Department of Visual Communication, S.A. College of Arts & Science, organized the screening of the Tamil suspense thriller LARA on 08.01.2025

The Department of Visual Communication, S.A. College of Arts & Science, organized the screening of the Tamil suspense thriller LARA on 8th January 2025 in the SACAS Preview Theatre. This event was spearheaded by Mr. R.D. Balaji, Course Director of the Department of Visual Communication, as part of the department’s initiative to provide students with first-hand exposure to filmmaking and storytelling in contemporary Tamil cinema. The program commenced with a Welcome Address by Dr. R. Srinivasan, Head of the Department of Visual Communication. Dr. Srinivasan emphasized the importance of integrating practical learning experiences like film screenings and interactions with industry professionals into the academic curriculum. Following the welcome address, Mr. R.D. Balaji delivered an Introduction of the Chief Guest and Program Overview. He highlighted the significance of the movie LARA in contemporary Tamil cinema, particularly for its narrative style, gripping screenplay, and the impactful performances of the cast. The screening of LARA began at 9:45 AM and captivated the audience for its entire runtime of 1 hour and 57 minutes. The film, which was released in theatres across Tamil Nadu on 3rd January 2025, has garnered attention for its intense storyline and powerful visuals. Written and directed by Mani Moorthi, LARA stars Ashok Kumar Balakrishnan, M. Karthikesan, Anusreya Rajan, and Varshini Venkat in pivotal roles. The movie delves into themes of resilience, betrayal, and justice, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats with its suspenseful twists and emotionally charged performances.