‘Tourist Family’ and ‘Bison Kaalamadan’ were among the Tamil films recognised at this year’s SIIMA Awards.
‘Tourist Family’ collected six honours in the Critics’ Choice categories, including Best Film and awards for its lead performers and other contributors. Dhruv Vikram, meanwhile, was named Best Actor for his work in ‘Bison Kaalamadan’.
‘Tourist Family’ won Best Film, Best Debut Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Male Playback Singer and Best Comedian in the Critics’ Choice section.
Director Abishan Jeevinth received the Best Debut Director award. Sasikumar and Simran were honoured as Best Actor and Best Actress respectively, while Yogi Babu won Best Comedian. Vijay Yesudas received the Best Male Playback Singer award for ‘Iragey’.
The film, directed by debutant Abishan Jeevinth, features Sasikumar and Simran in the lead. Its story follows Sri Lankan Tamil refugees who seek a new home in Tamil Nadu, combining family drama, humour and emotional themes.
Sean Roldan composed the music, with Aravind Viswanathan serving as cinematographer and Bharath Vikraman handling the editing. The cast also includes Yogi Babu, Mithun Jai Shankar, Kamalesh, MS Bhaskar and Ramesh Thilak.
Nazareth Pasilian, Mahesh Raj Pasilian and Yuvaraj Ganesan produced the film under Million Dollar Studios and MRP Entertainment. Dhruv Vikram’s Best Actor recognition for ‘Bison Kaalamadan’ marks the third time in his career that he has received the SIIMA honour.
Directed by Mari Selvaraj, the film features Dhruv as a rural Tamil Nadu kabaddi player who faces social prejudice, violence and family challenges while pursuing his ambition of making a name for himself in the sport. His preparation for the role included significant changes to his physical appearance, mannerisms and performance style.
