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This research article examines the intricate dynamics of victimization and the perpetuation of caste-based discrimination as portrayed in the Tamil film Pariyerum Perumal B.A.B.L. Directed by Mari Selvaraj and produced by Pa.Ranjith. This film serves as a powerful critique of the deeply entrenched value systems that shape the behaviors and attitudes of individuals, particularly in the context of caste hierarchies in India. The study argues that victimizers, those who perpetuate violence and discrimination, are themselves victims of the value systems they have internalized over generations. These values, often seen as ethical by the individuals who hold them, are, in fact, responsible for creating and sustaining societal divisions. The article explores how Pariyerum Perumal B.A.B.L. illustrates the brutal realities faced by Dalits and highlights the psychological and emotional toll of systemic oppression. The protagonist, Pariyan, a Dalit law student, endures numerous humiliations and violent acts, which are emblematic of the broader societal challenges faced by marginalized communities. The film's narrative exposes the moral and ethical contradictions of those in power, revealing how their actions are driven by a distorted sense of superiority and entitlement. Through this cinematic lens, the article sheds light on the necessity of challenging and reevaluating these destructive value systems to foster a more equitable and humane society. The film's portrayal of the victim-victimizer relationship serves as a call to address the underlying causes of discrimination and to promote values that uphold human dignity.