(This article is authored by Alar)

The upcoming Tamil film ‘LIC’ has a surprise guest appearance by none other than the Naam Tamilar Party coordinator Seeman. The political leader and actor is playing the role of the father of the protagonist, a farmer named Pradeep Ranganathan, who is fighting against the corporate exploitation of his land.

Seeman, who is known for his fiery speeches and staunch support for the Tamil cause, has reportedly agreed to do the role as a gesture of solidarity with the farmers’ struggle. He has already completed a four-day shooting schedule in Coimbatore and is expected to join the team again soon for the next phase of the shoot.

‘LIC’, which stands for ‘Life Insurance Corporation’, is a rom-com entertainer. The film is directed by Vignesh Shivan, who has previously helmed films like Kadhalum Kadanthu Pogum and Nanum Rowdy Than. The film features Pradeep Ranganathan, Krithi Shetty and SJ Suryah in the lead roles. 

The film also boasts of a stellar technical team, including cinematographer Ravi Varman and editor Pradeep E Ragav. The film is produced by Lalit Kumar of Seven Screen Studio, who had also backed Lokesh Kanagaraj’s blockbuster ‘Leo’.? Meanwhile, the film's first look is said to be unveiled on February 14, on the occasion to the Valentine day..