The Kalaignar Memorial Digital Museum is a cutting-edge tribute to Thiru M. Karunanidhi, the former Chief Minister and revered leader of Tamil Nadu, affectionately known as Kalaignar. The museum, newly opened in February 2024, offers an immersive journey into his life, achievements, and enduring legacy through innovative digital displays and interactive exhibits. Created by Fusion VR, it features five distinct zones: the Kalaignar Express 7DX Train Simulator, 3D Holography, Interactive Quiz Station, Augmented Reality Selfie Booth, and an Immersive Cinema Hall with a curved screen for 80 viewers. Visitors can explore Kalaignar's impact on Tamil Nadu through hands-on experiences, making it a profound and interactive celebration of his legacy. Each exhibit is designed to engage multiple senses, from stunning 3D visuals to multisensory elements like sound and motion. The museum not only highlights his role in shaping modern Tamil Nadu but also his contributions to the social, political, and cultural fabric of India. It serves as a vibrant educational experience for visitors of all ages, bridging the past and future through technology.
The Kalaignar Express 7DX Simulation, housed in a train carriage-shaped pavilion, offers a uniquely immersive journey through the life of Leader Kalaignar, beginning at Tiruvarur Railway Station and traversing most of Tamil Nadu before reaching Chennai. This 10-minute, 3D animated experience is displayed on a 45-foot long, semi-circular multi-projection Stereoscopic 3D screen, powered by an advanced projection system with pixel-perfect 12K resolution at an astonishing 60 fps, ensuring sharp, vivid visuals and smooth motion. Spectators, seated in a realistic train coach with a capacity of 24, wear 3D glasses to witness Kalaignar Karunanidhi’s pioneering efforts in shaping modern Tamil Nadu. The experience is further enhanced by 7.1 surround sound for ambient effects and simulated train jerks and vibrations, covering the entire horizontal field of view, similar to a Virtual Reality (VR) experience. Multisensory effects, including seat movements, wind, drizzle, lightning, and even smells, stimulate the senses, creating an unforgettable, highly immersive storytelling experience for viewers of all ages.
Created by Fusion VR, this cutting-edge tribute brings one of the most iconic moments in Indian political history to life, blending technology and storytelling for an unparalleled immersive experience. With meticulous attention to detail, the recreation of Kalaignar’s historic moment ensures visitors not only witness history but feel a part of it. The Great Leader Kalaignar, who played a pivotal role in securing the right for state Chief Ministers to hoist the national flag on Independence Day, made history as the first person to address the public after the flag-hoisting ceremony at George Fort on August 15, 1974. This moment has been recreated in a pavilion overlooking the fort, using advanced 3D animation, motion capture, and holographic technology. Visitors experience a lifelike depiction of the 50-year-old Kalaignar delivering his historic speech, with his voice faithfully recreated. The immersive setting, enhanced by thematic lighting effects, highlights Kalaignar's significant influence in Indian politics, not only for Tamil Nadu but for all states, ensuring his enduring legacy is unforgettable for all audiences.
Within the pavilion, visitors are engaged by an interactive Touch-Wall that presents 10 captivating riddle-style questions about various facets of Kalaignar's life, including his public service, artistic contributions, and involvement in literature, cinema, and politics. Each question is designed to challenge the visitor’s knowledge in a fun and informative way, while providing deeper insights into the legendary leader’s contributions. This gamified encounter allows visitors to explore Kalaignar's remarkable achievements and welfare programs in an engaging, interactive manner. Answering the questions correctly triggers praise in Kalaignar's own voice, creating a personal connection and adding an emotional touch to the experience. The vibrant visual display combined with audio responses helps foster a deeper understanding of his lifelong dedication to the people of Tamil Nadu. The Touch-Wall is not only a source of education but also a memorable and entertaining activity for visitors of all ages, blending technology with storytelling to bring Kalaignar’s legacy to life.
In this pavilion, visitors are transported into a recreated setting of Kalaignar’s iconic room at his Gopalapuram residence, where he held meetings with great leaders, artists, and visitors. The room is meticulously designed to mirror the original, complete with an empty cushioned chair set against a backdrop of towering bookshelves that reflect his love for literature. Adding to the authenticity, a life-size statue of his mother stands nearby, offering a unique and deeply personal photographic opportunity. Using augmented reality (AR), an image of Kalaignar Karunanidhi appears seated in the chair, allowing visitors to experience the surreal moment of standing next to him. This technology creates an interactive environment where visitors can take selfies with the virtual Kalaignar, creating a timeless and personalized keepsake. Once captured, the photos can be instantly shared on mobile devices or printed on-site, providing visitors with a tangible memory of their visit. The recreation of this private room not only serves as a tribute to Kalaignar’s life but also as a platform for visitors to engage with history in a unique and intimate way, making it a truly memorable experience.
The state-of-the-art immersive cinema hall, designed and installed by Fusion VR, is one of the major attractions at the Kalaignar Memorial. It features a stunning 60-foot long, curved screen that offers a visually captivating experience. The screen, paired with six advanced projectors, creates a seamless panorama that envelops the audience, fully immersing them in the content. The 7.1 surround sound system enhances the experience with crystal-clear audio, perfectly complementing the vibrant visuals. Designed specifically to showcase a government-produced movie on Kalaignar’s life and achievements, the cinema hall seats up to 80 visitors. Every aspect, from vivid imagery to dynamic soundscapes, has been meticulously crafted to transport viewers into the narrative, offering an unforgettable experience. This immersive platform stands as a tribute to Kalaignar’s legacy, ensuring that his monumental contributions to Tamil Nadu will be remembered and experienced by future generations.
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