Coimbatore, Sept. 18 -- Actor Ranjith participated in the Vinayagar Chathurthi procession organised by the Hindu Munnani in the Flower market, Coimbatore.

While addressing the gathering, Ranjith stressed the significance of art, sharing that it helps unite people of the nation.

Speaking at the event, Ranjith said, "Art should unite people without discrimination based on caste or religion and contribute to creating a better society."

He recalled that street plays, films and songs were earlier used to convey messages of social harmony, questioning whether contemporary cinema continues to convey such messages said films in the past emphasised the importance of keeping families united.

The actor alleged that some films today portray peopl...