A Study of Cultural Invasion: A Subaltern Perspective through the Movie Kabali

Abstract

This article concentrates on how cinema is used to spread an ideology. Indian cinema, known for its diversity and vibrancy, has witnessed several films that have left an indelible mark on both the industry and the audience. Among these, "Kabali" stands tall as a cinematic masterpiece that transcended regional boundaries and garnered international acclaim. The movie was released across the globe in July 2016. The challenges, problems, and daily battles of the subaltern classes are depicted clearly in this movie. The movie conveys to the audience that the "culture invasion" and the need for education must be extremely careful. It means that caste should be annihilated. This movie has visuals, images, symbols of culture and icons from the world's 'equal rights movements.' This film aims to legitimize their places in the mainstream media by the subaltern classes. Additionally, the movie exemplifies on how Malaysian Tamilians fight against Malaysian authoritarianism and the discrimination as they endure from China, as well as the internal splits of castes of Malaysia. The entire film expresses the togetherness of Tamilians. The structural use of semiotics in this film shall be discussed with respect to the subordinate classes.