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Film fraternities in turmoil
RAJINIKANTH'S ENTRY into politics seems to be only a matter of time, if his recent utterances on the Cauvery issue are anything to go by. The heightened passion on the issue of water in both Karnataka and Tamil Nadu have given the superstar an opportunity to speak about his identity in a way he has not done in the past. It is now clear that he considers himself an Indian first, and a Tamil next, so no other affiliation need concern his fans or detractors.
Meanwhile, with marches to Neyveli, the suspended screening of Tamil films in Karnataka, and Tamil channels going off the air in Bangalore, it is obvious that the entertainment fraternity of both States perceives this as an important moment to demonstrate its commitment and concern for the people.
Whatever the outcome of the current imbroglio, everyone, from producers, directors, screen-writers and association chiefs, to actors and actresses, have tried to demonstrate that they are prepared to take up concerns other than just entertainment industry issues.
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