SICA Elections 2026: New Office Bearers !
Oct 14 2026
SICA Election Results 2026–2029
Newly Elected Office Bearers of the Southern India Cinematographers Association
The Southern India Cinematographers Association (SICA) is an important professional association representing cinematographers and other professionals associated with Tamil cinema, television, and the wider visual media industry.
According to the official election notice dated 11 October 2026, the following office bearers have been declared elected for the 2026–2029 term.
President – S. Saravanan
S. Saravanan is an accomplished cinematographer and film director associated with Tamil cinema. Through his work behind the camera and his involvement in filmmaking, he has contributed to films that have earned audience recognition and commercial success. His experience across cinematography and direction brings a valuable creative perspective to the leadership of SICA.
As President, he will lead the association in representing its members and supporting the growth and recognition of the cinematography fraternity.
General Secretary – A. Ramesh Kumar
A. Ramesh Kumar is known for his outstanding contribution to Tamil cinema, particularly his role in bringing the Cinemascope format into mainstream Tamil filmmaking. The wider adoption of this widescreen format expanded the visual possibilities available to filmmakers and helped shape the cinematic presentation of Tamil films.
As General Secretary, he will play a key role in coordinating the association’s activities and representing the professional interests of its members.
Treasurer – M. Vetrivel
M. Vetrivel is recognised for his technical expertise in green-screen cinematography. His work includes an exceptionally long green-screen shoot, described as holding a record until Baahubali. Such work reflects the technical precision and production coordination required for demanding visual-effects projects.
His experience is particularly relevant as filmmaking increasingly embraces advanced compositing, visual effects, and virtual production technologies.
Vice Presidents
* R. Diwakaran
* S. Loganathan
The Vice Presidents will support the President and the association’s leadership in addressing members’ professional interests and strengthening the organisation.
Joint Secretaries
* Kumar J. Laxman
* S. Seviloraja
* N. Velrajan
All three have been declared elected unopposed. They will assist with the association’s administrative responsibilities, member coordination, and organisational activities.
Executive Committee – 15 Members
Active Members – 9
* S. Arul Vincent
* M. Madheshwaran
* R. S. Saravanan
* J. Gopinath
* Rajesh Yadav
* K. Ravi Shankaran
* A. Shakthivel
* D. Srinivasan
* G. Ravindranath
Associate Members – 3
* S. Arunkumar
* R.Muthukkumaran
* S. S. S. Ravi Maran Shivan
### TV Media Members – 3
* Arunmozhi Varman
* Kalyana Sundaram (A) Akilan
* K. Ramesh
A Leadership Rooted in Cinematic Excellence
Every member of SICA’s newly elected leadership represents a professional community that has contributed to the development of Tamil cinema and television. Their collective experience spans cinematography, direction, technical innovation, and the evolving demands of image-making.
From the creative achievements of cinematographers and directors to the technical milestones achieved in widescreen filmmaking and green-screen production, the association’s members have helped expand the possibilities of visual storytelling.
The 2026–2029 term presents an opportunity to strengthen professional unity, encourage technological advancement, recognise the contributions of cinematographers and technicians, and prepare the fraternity for the future of filmmaking.
Heartiest congratulations to President S. Saravanan, General Secretary A. Ramesh Kumar, Treasurer M. Vetrivel, the Vice Presidents, Joint Secretaries, and all Executive Committee members.
May the new leadership guide SICA towards greater professional progress, and continued contributions to Indian cinema and television.
Article drafted by
CJ Rajkumar