Maran also known as Ghilli Maran (4 June 1972 – 12 May 2021) was an Indian actor and singer who primarily featured as a comedian in films.

Personal life

He was born to Naagammal and Nagappan, in Naththam, Chengalpet district. He has 2 sisters and 4 brothers. He was married to Clara Manimaran and the couple have a daughter, Nivya Angel.

Career

He made his big-screen debut in the 2002 film ''

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'', playing a minor role. He then played the role of a kabaddi player in

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's directorial ''

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'' (2004) which became a box office success. He is known for playing the role of Vijay's friend in the sports drama film. Maran's performance as a henchman in ''

Thalainagaram ''Thalai Nagaram'' () is a 2006 Indian Tamil-language action crime film written and directed by Suraj and produced by V. Ravichandran. The film stars Sundar C and Jyothirmayi, while Vadivelu, Prakash Raj, Bose Venkat, Judo. K. K. Rathnam, and K. ...

'' was also lauded by audience where he featured alongside veteran comedian

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. He was seen posthumously in film ''

Sarpatta Parambarai ''Sarpatta Parambarai'' (), known more simply as ''Sarpatta'', is a 2021 Indian Tamil-language period sports action film directed by Pa. Ranjith, who also co-produced the film under his banner Neelam Productions, along with Shanmugam Dhakshanara ...

'' and ''

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''. In addition, he had also performed gaana songs at concerts at his home town.

Filmography

*''All films are in Tamil, unless otherwise noted.''

Death

Maran died on 12 May 2021 at the age of 48 due to

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. He underwent treatment at the Chengalpet Government Hospital where he was hospitalized two days prior to his death.

References

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