“RMV: The Kingmaker” is not just a biographical documentary; it unveils the Legacy of a
Kingmaker – RMV Ayya. It is a profound journey into the life of a visionary who shaped Eras in
both Cinema and Politics. The film stands as a tribute to ‘Arulalar’ RM Veerappan Ayya, a man
who redefined leadership, loyalty, and the cultural narrative of Tamil Nadu. The film traces his
remarkable journey from his early association with Thanthai Periyar and Arignar Anna, to
becoming the trusted pillar of Puratchi Thalaivar M. G. Ramachandran (MGR) shaping both
Tamil cinema and the political identity of Tamil Nadu.
The Film features Interviews and Insights from Thiru M.K.Stalin, Hon. Chief Minister of Tamil
Nadu, Thiru. Rajinikanth, Thiru. Sarathkumar, Thiru. Illaiyaraja, Thiru. Sathyaraj, Thiru.
Vairamuthu, ‘Aerospace Scientist’ Thiru. Nambi Narayanan (ISRO) and other distinguished
voices from the field of politics, literature, films, science, culture and spirituality. Through rare
archival footage, insightful interviews, and meticulously collected historical documentation,
the documentary highlights RMV Ayya’s discipline, vision, administrative strength, and
unparalleled service to Tamil society.
RMV Ayya’s Vision for the Film Industry, Tamil Literature, Culture based Political Ideologies in
1960’s, the way he connected Content, Creativity and Culture was way ahead of the discovery
of Orange Economy as outlined by the Hon. Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi at WAVES
India Summit in 2025. During the summit our beloved PM declared that this is the dawn of
the ‘Orange Economy’ in India, emphasising “Content, Creativity and Culture” as its 3 pillars.
The foundation for this Orange Economy was already laid by very few stalwart Film Producers
that includes Thiru R.M. Veerappan Ayya through his production house Sathya Movies and
through his inimitable ‘Creative & Cultural’ Entrepreneurship excellence.
“RMV: The Kingmaker” chronicles the extraordinary life, leadership, and legacy of RMV Ayya
is set for release soon. The narrative themes that include Political Legacy of RMV Ayya – his
mentorship and impact on Tamil Nadu Politics, His influence on Tamil Literature and
Rationalist thoughts under the Literary Contribution. As a Star-maker he shaped careers of
actors Rajinikanth and Kamal Hasaan. He also founded ‘Sathya Movies’ that revolutionized
cinema. For Film Scholars this documentary film will help explore Tamil Cinema’s evolution
through decades of change, for Political Thinker it is to trace the complex history of the
Dravidian Movement and for the Cultural Enthusiasts, Seeking stories of resilience, vision and
cultural leadership.