In a recent incident, a man named Murugan in Madurai court has filed a case against Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj. Urging the court to conduct psychological tests on him due to his movie ‘LEO’ portraying violence, riots, and drugs. The petitioner argues that ‘LEO’ sets a worrisome precedent by showcasing illegal activities, over speeding, and criminal behavior.
This situation prompts questions about the targeting of movie directors: why suggest psychological tests for Lokesh while action movie directors like Sandeep Vanga, Prashanth Neel, or Boyapati Srinu aren’t held similarly accountable? If ‘LEO’ allegedly has such a negative societal impact, what about the influential roles of parents, teachers, and family members in shaping values from a child’s early years? Shouldn’t their influence be considered alongside the impact of action and crime genre movies?