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Sudhandhiram
''Sudhandhiram'' () is a 2000 Tamil-language crime action film directed by Raj Kapoor and produced by K. R. Gangadharan. The film stars Arjun and Rambha while Raghuvaran, Raadhika and Sharat Saxena play supporting roles. It is a remake of the Hindi film ''Ghulam'' (1998) which itself is based on the 1954 American film ''On the Waterfront''. Plot Vishwa is a ''goonda'' and an aspiring boxing champion. He does the typical ''goonda'' jobs (like scaring a batsman of the local cricket club to make sure he becomes out) for Sopraj, the local ''dada''. He is usually bailed out by a lawyer Padmini, who believes that there is still good in him and he just needs to be given another chance. Sopraj is aiming to build a colony in the area after vacating the people already living there. Vishwa's brother Raghu, is an accountant on Sopraj's payroll. Love blossoms between Vishwa and Divya, the girlfriend of the head of a local gang. When a social worker Vikram intrudes in the affairs of Sopr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Raj Kapoor (Tamil Film Director)
Raj Kapoor (born 15 August 1958) is an Indian film director and actor, who has worked predominantly in Tamil cinema. He introduced cinematic techniques in his Tamil serial ''Nandini'' causing a huge hype in south Indian film industry. He has also appeared as a supporting actor in Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada films. Career Raj Kapoor started his cinema career as an assistant director to Film director C. V. Sridhar one of the legends of golden period of Tamil cinema. Later became an independent film director for ''Thalattu Ketkuthamma'' (1991). He is known for films like Prabhu-Khushbu’s ''Uthama Raasa'' (1993) and Ajith-Simran’s ''Aval Varuvala'' (1998). He went on to direct other films like Ajith-Meena's ''Anantha Poongatre'' (1999), Arjun's ''Sudhandhiram'' (2000) and ''Vambu Sandai'' (2008). After making his debut as an actor in ''Thalaimurai'' (1998), Raj Kapoor announced his intentions of continuing to act in films ahead of prioritizing directorial work. During t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ghulam (film)
''Ghulam'' () is a 1998 Indian Hindi-language action film, directed by Vikram Bhatt, and starring Aamir Khan and Rani Mukherji in lead roles. It is a remake of Vishesh Films' first production '' Kabzaa'' (1988), starring Sanjay Dutt, in turn inspired by Elia Kazan's ''On the Waterfront'' (1954). ''Ghulam'' released on 19 June 1998, and was a commercial success at the box office. At the 44th Filmfare Awards, ''Ghulam'' received 6 nominations, including Best Film, Best Director (Bhatt) and Best Actor (Khan), and won Best Scene of the Year. The film was remade in Tamil in 2000 as ''Sudhandhiram''. Plot Siddharth "Siddhu" Marathe is a Mumbai tapori, a boxing champion. His brother, Jai Marathe, is the manager and right-hand man for Raunak "Ronnie" Singh, a former boxing champion who ostensibly runs a travel agency, but in reality rules the local community by terrorising people and stealing money from innocent merchants. Other than his boxing practice, Siddhu leads a relati ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Neena (Tamil Actress)
Neena (born 2 October 1981, in Chennai) is an Indian actress who has appeared in the Tamil film industry. Beginning her career as a child artiste, the actress won critical acclaim for her performance in '' Vidukathai'' (1997) and later appeared in other Tamil films. Career After making a debut as the younger version of Anju's character in Vasanth's ''Keladi Kanmani'' (1990), Neena appeared in Selva's serial drama, ''Neela Mala''. Despite garnering offers to star in films, Neena refused several chances to appear in leading roles, before signing on to star in K. Balachandar's production '' Vidukathai'' (1997) directed by Agathiyan Agathiyan (born 18 August 1952; ) is an Indian film director, screenwriter, producer, lyricist, and actor. He was the first director in Tamil cinema to win the National Film Award for Best Direction for ''Kadhal Kottai'' (1996). For the film, he .... Her performance in the film won critical acclaim upon release, with a reviewer noting her "acting is e ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ranjith (actor)
Ranjith is an Indian actor who appears in Tamil and Malayalam language films. Acting career After completing a course in acting, Ranjith made his acting debut in 1993 with ''Pon Vilangu'', directed by K. S. Rajkumar, was produced by R. K. Selvamani and he acted alongside Rahman, Sivaranjani and Ramya Krishnan. The critic K. Vijayan of ''New Straits Times'' praised Ranjith's acting citing that "Ranjith, despite his big build, impresses in his debut performance." The next year, he acted the lead role in the rural drama ''Sindhu Nathi Poo''. In 1996, he appeared in Minor Mappillai as the second lead and in ''Avathara Purushan''. In 1997, he appeared in a guest appearance in Cheran's ''Bharathi Kannamma'' which was a critical and commercial success. In the start of 1998, Ranjith played as an antagonist in ''Maru Malarchi'' opposite Mammooty, the film was released to critical acclaim and he won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Villain for his role. Subsequently, he was ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ponnambalam (actor)
Ponnambalam (born 11 November 1963) is an Indian actor and stuntman who has predominantly appeared in Tamil language films. He is best known for playing antagonistic roles in Indian films during the 1990s, notably appearing in films such as ''Nattamai'' (1994), '' Muthu'' (1995) and ''Amarkalam'' (1999). Later in his career, Ponnambalam also appeared in a few leading roles, while also taking up the mantle of director and producer. Career Ponnambalam made his debut in cinema as a stuntman, and often appeared as an extra fighter in films, starring in minor roles in films including '' Apoorva Sagodharargal'' (1989) and ''Michael Madana Kama Rajan'' (1990). As a result of his proficiency as a stuntman, he later received the nickname "Spare Parts" Ponnambalam as no part of his body was ever injured or fractured. He made a breakthrough as an actor following the success of P. Vasu's ''Walter Vetrivel'' (1993), and subsequently starred in several prominent Tamil films in the 1990s in vi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Salim Ghouse
Salim Ahmad Ghouse (10 January 1952 – 28 April 2022) was an Indian film, television and theatre actor, theatre director, and martial artist. He has acted in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and English films. Early life Salim Ghouse was born in Chennai. He studied at the Christchurch School and the Presidency College in Chennai. He was also a graduate of the Film and Television Institute of India, Pune. Career Salim Ghouse is known for his role in the TV series '' Subah'' and for playing Rama, Krishna and Tipu Sultan in Shyam Benegal's TV Series ''Bharat Ek Khoj''. He has also worked in TV serial ''Wagle Ki Duniya''. In 1989, he portrayed the villain in the Tamil film ''Vettri Vizhaa'', directed by Pratap Pothen as the rival to Kamal Haasan. He starred alongside Mohanlal in the classic Malayalam movie ''Thazhvaram'', directed by Bharathan. In 1993 he did a villain role in Mani Ratnam's film ''Thiruda Thiruda'', and also acted alongside Madhuri Dixit and Shahrukh Khan in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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 ''Thulladha 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 breakthr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mahendran (actor)
Mahendran is an Indian actor who works in Tamil and Telugu language films. He started acting at the age of 3 and has appeared in over 100 films in six languages as a child actor, a record in India. He is a recipient of two Nandi Awards and two Tamil Nadu State Film Awards. In 2013 he played the lead in ''Vizha'', which was his breakthrough as an adult actor. Career Mahendran made his debut with K. S. Ravikumar's ''Nattamai'' (1994). He twice won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Child Artist, for ''Thaikulame Thaikulame'' (1995) and ''Kumbakonam Gopalu'' (1998). He also twice won the Nandi Award for Best Child Actor, for ''Devi'' (1999) and ''Little Hearts'' (2001). He also appeared on the Sun TV dance show ''Masthana Masthana'' as a participant in 2009. The actor made his breakthrough as a hero when he starred alongside Malavika Menon in ''Vizha'' (2013), directed by Barathi Balakumaran. The film is based on the award-winning short film ''Uthiri'', and portrays the l ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sharat Saxena
Sharat Saxena (born 17 August 1950) is an Indian actor who appears in Hindi films along with Telugu, Malayalam and Tamil films. He has acted in more than 250 Bollywood films. Saxena started his career in the early 1970s and has mainly played supporting roles. He has starred in some of the most successful films of Hindi cinema like '' Mr. India'', ''Tridev'', '' Ghayal'', '' Khiladi'', ''Ghulam'', '' Gupt: The Hidden Truth'', ''Duplicate'', ''Soldier'', ''Baghban'', '' Fanaa'', ''Krrish'', '' Ek Hi Raasta'' (1993), Bajrangi Bhaijan and many more. His performances in these films have established him as one of the best supporting actors in Bollywood. He played the role of Kichaka in the television serial ''Mahabharat''. He is well known for his role of ''Daaga'' in the Hindi movie, '' Mr. India'' and ''Totla Seth'' in the popular comedy movie ''Phir Hera Pheri'' . He was also nominated for Filmfare Best Villain Award for ''Ghulam'' (1998). Early life Sharat Saxena was born on 1 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rambha (actress)
Rambha (born Vijayalakshmi; 5 June 1976) is an Indian actress. In a career spanning of almost two decades, Rambha had appeared in more than 100 films across eight regional languages, predominantly in Telugu and Tamil, in addition to Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi along with few Bengali, Bhojpuri and English films. She was one of the prominent actresses in India in the 90s and 2000s. Early life and background Rambha was born as Vijayalakshmi in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh on 5 June 1976 into a Telugu family.References for the subject's ethnicity: She did her schooling at Atkinsons Senior Secondary School, Vijayawada. While she was studying in her seventh standard, she acted as ''Ammavaru'' (Mother Goddess) for her school's Annual Day competition. The event had been attended by director Hariharan who stayed in contact and later introduced her as the female lead in Malayalam film, '' Sargam''. Her first on-screen name was Amrutha, which she later changed as Rambha after the characte ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Raghuvaran
Raghuvaran Velayutham (11 December 1958 – 19 March 2008) was an Indian actor who predominantly acted in films made in South India. He has acted in more than 200 Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi films. According to the ''Hindustan Times'', "The actor had carved a niche for himself with his special style and voice modulation." He played the protagonist of a Tamil soap opera, ''Oru Manidhanin Kadhai'', about a well-to-do man who becomes an alcoholic. He received critical acclaim for his role as Father Alphonso in the Malayalam movie '' Daivathinte Vikruthikal'', directed by Lenin Rajendran and based on M. Mukundan's novel of the same name. Raghuvaran's six-song music album, composed and sung by him, were officially released by actor Rajinikanth and the album was received by actress Rohini and Raghuvaran's son Rishi Varan. Personal life He was born as the eldest among four children in 1958 at Kollengode in Palakkad district in Kerala. He was the grandson of Mr. N. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Babloo Prithiveeraj
Babloo Prithiveeraj (born 29 November 1965) is an Indian actor, who has appeared in Tamil, Telugu and Kannada language films. Career Prithveeraj made his acting debut as a child artiste and featured in films including ''Naan Vazhavaippen'' (1979), under the stage name of Babloo. He made a comeback as an actor in the 1980s by acting in some low budget Malayalam movies before starring in ''Vaaname Ellai'' directed by K.Balachander. He then started acting in negative roles in movies like ''Aval Varuvaala'' before entering tele serials. In the 2000s, he played crucial roles in the serials ''Ramany vs Ramany'' and the supernatural thriller ''Marma Desam'', both directed by Naga. These serials gained him a breakthrough, while he also hosted the show ''Savaal'' in Jaya TV. He then appeared as transgender goon Ganga in Raadhika’s serial ''Arasi'', before continuing to act further in the serials ''Raja Rajeshwari'' and ''Vani Rani''. As film offers became less frequent, Prithveeraj s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |