17/03/2026
About the documentary:
Dalit Subbaiah: Voice of the Rebels
“Dalit Subbaiah: Voice of the Rebels” is a Tamil documentary film directed by MKP Gridaran. The film tells the life story of the revolutionary singer and activist Dalit Subbaiah, whose music became a powerful voice against caste oppression.
About the Documentary
The documentary explores Subbaiah’s journey from a rural background in Tamil Nadu to becoming an influential protest singer, poet, and cultural activist. Through songs, performances, and political activism, he spoke about the struggles of Dalits, workers, and marginalized communities.
The film combines:
Archival footage of his performances
Interviews with activists and fellow artists
Documentation of his cultural troupe and political work
It also shows how his music carried the ideas of B. R. Ambedkar, Periyar, and Marx, inspiring people to resist caste discrimination and social injustice.
Recognition
Won Best Longform Documentary at the International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala.
The film was also entered into the 2026 Oscar race screening room.
When : 28th March 2026
Where: Suchithra Auditorium
Time: 6:30 PM Onwards
Duration : 89 minutes
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