A light man who goes by the name Manimaaran says he will go on a fast unto death strike at Valluvar Kottam, Chennai if he doesn’t get compensation for his medical expenditure that he incurred 10 years ago. Manimaaran worked as a light man in Mani Ratnam’s Guru.
When we spoke to Manimaaran on this issue, he said, “In 2006 during Guru’s shoot, I was affected by a blood-related infection. Since then, I have been trying to get a compensation for my medical expenses. But sadly I have not got any money from either the Lightmen Association or from Mani Ratnam’s team.
I even sued the Lightmen Association and got favourable decision from the court. But to even get back my claim amount of 2 lakh rupees, Raman (Secretary - Lightmen Association) asked 20,000 as a bribe. For the past 10 years, it is only my family that is taking care of me. Now I have made up my mind, if I am not going to get back my money, I will commit suicide in front of Mani Ratnam’s house.”
We will get in touch with Mani Ratnam’s team and also with Raman and update their thoughts regarding this issue soon. Stay tuned!