Apr 10 2025

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NAB 2025: Unveiling the Future of Camera, Cinema, and Post-Production Gear Every April, the NAB Show in Las Vegas transforms into the epicenter of innovation for content creators, filmmakers, and broadcast professionals. Hosted by the National Association of Broadcasters, NAB is the premier stage where the future of production technology […]

Apr 04 2025

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This interview texts are based on the video program  with Director Suresh Krissna’s  conversation with Chitra Laxmanan sir Suresh Krissna – The Visionary Behind the Icons Suresh Krissna is a name that echoes across Indian cinema with reverence and admiration. A master storyteller and celebrated director, he has helmed nearly […]

Mar 28 2025

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Cinematographer Theni Eswar on Crafting Darkness in Veera Dheera Sooran Part – 2 Theni Eswar ISC Theni Eswar, is one of the  cinematographers, is known for deeply immersive and naturalistic approach to visual storytelling. His ability to craft light and shadow with precision has made him a sought-after name in […]

Dec 05 2024

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The ARRI ALEXA 265 introduces a groundbreaking evolution in 65 mm digital filmmaking, building on the legacy of its predecessor, the ALEXA 65. Designed to respond to user feedback, the ALEXA 265 offers a compact form factor, a newly enhanced 65 mm sensor, and superior image quality with 15 stops […]

Oct 13 2024

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Apple immersive 3D camera Apple just released “Submerged”, the first scripted short film shot entirely to be viewed with the Vision Pro. With the film, they released behind-the-scenes footage about the process that reveals the long-rumoured Apple 8K 3D camera which was used to shoot the production. Apple’s development of […]

Aug 18 2024

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SICA : Special Screening of “Thangalaan” Venue : Prasad lab theatre Chennai Date: 18th August 2024 / 2.30 pm The Southern India Cinematographers’ Association (SICA) hosted an exclusive screening of Director Pa Ranjith’s much-anticipated film Thangalaan released on Independence Day. The event saw a remarkable turnout of SICA members who […]

May 01 2022

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Jun 25 2018

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The Southern India Cinematographers Association, SICA, was started on 27th November 1972. Mr. A. Vincent was the Founder-President, Mr.P.N.Sundaram the General Secretary and Mr. S. Maruthi Rao the Treasurer. The main objective was to engage with the management of studios and producers to secure better emoluments, job security and fair remuneration and benefits. SICA is a TRADE UNION of all South Indian Cinematographers and is affiliated to the Film Employees Federation of South India (FEFSI).

Today SICA aims to further the artistic interest of the cinematographers, educate and keep abreast with the latest technical achievements in the field, protect the commercial interests and look after the welfare of its members. Technical Qualification, Knowledge and Experience is the primary criteria for membership. The Membership today is Classified under ACTIVE Cameraman, ASSOCIATE Cameraman and JUNIORS.

Santosh Sivan

Iruvar, 1997

P.C.Sreeram

NAYAGAN, 1987

B.Kannan

Kangalal Kaidhu Sei , 2004

Chota K Naidu

Damarukam, 2012

Balu Mahendra

MOONDRAM BIRAI, 1982

Madhu Ambat

Amaram, 1990

Santosh Sivan

Iruvar, 1997

S. Ramachandra

Mane, 1989-90

Santosh Sivan

Iruvar, 1997

Balu Mahendra

MOONDRAM BIRAI, 1982

P.C.Sreeram

NAYAGAN, 1987

Madhu Ambat

Amaram, 1990

B.Kannan

Kangalal Kaidhu Sei , 2004

Santosh Sivan

Iruvar, 1997

Chota K Naidu

Damarukam, 2012

S. Ramachandra

Mane, 1989-90

Since time immemorial, labour has always been sought to be exploited by employers the world over, who invariably held the upper hand in employment. Trade activism has been in existence since ancient times, but has been organized only in the past few centuries since the Industrial Revolution.

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Veteran Cinematographer NK Viswanathan was popular for his works as Cinematographer for films like ‘Kalyanaraaman’. He holds the record of doing more than100 feature films which is a remarkable benchmark in the history of film industry in any part of the globe.

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