Thennavan is an Indian actor who has appeared in supporting roles. After making his debut in

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's ''

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'' (1990), the actor was recognised for his work in ''

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'' (2002) ''

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'' (2004) and ''

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'' (2003).

Career

After graduating from Sarvajana High School, Coimbatore in 1984, Thennavan moved to Chennai to pursue a career in films. Thennavan made his acting debut in

's 1990 film ''

'', portraying a secondary lead role. He won critical acclaim for his performance as Kai in Saran's ''

'' (2002), and has since been credited in films as Kai Thennavan. Playing a sidekick to Vikram's titular character,

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gave him a positive review writing "he does a convincing job" and "his penetrating stare takes care of the expressions." The success of the film, saw

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pick him to play a role in ''

'', for which he also received positive reviews. Thennavan then played the lead role in an experimental film, '' Ayul Regai'' (2005), winning critical acclaim for his portrayal of a man on the verge of depression. A critic praised his contribution to the film, noting with "a wiry frame, unkempt hair and large eyes, he fits the role perfectly." He has since been seen in supporting roles in films including ''

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'' (2012) and '' Naan Than Bala'' (2014).

Filmography

Television

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Thennavan Living people Male actors from Tamil Nadu Male actors in Tamil cinema 1966 births People from Coimbatore