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Vaiyapuri
Vaiyapuri (born 23 October 1968 as Ramakrishnan) is an Indian actor who has worked in Tamil-language films. He rose to fame by appearing in supporting roles in the late 1990s and early 2000s, often portraying supporting comedic characters. His first major role was in Balu Mahendra's '' Raman Abdullah'' (1997), while his roles in films including '' Thullatha Manamum Thullum'' (1999), '' Gemini'' (2002) and Mani Ratnam's '' Raavanan'' (2010) also garnered him acclaim. Career In December 1986, Vaiyapuri moved from his hometown of Theni to Chennai hoping to become an actor in the Tamil film industry. Unable to immediately get a chance in films because of his skinny physical stature, he worked as a bearer at a hotel on Mount Road. Vaiyapuri's first break came through television serials on Doordarshan, where he notably worked on an adaptation of Sujatha's '' Kolaiyuthir Kalam''. He started his film career appearing as an extra and then in minor roles in films, before making a br ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bigg Boss Tamil 1
''Bigg Boss'' was the first season of the Tamil-language reality TV show ''Bigg Boss Tamil'' which is the Tamil version of the '' Big Brother''. The first season aired on Star Vijay from June 25, 2017 to September 30, 2017. The season's presenter was Kamal Haasan and a lavish house set was constructed at EVP theme park, Chennai. This season is the shortest season in the ''Bigg Boss Tamil'' series excluding the Ultimate series. The winner of the season was model/actor, Arav who received a cash prize of 50 lakh. Lyricist Snehan Sivaselvam was the runner-up. Snehan, Suja Varunee and Maria Juliana returned as contestants in ''Bigg Boss Ultimate'' season 1. While Bindu Madhavi returned as a contestant in ''Bigg Boss Non-Stop'' season 1 and eventually she won it. Housemate status Original entrants # Sri, an actor best known for playing the lead role in the films '' Vazhakku Enn 18/9'' (2012) and '' Maanagaram'' (2017). # Anuya Bhagvath, an actress best known for playing ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kadhal Palli
''Kadhal Palli'' () is a 1997 Indian Tamil language comedy drama film directed by Pavithran. The film stars Vignesh, Suvaluxmi, Vaiyapuri, Sukran and Jawahar, with Bhaskar Raj, Vichithra, Vinu Chakravarthy and Kumarimuthu playing supporting roles. It was released on 15 August 1997. Plot Balu, Palli, Gold, and Kandhan are small-time crooks in Ooty. They pose as tour guides and proceed to rob tourists. They are aided by the village belle, Mynaa, who gave them money and food. Balu finds the young women Uma in a container lorry. Uma is unfamiliar with the city, so she asks Balu to bring her to the restaurant and the hotel. His three friends then follow them and they are all removed from the restaurant and the hotel by the staff. The five eventually eat at a wedding function and subsequently sleep in the street. Afterwards, Uma seduces each of the four friends individually and promises them that she will marry them. The five spend time together and sleep in the same room. Th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mumbai Xpress (Tamil Film)
''Mumbai Xpress'' is a 2005 Indian black comedy film directed by Singeetam Srinivasa Rao and produced by Kamal Haasan. It stars Kamal Haasan himself in the lead role alongside Manisha Koirala. The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, while Siddharth Ramaswamy and Ashmith Kunder handled the cinematography and editing. The film was simultaneously shot in Tamil and Hindi. This was the first Indian censored movie to be filmed in digital format. The lead pair, as well as Sharat Saxena, Ramesh Aravind, Hardik Thakar, and Dheena, were retained for the Hindi version of the film; also, Vijay Raaz, Dinesh Lamba, Om Puri, Saurabh Shukla and Pratima Kazmi reprised the roles played by Pasupathy, Vaiyapuri, Nassar, Santhana Bharathi and Kovai Sarala in the Tamil version, respectively. Plot Three amateur thieves plot to kidnap the young son of wealthy Chettiar (Tamil) / Kishore Mehta (Hindi) from school. They do a trial run. However, on the eve of the kidnapping, Raju, whose job it is t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Raavanan (2010 Film)
''Raavanan'' is a 2010 Indian Tamil-language action-adventure film co-written, co-produced, and directed by Mani Ratnam. The film stars Vikram, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Prithviraj in the lead roles along with a supporting cast led by Karthik, Prabhu and Priyamani. It marked Rai Bachchan's return to Tamil after a decade, since '' Kandukondain Kandukondain'' (2000). The film follows the crux of the epic ''Ramayana'', with a ruthless cop named Dev Prakash Subramaniam, who is on a quest to find a tribal leader-turned naxalite named Veeraiya as he had kidnapped his wife Raagini and begins to develop emotions for Veeraiya after learning his purpose. ''Raavanan'' was announced in February 2008, amidst much hype of the celebrated director, Ratnam's return to Tamil films, whilst Vikram's and Rai Bachchan's casting creating more anticipation. Shooting began soon after, and took place in various locations with a record number of extras in areas including Chalakudy, Kerala and Ooty, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thullatha Manamum Thullum
''Thullatha Manamum Thullum'' () is a 1999 Indian Tamil-language musical romantic drama film written and directed by debutant S. Ezhil. It stars Vijay and Simran, while Manivannan, Dhamu and Vaiyapuri among others play supporting roles. The film is produced by R. B. Choudary of Super Good Films and has its music composed by S. A. Rajkumar and cinematography performed by R. Selva. ''Thullatha Manamum Thullum'' was released on 29 January 1999. The film received positive reviews and became a huge commercial success, winning three Tamil Nadu State Film Awards including second prize for Best Film and Best Actress (Simran). It was remade in Telugu as '' Nuvvu Vasthavani'' (2000), in Kannada as '' O Nanna Nalle'' (2000), in Bengali as '' Sathi'' (2002) , in Odia as '' I Love You'' (2004) and in Bhojpuri as ''Pyar Jab Kehu Se Hui Jala'' (2008). Plot The film starts with Kutty revealing, on a train journey from Pune to Hyderabad, that he just got out of jail after seven years ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gemini (2002 Tamil Film)
''Gemini'' () is a 2002 Indian Tamil-language crime action film written and directed by Saran with Pon Elango as assistant director. This film was produced by AVM Productions. The film stars Vikram in the main lead role, while Kiran Rathod, Murali, Kalabhavan Mani, Vinu Chakravarthy, Manorama and Thennavan portray significant roles. Based on gang wars in Chennai, the film delves into the lives of outlaws and the roles the police and society play in their rehabilitation and acceptance. In early 2001, rival gangsters "Vellai" Ravi and Chera reformed themselves with the patronage of a police officer. Saran was inspired by this incident and scripted a story based on it. Production began shortly afterwards in December the same year and was completed by March 2002. The film was shot mainly at the AVM Studios in Chennai, while two song sequences were filmed in Switzerland. The film had cinematography by A. Venkatesh and editing by Suresh Urs while the soundtrack was sco ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ullaasam
''Ullaasam'' () is a 1997 Indian Tamil-language romantic action film directed and co-written by the duo J. D.–Jerry and produced by Amitabh Bachchan. The film stars Ajith Kumar, Vikram and Maheswari with Raghuvaran, S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and Srividya in other pivotal roles. It was released on 23 May 1997 to mixed reviews. This is the only film where both Ajith and Vikram have acted together. Plot Arms trafficking crime boss JK is Dev's father and JK's neighbour, Thangaiah, a government bus driver is the father of Guru. As a child, Guru is drawn to JK's activities and begins following in his footsteps. One day, Guru witnesses JK committing a murder, but lies to the police about it, and JK takes him under his control, raising him as his protégé. Meanwhile, JK's biological son, Dev, is raised by his grandmother, who fears he'll follow in JK's footsteps. She requests Guru's mother to care for Dev and nurtures his interest in music. Thangaiah, saddened that his son Guru is di ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ilaya Ragam
''Ilaya Ragam'' () is a 1995 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by P. R. Devaraj, who previously directed ''Senthoora Poove'' (1988), his final film as director. The film stars newcomer Jothisankar and Sirisha. It was released on 1 December 1995. Cast Soundtrack The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja. A critic wrote that "Ilayaraja comes out with two pleasing numbers in ‘Naan onru kettaal’ (Arunmozhi and Chitra) and ‘Unnai naan sernthirukka’ (Mano and Chitra)". Reception D. S. Ramanujam of ''The Hindu ''The Hindu'' is an Indian English-language daily newspaper owned by The Hindu Group, headquartered in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was founded as a weekly publication in 1878 by the Triplicane Six, becoming a daily in 1889. It is one of the India ...'' wrote that "The undesirable effects ragging produces in higher educational institutions, mixed with a love story, forms the base for Pournami International's `Ilayaragam' wher ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mani Rathnam (film)
''Mani Rathnam'' is a 1994 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by K. Jayabalan. The film stars Napoleon, Anand Babu, Mohana and newcomer Chandini, with Vadivelu, Babloo Prithiveeraj, Jafar Azad and Vittal Prasad playing supporting roles. It was released on 2 November 1994. The film failed at the box office. Plot Rathnam (Napoleon) is a potter in his village and he is a short-tempered person. He has a sister Kavitha (Mohana) studying in the city. Rathnam finally marries his relative Thangamani (Chandini) who has been in love with Rathnam since her childhood. Sivalingam (Jafar Azad) is a wealthy and wicked man in his village, his son Nadarajan ( Babloo Prithiveeraj) is mentally ill. Sivalingam wants absolutely to build a factory in the village. Sivalingam already bought all the lands he needed in his village, he needs only one land : Rathnam's land which is near the temple. Rathnam refuses : he does not want to see the village temple being demolished by Sivalingam. When ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chellakannu
''Chellakannu'' is a 1995 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by N. Rathnam. The film stars Vignesh (actor), Vignesh and Yuvarani. It was released on 12 May 1995, and ran for over 100 days in theatres. Plot Chellakannu and Chandra are cousins, and they have loved each other since their childhood. Chandra then leaves the village for studying in the city and Chellakannu cannot forget her. When she is back, their family decide to marry them. Dhandapani, Chellakannu's father, is the village Panchayat headman. One day, he punishes Rajavel for his bad behaviour towards a woman. Rajavel and his father Kailasam decide to take revenge and to create a conflict between Dhandapani and Thangavel, Chandra's father. At the village Panchayat, Thangavel is punished by Dhandapani for a crime he did not commit, thus Kailasam and Rajavel succeed in their plan. A humiliated Thangavel cancels his daughter's marriage. He then becomes friends with Kailasam and Thangavel contests the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Papanasam (film)
''Papanasam'' () is a 2015 Indian Tamil-language crime thriller film directed by Jeethu Joseph, a remake of his 2013 Malayalam film ''Drishyam''. The film was jointly produced by Suresh Balaje and Rajkumar Sethupathi. It stars Kamal Haasan and Gautami, with Esther Anil, Asha Sarath and Roshan Basheer reprising their roles from the original film. Kalabhavan Mani, Nivetha Thomas and M. S. Bhaskar appear in supporting roles. The film tells the story of Suyambulingam, a middle-class cable TV operator, and his family. They come under suspicion when Varun Prabhakar, the son of the Inspector General Geetha Prabhakar, goes missing soon after sexually harassing Suyambulingam's elder daughter. The rest of the film reveals how Varun disappeared and what Suyambulingam does to keep his family from going to prison. The production work of ''Papanasam'' was undertaken by Suresh Balaje and George Pious. Music for the film was composed by Ghibran. Cinematography was by Sujith Vaassudev ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uttama Villain
() is a 2015 Indian Tamil-language comedy drama film directed by Ramesh Aravind and written by Kamal Haasan, who co-produced the film with Chandrahasan under Raaj Kamal Films International and N. Lingusamy and N. Subash Chandrabose under Thirrupathi Brothers. The film features an ensemble cast that includes Hassan, K. Viswanath, K. Balachander (in his posthumous film), Jayaram, Andrea Jeremiah, Pooja Kumar, Nassar, Parvathy Thiruvothu and Urvashi in prominent roles. In the film, a leading superstar, who is affected by a brain tumour and having a short time to live, approaches his mentor to direct his final film—a folklore-ish comedy about a man who keeps cheating death and his role in saving a kingdom—while also trying to sort out his personal relationship with his estranged son and illegitimate daughter. The film was officially announced in March 2014 with principal photography being commenced the same month and concluded by that August; filming took place in Ch ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |