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Samuthirakani
P. Samuthirakani (born 26 April 1973) is an Indian actor and film director who works predominantly in Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam films. He worked as an assistant to director K. Balachander, in '' Paarthale Paravasam''. He won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor in 2016 for '' Visaranai'', he is also an recipient of three Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, a Filmfare Award and a SIIMA award Early life Samuthirakani was born on 26 April 1973 in Seithur, Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu. He did his B.Sc. in Mathematics from the Rajapalayam Rajus College and he also earned a Bachelor of Law from Ambedkar Law College. However, he aimed to become an actor. He has said that people used to tell him that he did not have the physical appearance or talent necessary to be an actor. Career In 1997, he joined as an assistant director under Sundar K. Vijayan. He was then noticed by K. Balachander and was recruited as assistant director for Balachander's 100th film '' Paarthale Parava ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Appa (2016 Film)
''Appa'' ( ''Father'') is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language independent drama film written and directed by Samuthirakani and Sasikumar plays a guest appearance. The film is a spin-off to the 2012 film '' Saattai'' and the second instalment in the film series. The film features Samuthirakani and Thambi Ramaiah reprising their roles from the previous film, while Namo Narayanan, Vignesh and Nasath play supporting roles. Featuring music composed by Ilaiyaraaja, the film began production in late 2015 and continued till March 2016. The film was released on 1 July 2016. The film was remade in Malayalam as '' Aakashamittayi'' (2017) with Jayaram playing the main lead. Plot Dhayalan, Singaperumal and Nadunilayan live in the same community in a town near Neyveli, Tamil Nadu. They are expecting the arrival of their respective children and they all have different perspectives on child-rearing. Dhayalan makes his wife go for a traditional delivery at home, while Singaperumal instructs the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Nimirndhu Nil
''Nimirndhu Nil'' () is a 2014 Indian Tamil-language action drama film written and directed by Samuthirakani featuring Ravi Mohan (then known as Jayam Ravi) in a dual role, and Amala Paul. It was produced by KS Sreenivasan's Vaasan Visual Ventures. The film's soundtrack and background score were composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar. Ravi Mohan played a revolutionist for a social cause. The film, which was simultaneously made in Telugu as '' Janda Pai Kapiraju'' with Nani in place of Jayam Ravi, released on 8 March 2014 and received mostly positive reviews. The film was also dubbed into Hindi as ''Daring Mard'' in 2014. In 2015, the Telugu version of the film was also dubbed into Hindi as ''Lion The King''. Plot Aravindan Sivasaamy is a 26-year-old youth who was brought up in an ashram run by Harichandra. The atmosphere that he grew taught him high moral values, disciplines, dignity and devotion. However, when he comes out of the place, his belief and learning is questioned by ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Naadodigal
''Naadodigal'' () is a 2009 Indian Tamil-language action drama film written and directed by Samuthirakani and produced by S. Michael Rayappan of Global Infotainment. The film stars Sasikumar along with Vijay Vasanth and Bharani, while Ananya and Abhinaya made their debut in Tamil cinema and Malaysia-based Shanthini Deva enacting the lead female roles and Ganja Karuppu playing a pivotal role, providing comical relief. The plot focuses on a trio who attempt to unite their friend with his lover against the wishes of all families involved, and at heavy cost to themselves, only to realize that the lovers separate after a short while. Cinematography was handled by S. R. Kathir, songs composed and score by Sundar C Babu, editing done by A. L. Ramesh, stunt co originated by Dhilip Subbarayan, dance choreography Dinesh, produced designed by R. K. Vijay Murugan and lyrics written by Vaali, Na. Muthukumar, Kabilan and Yugabharathi. The film released in June 2009, garnering highly ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Poraali
''Poraali'' () is a 2011 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film directed by P. Samuthirakani and produced by M. Sasikumar. The film stars Sasikumar, Allari Naresh, Swathi Reddy, Nivetha Thomas, Vasundhara Kashyap, Soori and Ganja Karuppu. ''Poraali'' was released on 1 December 2011, and became a commercial success. The film was dubbed in Telugu as ''Sangharshana'' (2011) and remade in Kannada by the same dirctor as ''Yaare Koogadali'' (2012). Plot Ilangkumaran "Kumaran" and Nallavan escape from a mental asylum on a rainy night and settle down in Chennai at Pulikutti's house under funny circumstances. Kumaran and Nallavan find a job at Indian Oil petrol bunk and their good nature receive good friends, where they soon organise a service. Kumaran meets his neighbour Bharathi, who dislikes him first, but falls for his kind-hearted nature. Nallavan also meets Tamizhselvi at the petrol bunk and falls in love with her. Things change when Pulikutti advertises Kumaran and Nall ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Visaranai
''Visaranai'' () is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language crime drama film written and directed by Vetrimaaran. It is based on the novel ''Lock Up'' by M. Chandrakumar. The film stars Dinesh, Anandhi, Samuthirakani, Aadukalam Murugadoss, Kishore, Pradheesh Raj, and Silambarasan Rathnasamy. The film deals with the lives of two men before and after being thrown into a kafkaesque scenario in which they get tortured for confession. Vetrimaaran later told that, in the beating sequences in the film, the actors were really beaten (which was criticized by some of the foreign media and a member of Golden Globes during the film's Oscar campaign), and all of them had to undergo counselling sessions. The film premiered in the Orizzonti (Horizons) section of the 72nd Venice Film Festival, where it won the Amnesty International Italia Award. The film was released in India on 5 February 2016 and received critical acclaim from both critics and audience but faced controversy regarding its portrayal o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Unnai Charanadaindhen
''Unnai Charanadaindhen'' is a 2003 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Samuthirakani, in his directoral debut starring Venkat Prabhu, S. P. B. Charan and Meera Vasudevan. It was produced by Charan's Capital Film Works and features a soundtrack composed by his father S. P. Balasubrahmanyam. Although the film was made on a small budget and fetched critical acclaim upon release, also winning two Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, Charan has said that it was not a profitable venture. Samuthirakani later directed the Telugu remake ''Naalo'' (2004), with Charan reprising his role. Plot Nandha and Kannan are dearest of friends. While Kannan is goofy, fun-loving and naïve; Nandha is somber, serious and responsible. He takes the onus of taking care of Kannan and helping him in all ways which makes Kannan absolutely devoted to Nandha. Teja is in love with Nandha and he reciprocates. Enters Bobby, a well-to-do, sophisticated, intelligent and responsible girl who falls in l ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Velaiilla Pattadhari
''Velaiilla Pattadhari'' (), popularly referred to as ''VIP'', is a 2014 Indian Tamil-language comedy drama written and directed by Velraj, in his directorial debut, and produced by Dhanush, who also enacts in the lead role alongside Amala Paul, Vivek, Saranya Ponvannan, Samuthirakani and Surbhi. It is the predecessor to '' Velaiilla Pattadhari 2'' (2017), which was directed by Soundarya Rajinikanth; replacing Velraj. The film follows Raghuvaran "Raghu," an unemployed graduate, who tries to overcome various obstacles before and after finding employment. Dhanush, besides acting, producing and distributing the venture in association with Escape Artists Motion Pictures, also worked as the lyricist and album producer on the film's original soundtrack. The film's album and score were composed by Anirudh Ravichander.The stunt department of this movie was handled by Hari Dinesh. Principal photography commenced in August 2013 and was completed by May 2014, with the film being shot ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Anni (TV Series)
''Anni'' () ( Sister in law) is a 2001-2003 Tamil-language soap opera, starring Malavika Avinash, Subhalekha Sudhakar, Sriman, Deepak Dinkar, Prem and among others. Jaya TV and ran for 639 episodes. K. Balachander wrote the story and produced the show. The episodes were directed by Samuthirakani. Re-Telecast Jaya TV started airing the repeat telecast of the show from 25 November 2019. It currently airs Monday to Friday at 8 pm IST Cast * Malavika Avinash as Angayarkanni Muthaiya (Anni) * Subhalekha Sudhakar as A. Ramanathan (Anni's father-in-law) * Prem as Muthaiya (Anni's husband) * Sriman as Nilakandan * Deepak Dinkar as Babu (Muthaiya's second youngest brother) * Soumya as Chitra Murali * T. V. Varadarajan as Doctor * Kuyili as Thenmozhi * Revathi Sankaran as Kamala (Ramanathan's elder sister) * V. S. Raghavan as Alavandan (Ramanathan's father) * Santhoshi as Monika * Kavithalaya Krishnan as Subbaiya (Bhaskar's uncle) * Vaishnavi as Anjali * M. Bhanumathi M ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Sandamarutham
''Sandamarutham'' () is a 2015 Tamil-language action thriller film directed by A. Venkatesh which has R. Sarathkumar in dual roles and who also written the story of the film. This is his first time playing dual roles of the hero and villain. The film also has Oviya, Meera Nandan, and Samuthirakani in supporting roles. The film, produced by Radhika, commenced shooting from May 2014 and was released on 20 February 2015. Plot The movie begins with an investigation of a girl who has been dead along with a small vessel. That small vessel is actually a weapon as it contains explosive chemicals (a bomb named "Ophalaska") with its changing colours. Now comes the quarreling and fight between two gangs, in which one gang is headed by Sarveshwaran. He lives in Kumbakonam along with his men. Another scene opens in Pollachi, where Sarveshwaran's doppelganger Surya is an unemployed youth. He lives in a bungalow with his joint family. He is in love with his cousin Maha. Surya sees a metal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
National Film Award For Best Supporting Actor
The National Film Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role is an honour presented annually at India's National Film Awards ceremony by the National Film Development Corporation of India (NFDC), an organisation set up by the Indian Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. A national panel appointed annually by the NFDC selects the actor who has given the best performance in a supporting role within Indian cinema. The award is presented by the President of India at a ceremony held in New Delhi. Since the 70th National Film Awards, the name was changed to "Best Actor in a Supporting Role". The winner is given a "Rajat Kamal" (Silver Lotus) certificate and a cash prize of . Including ties and repeat winners, the government of India has presented a total of 32 Best Supporting Actor awards to 29 different actors. Although Indian cinema produces films in more than 20 languages, the actors whose performances have won awards have worked in one or more of seven major languages: Hindi (18 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Poi (film)
''Poi'' () is a 2006 Indian Tamil language, Tamil-language romance film directed by K. Balachander in his 101st and final film as a director. Produced by Prakash Raj, the film starts Uday Kiran (in his Tamil debut) and Vimala Raman (in her acting debut), while Geetu Mohandas, Prakash Raj, Adithya Menon, and Avinash Yelandur, Avinash play supporting roles along with the director in a guest appearance. The music was composed by Vidyasagar (composer), Vidyasagar with cinematography by Biju Viswanath. The film was released on 22 December 2006. Plot Valluvanar (Avinash Yelandur, Avinash) is an upright political leader in Tamil Nadu who is much respected for his honesty and uprightness, and he refuses to compromise on this trait, even when his only son Kamban (Uday Kiran) finds himself in jail for no fault of his. The opposition party takes advantage of the situation and bails out Kamban, who joins the party, much to his father's embarrassment. The media laps it up, sensationalising ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Paarthale Paravasam
''Paarthale Paravasam'' () is a 2001 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by K. Balachander, for whom this was his 100th film. It was produced by Balachander's home banner Kavithalayaa Productions and stars Madhavan and Simran in the lead roles alongside Raghava Lawrence and Sneha. The film's music was composed by A. R. Rahman, whilst A. Venkatesh was cinematographer. It tells the story of a couple going through a break-up after the husband is exposed for having had a child from a juvenile relationship. It also shows the introduction of love interests for the couple, and if they reconcile, forms the crux of the plot. ''Paarthale Paravasam'' released on 14 November 2001 to mixed reviews and became a commercial failure, even though soundtrack was praised. Plot Madhava is a doctor, and a single appearance in a film as an actor has made him the heartthrob of thousands of girls. But he decides not to continue with his film career since he promised to his late father to de ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
