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Tamil Eelam has always had stories worth telling. For the first time, an Eelam film has gone through Kollywood to reach the world. Neelira - directed by someetharan, produced by karthik subbaraj - is the first of its kind. This one matters. Watch it. #neelira #tamilcinema #eelam

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I’ve spent years writing about Eelam Tamil politics, our losses, our resilience. In all that time, one absence has been particularly glaring. Tamil cinema has never allowed us to be the protagonists of our own story - not in any meaningful way. Kollywood can sometimes have an exploitative relationship with Eelam Tamils. We’ve been portrayed as sympathetic refugees at best, criminals as worst. There are a few films about us, but never have any been made by us. ‘Neelira’ is a step in a different direction. Directed by someetharan and produced by karthik subbaraj, it is the first Eelam-centred film to be made within Kollywood and released globally. Set entirely in Jaffna and directed by an Eelam Tamil. That is not a small thing. The Indian censor board and wider film industry in general is still extremely problematic. But for those who grew up seeing stories told about us but never with us, this film is something to hold onto. An Eelam story on a Kollywood platform, with a global release. Go watch it. A fuller piece with my thoughts is coming soon. #Neelira #Eelam #Kollywood #TamilCinema #TamilEelam
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I’ve spent years writing about Eelam Tamil politics, our losses, our resilience. In all that time, one absence has been particularly glaring. Tamil cinema has never allowed us to be the protagonists of our own story - not in any meaningful way. Kollywood can sometimes have an exploitative relationship with Eelam Tamils. We’ve been portrayed as sympathetic refugees at best, criminals as worst. There are a few films about us, but never have any been made by us. ‘Neelira’ is a step in a different direction. Directed by someetharan and produced by karthik subbaraj, it is the first Eelam-centred film to be made within Kollywood and released globally. Set entirely in Jaffna and directed by an Eelam Tamil. That is not a small thing. The Indian censor board and wider film industry in general is still extremely problematic. But for those who grew up seeing stories told about us but never with us, this film is something to hold onto. An Eelam story on a Kollywood platform, with a global release. Go watch it. A fuller piece with my thoughts is coming soon. #Neelira #Eelam #Kollywood #TamilCinema #TamilEelam

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13,975 views • 4 months ago

My first trip to the Eelam Land with a Eelam Film - #Neelira ❤️ Thanks Jaffna for the overwhelming love 🙏🏻🙏🏻 someetharan
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My first trip to the Eelam Land with a Eelam Film - #Neelira ❤️ Thanks Jaffna for the overwhelming love 🙏🏻🙏🏻 someetharan

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In the City of Brampton, we proudly acknowledge Tamil Eelam Flag Day. This flag, which unites Tamil nationals of Eelam worldwide, symbolizes their sovereignty and right to self-determination. It serves as a poignant reminder of the immense sacrifices made by the Eelam Tamil community in their struggle for liberation and emancipation. It is also a time to remember the lives lost to the 60 years of the #TamilGenocide. We will continue to stand with the Tamil community in their pursuit of justice & freedom. There is no freedom or equality without justice! #NeverForget

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Rising today in the #HoC to present petition e-5058, calling for Genocide Convention proceedings by Canada against Sri Lanka & an international referendum to establish a sovereign state of Tamil Eelam
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Proud to introduce Someetharan someetharan , Director of the film #Neelira Please do listen to his speech to know how the story of this film emerged deep from the hearts of people who were born and lived through the war times.... Between all the guns, ammunitions & choas, there were people striving to have a normal life, there were beautiful moments of love, joy & charm, there were stories of survival & Hope.... This film tells one such story.. #Neelira Trailer from tomorrow!! In Cinemas worldwide from April 3rd - Good Friday ❤️ Rana Daggubati Kaarthekeyen S Stone Bench Actor Naveen Chandra Spirit Media AGS Cinemas Ahimsa Entertainment #NeelirafromApril3rd

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