago, but the director claims that his observations around him keep him going with the creative stuff. "We keep asking questions, and finding solutions leads us to tales. Like any other aspect of nature, you recognize the beauty of people. Our responsibility is to see the world from their point of view, not to be against it. I still get letters from folks asking me about Taramani and Peranbu. Thus, you are aware that you are still a part of the modern world.

Ram states that although there may be a significant delay between the release of his film, it also takes time to create a picture that you want to create. "It's crucial that we market our own movie." Life is hectic since something occurs every day, and I don't miss a thing. Because every creator wants an appreciation, I may miss out on a movie release and the discussions surrounding it, he says.

Ram claims that he hasn't produced several iterations of Paranthu Po just to appeal to audiences here and at film festivals, and the film has previously had a festival release at the International Film Festival of Rotterdam. "Everyone sees the film the same way. You don't have to produce movies for them; instead, you create a film from your sensibilities and aesthetics, and they accept it if they like it, he says.
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