Ganja Karuppu
Ganja Karuppu is an Indian actor who has predominantly appeared in comedy roles in Tamil cinema. After making his debut in Bala's '' Pithamagan'' (2003), Ganja Karuppu experienced success in the late 2000s with his roles in '' Raam'' (2005), ''Sivakasi'' (2005), ''Paruthiveeran'' (2007), ''Subramaniyapuram'' (2008) and ''Naadodigal'' (2009). Career Karuppu was introduced as an actor by director Bala in '' Pithamagan'' (2003) as a person who works in the ganja plantations. As a result of the role, he was thereafter credited in films as Ganja Karuppu. In the 2000s, he subsequently was regularly cast in rural films by directors, working on notable films including Ameer's '' Raam'' (2005) and ''Paruthiveeran'' (2007), Sasikumar's '' Subramaniapuram'' (2008), Samuthirakani's ''Naadodigal'' (2009) and Sargunam's ''Kalavani'' (2010). During the period, he was also cast in the second lead role in Chimbudevan's ''Arai En 305-il Kadavul'' (2008) alongside Santhanam, produced by ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Sivagangai
Sivaganga () is a city and headquarters of the Sivaganga district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Sivaganga is a rani velunachiyar kingdom of Tamil Nadu. It is an important city in this district for official and commercial purposes. Its nickname was Sivagangai Seemai. It's known for 16th-century Sivagangai Fort, with its located on City Centre. Inside the fort, the Rajarajeshwari Amman Temple features many ornate sculptures. Nearby, the Government Museum has prehistoric relics and natural history displays. The city is located at a distance of 48 km (30 mi) from Madurai and 449 km (279 mi) from the state capital Chennai. Sivaganga is administered by a municipality established in 1965. As of 2011, the municipality covered an area of and had a population of 40,403. The town is known for agriculture, metal working and weaving. The region around Sivaganga has considerable mineral deposits. Sivaganga comes under the Sivaganga assembly constituency which elects a member to the ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Arai En 305-il Kadavul
''Arai En 305-il Kadavul'' () is a 2008 Tamil-language fantasy comedy film directed by Chimbu Deven, who earlier directed ''Imsai Arasan 23rd Pulikecei'', starring Vadivelu. A remake of the 2003 Hollywood film '' Bruce Almighty'', the film stars Prakash Raj, Santhanam alongside Ganja Karuppu, Jyothirmayi, and Madhumitha. An ensemble supporting cast including Sampath Raj, Madhan Bob, Rajesh, M. S. Bhaskar, Periyar Dasan, and Ilavarasu appears in supporting roles. The movie is produced by Shankar's S Pictures. The music of the film was composed by Vidyasagar with cinematography by Soundarrajan and editing by Sasi Kumar. The storyline of the film was that the whole universe is a computer simulation controlled by a supercomputer and God is the one who has access to it. Upon the film's release on 18 April 2008, it received mixed reviews, along Santhanam's acting was praised by the critics. The film has also been dubbed in Telugu with the titie ''Gadi No.305 Lo Devudu''. Plo ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Chidambarathil Oru Appasamy
''Chidambarathil Oru Appasamy'' () is a 2005 Indian Tamil-language film. The film was directed by Thangar Bachan, and he also stars with Navya Nair. The film is a remake of ''Chinthavishtayaya Shyamala'' (1998). Plot Elangovan is a school teacher in Chidambaram who is a jack of all trades but master of none. He spends time with friends boozing, gambling, and trying out new businesses that always fail. His wife is Thenmozhi, and they have two daughters. Elangovan's father and father-in-law try to make him responsible towards his family, but he refuses to take up anything serious in life. On everyone's advice, Elangovan goes to Sabarimala after taking Vrath but returns to continue as Sanyasi without being the least bothered about his duties towards his family. Fearing his wife and relatives, he decides to join a mutt, but there also he is unable to sustain. In the meantime, Thenmozhi works hard to educate her children. She is mentally prepared to live without her husband when he re ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Thirudiya Idhayathai
''Thirudiya Idhayathai'' () is a 2005 Indian Tamil-language romantic action film written and directed by Murali Krishna. It stars producer Rohan Salian, Kunal and Shubha Poonja. The score and soundtrack for the film was by director Bharani. The film's title is based on a song from '' Paarvai Ondre Pothume'', also starring Kunal. Cast *Rohan Salian as Arun *Kunal as Ganesh * Shubha Poonja as Haritha * Brinda Parekh * Ramji as Victor * Nizhalgal Ravi *Ganja Karuppu *Fathima Babu *Seshu Production Rohan Salian, who had been best known for being the boyfriend of actress Sherin in the early 2000s, announced that he would produce and act in the film. Kunal was cast as another lead, marking his third collaboration with Murali Krishna after '' Paarvai Ondre Podhume'' (2001) and '' Pesadha Kannum Pesume'' (2002). Shubha Poonja worked on the film alongside her commitments for '' Machi'' (2004) opposite Dushyanth and the unreleased ''Shanmugha'' opposite Richard. Satisfied with her ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Nattarasankottai
Nattarasankottai is a village in Sivaganga district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Geography Nattarasankottai is located at . It has an average elevation of 75 metres (246 feet). Demographics As of 2001 India census, Nattarasankottai had a population of 5887. Males constitute 48% of the population and females 52%. Nattarasankottai has an average literacy rate of 72%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 79%, and female literacy is 66%. In Nattarasankottai, 11% of the population is under 6 years of age. Landmarks Kannathal temple The temple is managed by the village Nagarathars. The temple has Golden Kumbhams over the temple tower. The deity, Kannudaya Nayaki Amman alias Kannathal is seen with eight hands and has an (a percussion striking instrument) and in her hands. Her left leg stamps the Asura by name Mahishan. Vaikasi Visakam festival is celebrated for 10 days, and on the 8th day, the Goddess in the form of KaliattaKannathal decor ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Bharani (actor)
Bharani is an Indian actor who has appeared in Tamil language films. After making his debut in Balaji Sakthivel's college drama ''Kalloori'' (2007), he made a breakthrough with his role as an eccentric Madurai-based youngster in Samuthirakani's buddy film ''Naadodigal'' (2009). He has since appeared in leading and supporting roles in films including ''Thoonga Nagaram'' (2011) and '' Netru Indru'' (2014). Career Bharani made his acting debut through Balaji Sakthivel's coming-of-age college drama ''Kalloori'' (2009), where he played a supporting role alongside Tamannaah and Akhil. The film, produced by Shankar, won critical acclaim and created further offers for the leading actors. Bharani was then cast in Samuthirakani's buddy movie ''Naadodigal'' (2009), where he featured as an eccentric Madurai-based youngster along with Sasikumar and Vijay Vasanth. Bharani won critical acclaim for his performance, with Rediff.com noting "it is Bharani who takes the cake as the perfect friend" ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Kamal Haasan
Kamal Haasan (born 7 November 1954) is an Indian actor, filmmaker, screenwriter, playback singer, television presenter and politician who works mainly in Tamil cinema and has also appeared in some Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi, Kannada and Bengali language, Bengali films. He has been recognised as an influence for actors and filmmakers in the Tamil film industry. He is also known for introducing many new technologies and cosmetics to the Indian film industry. He has won numerous accolades, including four National Film Awards and 20 Filmfare Awards South, Filmfare Awards. He was awarded the Kalaimamani, Kalaimamani Award in 1984, the List of Padma Shri award recipients (1990–1999), Padma Shri in 1990, the List of Padma Bhushan award recipients (2010–2019), Padma Bhushan in 2014 and the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (''Chevalier'') in 2016. Haasan started his career as a child artist in the 1960 Tamil language, Tamil-language film ''Kalathur Kannamma'', for which he won the Rashtr ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Bigg Boss Tamil (Season 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 25 June 2017 to 30 September 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 was the runner-up, while the other finalists included Harish Kalyan, Ganesh Venkatraman and Bindu Madhavi. 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 Housemates Original entrants # Sri, an actor best known for playing the lead role in the films ''Vaz ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Dharma Durai (2016 Film)
''Dharma Durai'' is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language slice-of-life drama film directed by Seenu Ramasamy. The film stars Vijay Sethupathi with Tamannaah, Aishwarya Rajesh, Srushti Dange, Raadhika Sarathkumar, Ganja Karuppu and Rajesh in supporting roles. Produced by R. K. Suresh and featuring music by Yuvan Shankar Raja, the film began production in December 2015 and was released on 19 August 2016. Amongst other accolades, the film won a prize for Vairamuthu for Best Lyrics at the 64th National Film Awards. Plot Dharmadurai (Vijay Sethupathi) is the village drunkard. His antics are a constant source of embarrassment for his brothers and brother-in-law, who run a chit-fund business. The brothers lock him up partially dressed in an empty outhouse most of the time and thrash him whenever he tries to stand up to them. The only people who sympathise with Dharmadurai are his mother Pandiyamma (Raadhika) and his close friend Gopalaswamy ( Ganja Karuppu). One day, fed up of his antics, the ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Isai
''Isai'' () is a 2015 Indian Tamil-language musical psychological thriller film co-produced, written, directed and composed by S. J. Suryah, making his comeback as a director after a 10-year hiatus since 2005. The film stars himself in the lead role with debutant Sulagna in a female lead and Sathyaraj as the main antagonist. The story is about the tiff between Vetriselvan (Sathyaraj) and A. K. Shiva (Surya), the two music composers in the film industry. The film marked the debut of S. J. Surya, as a music director, with cinematography handled by Soundararajan and editing by K. M. Riyas. The project was announced on 2004, after the release of ''New'', with other two projects, which failed to materialize, and the film went on floors from 25 May 2012. The film which is touted to be of a new genre musical-thriller, released on 30 January 2015, to positive reviews from critics and ended up with commercial success at the box office. Plot Vetriselvan ( Sathyaraj) is an established ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Velmurugan Borewells
''Velmurugan Borewells'' is a 2014 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy film directed by Gopi M P and starring Mahesh, Ganja Karuppu, Aarushi and Ragasya. Cast * Mahesh as Ramesh *Ganja Karuppu *Aarushi *Ragasya as Dhanam *IT Arasan *Theepetti Ganesan * Pandi * Vengal Rao *Singamuthu *Manobala *Imman Annachi * O. A. K. Sundar *Mayilsamy * K. P. Jagan Production The film is directed by Gopi of '' Malayan'' fame. Comedian Ganja Karuppu turned producer with this film and bought a borewell truck for the film. Aarushi, who starred in ''Azhagan Azhagi'' (2013), worked on this film alongside another unreleased Mahesh-starrer ''Adhithalam''. Ragasya was cast opposite Ganja Karuppu. The film reportedly has a similar storyline to ''Lingaa'' (2014); however, director Gopi claims that this film's storyline is not inspired from that film. Soundtrack Music by Srikanth Deva. Ameer, Samuthirakani, AR Murugadoss and Karu Pazhaniappan attended the film's audio launch. Reception A ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Poraali
''Poraali'' () is a 2011 Indian Tamil language action thriller film written and directed by Samuthirakani, starring Sasikumar in the lead role. The film also featuring Telugu actor Naresh and Swati alongside Niveda Thomas, Vasundhara, Soori and Ganja Karuppu in pivotal roles, released on 1 December 2011. ''Poraali'' illustrates an astute fighter who can take on a large, greedy group. The film was dubbed in Telugu as ''Sangharshana'' and remade in Kannada as ''Yaare Koogadali''. Plot The story begins on a rainy night when Ilangkumaran and Nallavan escape from somewhere and enter Chennai with their past actions unclear. They settle at Pulikutti's residence and find jobs in a petrol bunk. Bharathi comes into Kumaran's life. Her initial wrong belief about him changes as soon as she knows his kindheartedness. Soon, love blooms between them. Kumaran, along with his friends, starts a venture, which grows fast. This makes Pulikutti give an advertisement in a magazine with their photo ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |