Udhayabhanu Maheswaran (born February 21, 1970), known by his stage name Udhay Mahesh, is an Indian actor and director. He directed two

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films: '' Naalai'' (2006) and '' Chakkara Viyugam'' (2008). As an actor, he is best known for his portrayal of Vishwanathan in the

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series ''

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''. His portrayal of the character Chellam in ''

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'' received social media attention and acclaim.

Career

Udhayabhanu made his directorial debut with '' Naalai'' starring

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and Madhumitha, film introduced cinematographer

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as an actor. The film, a gangster subject was released in 2006 to mixed reviews and became average grosser. He again directed Natraj in '' Chakkara Viyugam'', a crime thriller which was completely shot around

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. The film was briefly delayed due to Natrajan's cameraman assignments and also crew complained the behaviour of film's actress

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. The film was released in 2008 to mixed reviews. As an actor, he played a small role in critically acclaimed '' Moodar Koodam''. His portrayal of IT company Country Head Vishwanathan in

series ''

'' had received critical acclaim and gained accolades from audience.

Filmography

As director

As writer only

*'' Yahaan'' (2005) (Hindi) *''

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'' (2018)

As actor

;Web series *''

'' (2021) (Hindi) as Chellam *''

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'' (2023) (Hindi) as Chellam (

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) *''

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'' (2023) (Tamil) as Ayya ;Television *'' Agni Paravai'' *''

'' - Vishwanathan *'' Pagal Nilavu: Andal Azhagar Adutha Thalaimurai''- Sakthivel *'' Mouna Raagam'' - Manohar

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