Parasakthi: Why watch Sivakarthikeyan’s period political drama in theatres now
Parasakthi, directed by Sudha Kongara, revisits Tamil Nadu’s anti-Hindi agitations with strong performances by Sivakarthikeyan and Ravi Mohan, authentic period detailing, and impactful cameos
Jan 11, 2026
Parasakthi
Sivakarthikeyan’s Parasakthi is now running in theatres. The political period drama is directed by Sudha Kongara and marks the actor’s 25thfilm. One of the anticipated releases, Parasakthi will be capitalising the weekend box office in Tamil. If you have not watched it before, here are 5 reasons why you should watch it now.
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Why watch Parasakthi in theatres now?
Presents a part of Tamil Nadu’s history:
For long, cinema and politics have been entwined in Tamil Nadu. Actors have went on to become politicians and rule the state, politicians have made films even as they contest in elections, so much so that cinema has become a medium of communication, rallying and canvasing. With Parasakthi, the film explores the anti-Hindi agitations that took place in Tamil Nadu, fronted by students, precisely between the 1950s-60s. For long, the language imposition has been a topic of contention that divided Tamil Nadu from rest of country. Parasakthi taps into this emotion, without dissing any language, but the forceful imposition of it.
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For its authentic recreation of 1950s:
The film’s story primarily takes place between 1950-60s and the makers have certainly put hard work into recreating that era. Be it cinematographer Ravi K Chandran’s frames, production design by MR Karthik Rajkumar to recreate Tamil Nadu of that period and costume design by Poornima, the technical crew’s efforts to stay true to that period is commendable.
Voices out for language identity:
Parasakthi’s core imposition is language identity and preserving it. In doing so, the film is very careful not to paint Hindi in a bad light, but only the imposition of it. While there is a fine line between being anti-Hindi and anti-Hindi imposition, Parasakthi is responsible enough to show this, thus not coming across against any languages.
Heartfelt performances by lead cast:
Sivakarthikeyan plays Chezhiyan, a Tamil student who rebelled against the Hindi imposition and later when on to become a Railways employee. Channelling in his angry young man vibe, the actor excels in portraying emotions, and performing stunt sequences. The surprise also comes in form of Ravi Mohan who takes up playing a bad guy for another hero, the first time in his career. Playing a ruthless cop who loathes his Tamil identity, Ravi Mohan and Sivakarthikeyan’s scenes have been appreciated. Atharvaa as Sivakarthikeyan’s younger brother, Sreeleela as Telugu native, romantic interest, have also delivered their best.
Tucks in surprise cameos:
Parasakthi has some cameos who create an impact. While Rana Daggubati and Dhananjay play representatives from Telugu and Kannada communities to voice out for anti-Hindi impositions, the cameo that created most impact is of Basil Joseph. His short but crucial role in the story adds values, thus making it a good theatrical experience.
Parasakthi FAQs
Q. Is Parasakthi a real story?
A. Parasakthi is partially based on the anti-Hindi agitations that took place in Tamil Nadu in 1965.
Q. Is Parasakthi a biopic?
A. No, Parasakthi is not a biopic or based on any one person.
Q. What is the story of Parasakthi Sivakarthikeyan?
A. Parasakthi starring Sivakarthikeyan is based on the anti-Hindi agitations that took place in Tamil Nadu in 1965.
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