BREAKING BARRIERS: M.R. RADHA'S IMPACT ON TAMIL THEATRE AS AN ORGANIC INTELLECTUAL
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https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v4.i2.2023.618Keywords:
Organic Intellectual, M.R. Radha, Antonio Gramsci, Tamil filmsAbstract [English]
This study explores the life and artistic achievements of M.R. Radha, a prominent figure in Indian cinema, through the framework of organic intellectual theory of Antonio Gramsci. The article examines Radha's filmography, his portrayal of various personalities, and his involvement in social issues, emphasizing his position as an organic intellectual in influencing cultural narratives and public discourse. The study relies on secondary data such as biographies, interviews, memoirs, monographs, and news articles, as well as primary data collected from interviews with experts to confirm the authenticity of other sources. The research concludes that M.R. Radha was an organic intellectual who used his creative abilities and social clout to challenge established ideas and fight for social change in Tamil theatre and film.
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