The Production Team

Ghirija managed the production in both Australia and India with the support of Raging Bull Actors Studio. Refer to Profile for further details on Ghirija

Kalaiyarasan R is an experienced actor and administrator with over 10 years in film and television production. He has played lead and character roles in films such as Kavan, First Nights, KD Engira Karuppudurai, and the Tamil Rockers Web Series. As the Administrator at Raging Bull Actors Studio since 2016, Kalaiyarasan manages operations, trains actors, and oversees production. He also served as the Line Producer for the studio's feature film First Nights and supervises video production for the ShootTheCat YouTube channel. With a strong background in script analysis, editing, and production coordination, he excels in organizational and communication skills, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and on time.

Sethuraman is a passionate filmmaker, trained actor, and administrator at Raging Bull Actors Studio. A dedicated storyteller, he has earned recognition for his short film Nizhal Thedum Vidhai, which won awards at the Mokkho, Kollywood, and Tamizhagam International Film Festivals. With a strong foundation in acting and filmmaking, Sethuraman is committed to nurturing talent and sharing his expertise with aspiring artists. Beyond his creative pursuits, he takes pride in organizing events that connect students with industry veterans, fostering inspiration and growth within the acting community.

Tharmeega Manimaran is a Canadian-born Eelam Tamil artist with a diverse background in film and theatre acting, Bharatanatyam, and Koothu. She completed her arangetram in 2017 under the tutelage of Guru Smt. Padmini Anand in Canada, a disciple of Padmashri Adyar K. Lakshman. Tharmeega has performed Bharatanatyam at notable events such as the Toronto International Dance Festival and the World Tamil Conference (FeTNA) in Chicago. Deeply passionate about Tamil history and its rich artistic traditions, Tharmeega has also pursued training in the traditional Tamil folk art of Koothu. She has portrayed historic characters on stage, including Ariyapoomalai in Kaathavarayan Koothu and Sakunthalai in Sakunthalai. While completing her bachelor’s degree at McMaster University, Tharmeega was approached for film roles and has since acted in several Tamil film projects, including Thayakam, Neelira, and Sem Mann.

Devy Singh is an aspiring cinematographer and Photographer. He has filmed several music videos and conducted photography for serveral emerging musicians. He has been heavily involved in the Australian portions of Sem Mann. Devy joined the production as a Production Assistant, bringing with him a photographer’s eye and a deep appreciation for visual storytelling. Though new to film, he naturally gravitated toward the rhythms of set life, supporting the team with attentiveness and creative intuition. With a background in photography that informs how he sees light, composition, and emotion, this project marks his first step into narrative filmmaking — and a growing passion for the collaborative energy behind the camera.

Rebecca Margaret Hines is an award-winning producer and HMUA with extensive experience across film, theatre, and music videos. With a dynamic career spanning over 40 years, she has contributed to more than thirty-six film projects—from shorts to features, live TV, and series—bringing her deep expertise in producing and production management to every set. Her theatre background is equally rich, covering plays, dance, and costuming through her long-standing involvement with theatre workshops and dance schools. Recently expanding into music videos, Rebecca has taken on producing, wardrobe design, and hair and makeup for three projects. Known for her strengths in communication, administration, and organization, she excels at both launching new productions and rescuing stalled ones to bring them across the finish line. Her accolades include The Grand Scheme (2017) with 42 national and international awards, Who Needs the Guy (2021), which garnered multiple wins including Best Comedy Film and selections at prestigious festivals, and That’s Right (2024), recently accepted into the Melbourne Lift-Off and Melbourne Underground Film Festivals.

Nivethinie is an emerging filmmaker with a growing foundation in set production. She’s worked as a production assistant on multiple shortfilms and projects, supporting directors and crew members in bringing their creative visions to life. Beyond crew work, Nivethinie has scripted and directed an ad for a startup masala company, and she’s currently developing her own short films and shortform storytelling content for social media, handling all aspects from writing and directing to shooting and editing. Passionate about visual storytelling, Nivethinie brings a collaborative spirit, reliability, and a growing creative voice to every project she’s part of.

Jack Prabhu is a South Indian actor, writer, and renowned acting coach, best known for his transformative work at Raging Bull Actors Studio in Chennai. With a deep-rooted belief in the Stanislavski method, Jack emphasizes method acting that mirrors real-life behavior, guiding students to authentically embody their characters by drawing from personal experience. His teaching approach encourages aspiring actors to explore life beyond the classroom—through travel, culture, and human connection—to better understand the emotional complexity required on screen. As an avid traveler, Jack integrates his global experiences into his pedagogy, enriching his students’ craft with diverse perspectives. He also produced and co-directed First Nights, Raging Bull’s debut feature film—a critically acclaimed four-part anthology that showcased the talents of his own students and earned accolades at international film festivals.

Navneeth KR is a Associate Director | Casting & Production Specialist | Documentary Filmmaker within the Tamil film industry. With a robust foundation in filmmaking and business administration, Navaneeth Kr stands out as a multifaceted professional in the Tamil film industry. Holding a Master's in Business Administration and a Diploma in Filmmaking, he seamlessly blends creative vision with strategic insight. As an Associate Director, Navaneeth has been instrumental in various media projects, encompassing feature films, advertising campaigns, corporate films, documentary productions, and stage shows. His deep understanding of script development and adept team coordination have consistently contributed to the success of these ventures. Beyond his professional endeavors, Navaneeth is passionate about exploring diverse cultures through travel and channels this inspiration into his scriptwriting. His commitment to storytelling and production excellence continues to shape the evolving landscape of Tamil cinema.

Denver Anthony Nicholas is a self trained stage performer, who started his career in the year 1999 as a dancer. In his early years, Denver had the opportunity to work on an intensive international project with an American Choreographer, Wendy Jhelen. In 2022 he co-founded Poochu’s Productions with a team of 16 members and is responsible for creating a platform that has been a stepping stone for close to 50+ individuals by staging 32 productions in a span of 36 months.

Dakshana Rajaram - Drawn towards performing arts during her early years, theatre stayed close always. An artist whose curiosity drives her passion to do more in any plausible capacity, Daksh as part of Poochu’s productions is the curator of Shensemble - India’s first all women anthology for theatre. Dakshana finds herself in constantly in pursuit of all things art and has an undeniable strong sense of belonging to the stage - on and off it.