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Tamil Film Parking Grabs Spotlight with 3 National Awards: A Raw Tale of Ego, Power, and a Parking Lot

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In a big win for Tamil cinema, the critically acclaimed thriller Parking has clinched three major accolades at the 71st National Film Awards. The film, which stirred up conversations when it quietly dropped in December 2023, has now roared back into the spotlight — and for all the right reasons.

The Government of India announced the full list of winners on Friday, and Parking emerged as one of the biggest surprises. It’s now streaming on JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium — a good time as any to catch up.

A Triple Crown for Parking

It’s rare for a debut film to sweep at the National Film Awards. Yet Parking, directed by first-time filmmaker Ramkumar Balakrishnan, did just that. It didn’t just win Best Film in Tamil. It also bagged Best Supporting Actor for veteran performer MS Bhaskar and Best Screenplay Writer for Balakrishnan himself.

For a film that arrived with minimal fanfare, the post-release acclaim has been deafening. And the awards? They seal the deal.

What makes this achievement more striking is how intimate the film feels — a contained story, mostly set inside an apartment complex, that ends up saying a lot about human nature.

parking tamil film harish kalyan ms bhaskar poster wikimedia

The Storyline Hits Closer Than You Think

At its heart, Parking is deceptively simple. A young IT employee, Eshwar, moves into a residential complex with dreams and a brand new car. But there’s a catch: his elderly downstairs neighbor Ilamparuthi, played by MS Bhaskar, already treats the parking space like it’s his personal property.

The spark is small. The fire, massive.

As the two men — from vastly different generations — clash over the slot, the story spirals into darker, almost absurd depths. What starts as a quiet turf war morphs into a psychological battle laced with tension, pride, and stubborn masculinity.

What Makes Parking Stand Out?

A lot of films talk about ego, conflict, and the male psyche. But Parking shows it. And it does so without judgment, sensationalism, or side-taking.

What makes it click?

  • The realism: No over-the-top villainy or heroism. Just men who let their emotions spiral.

  • The screenplay: Smartly structured, every moment feels like it’s ticking toward something bigger.

  • The performances: Harish Kalyan brings a slow burn intensity, but it’s MS Bhaskar who steals the show.

Bhaskar’s Ilamparuthi is not a caricatured cranky old man. He’s layered — bitter, proud, occasionally remorseful. He’s you, he’s me, he’s anyone who’s ever let their pride get the better of them.

Why MS Bhaskar’s Win Matters So Much

If you’ve followed Tamil cinema at all, you’ll know MS Bhaskar is no newcomer. He’s been delivering scene-stealing performances for years. But he’s rarely front and center.

This win? It’s overdue.

Playing Ilamparuthi, Bhaskar shows just how much pain, pride, and regret a single look can carry. There’s a moment in the film — no spoilers — where he says nothing but says everything. That’s acting that goes beyond dialogue.

And awards committees clearly noticed.

Streaming Now — and Still Relevant

Despite being released in late 2023, Parking feels very now. Maybe it’s the political climate. Maybe it’s the urban housing crises. Maybe it’s just how familiar this sort of spat feels to anyone who’s ever lived in a shared space.

It’s on JioHotstar through OTTplay Premium. And it’s not alone.

Alongside Parking, you can now stream other 71st National Film Award winners like:

  • Hanu-Man

  • Sam Bahadur

  • Baby

That’s a pretty solid lineup for a weekend binge.

Parking Lot Problems and the Men Who Fight Them

The brilliance of Parking lies in its metaphor. It’s not just about a concrete parking space. It’s about personal space. Ownership. Territory. Respect.

And men? Oh, they fight for these things like it’s war.

Here’s where it hits the hardest: you don’t see a villain here. You see two people stuck in their own heads. The older man sees change as a threat. The younger man sees resistance as injustice. Neither is entirely right. Neither is entirely wrong.

But ego doesn’t care about nuance.

What’s Next for Director Ramkumar?

Balakrishnan has already moved on to his next project. And it’s got some serious buzz.

His upcoming film, tentatively titled STR 49, stars none other than Silambarasan (STR) in the lead. It also features Santhanam and Kayadu Lohar, and is being produced by Dawn Pictures. The music? Scored by rising composer Sai Abhyankkar.

The anticipation is high. And thanks to the success of Parking, expectations are even higher.

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On Friday, the Government of India announced its 71stNational Film Awards list, and the 2023 Tamil film Parking made a remarkable feat by bagging three awards. This includes the Best Film in Tamil, Best Supporting Actor for MS Bhaskar, and Best Screenplay Writer for director Ramkumar Balakrishnan. A critically acclaimed film, Parking is available for streaming on JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium. If you have not watched the film so far, then this is the perfect time to watch the thriller drama with a unique screenplay. Watch Parking, along with other National Film Award winners like Hanu-Man, Sam Bahadur, Baby, with OTTplay Premium right now subscribe crown image Subscribe to Watch Why National Film Award-winning Parking is a must watch on OTT Ad Parking, which released in December 2023, is helmed by director Ramkumar Balakrishnan in his debut. The film stars Harish Kalyan and MS Bhaskar in the lead roles. Available on JioHotstar to stream via OTTplay Premium, Parking bagged three National Film Awards at the 71st National Film Awards, including Best Supporting Actor, Best Screenplay Writer, and Best Film in Tamil. Also read: 71st National Film Awards: Parking actor MS Bhaskar reacts to winning Best Supporting Actor Male | EXCLUSIVE If you haven’t watched Parking yet, then this is the time you should visit it. The thriller drama film revolves around a young IT employee Eshwar and a much-older Ilamparuthi. As the latter lives on the ground floor, and had so far used the parking lot to his luxury, the young Eshwar's new purchase in form of car irks the man. The neighbours who kicked off on a friendly note, soon turn sour towards each other, as the parking lot becomes an issue of contention between the two. What makes Parking a unique attempt is how it explores the male psyche and egoistic nature of individuals. The film attempts and smartly manages to show how trivial issues like in this case a parking lot is enough to trigger the animal within humans, and take them to the extent of extracting horrible revenge. Ramkumar Balakrishnan, who has written the film as well, smartly builds the tension building as it escalates to a new level with the two men competing against each other in terms of evilness. The film also rings in with a believability factor, and deep dives into the egoistic male psyche of men from different generations, without standing out as a sore thumb. National Film Award winners to watch ParkingParking While Harish Kalyan flawlessly portrays the angry young man caught in a turmoil between his ego and self-respect, it is MS Bhaskar’s Ilamparuthi that comes out as a revelation. It is no new fact that MS Bhaskar is a prolific actor whose contribution to cinema in supporting roles, have shaped up his career. But as an old Ilamparuthi, who is tripped by ego more often, and realising its effects, to seek redemption, the veteran outdoes himself in the most spectacular way. At times when Tamil cinema mostly concentrates on protagonists who are young and thriving, Parking makes a refreshing take by showing a much-older man significantly contributing to the story. Undoubtedly, it is both Harish Kalyan and MS Bhaskar who shoulder Parking, a film which is done intricately, honestly, and refreshingly. What is Parking director’s next film? Ramkumar signed his sophomore directorial starring actor Silambarasan in the lead role. Tentatively called STR 49, the film also stars Santhanam and Kayadu Lohar. It is produced by Dawn Pictures and has music by Sai Abhyankkar. FAQs Q. Who are Parking movie National Film Award winners? A. Parking won three awards at 71st National Film Awards, including Best Tamil Film, Best Supporting Actor for MS Bhaskar, and Best Screenplay for director Ramkumar Balakrishnan. Q. Who all are part of cast of 2023 film Parking? A. Harish Kalyan and MS Bhaskar play the lead roles in Parking along with Indhuja Ravichandran, Rama Rajendra, Ilavarasu. Q. What is Parking movie story? A. Parking is explores the male egoistic psyche of two men who fight over a parking lot

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