Pugazh
Biography
Pugazhendhi, commonly known as Pugazh, is an Indian actor and comedian. He rose to fame after appearing on Star Vijay's Cooku with Comali.
Pugazh was born on 14 November 1990 in Cuddalore. He was educated at St. Joseph's High School and Sri Padaleswarar Secondary School in Thirupapuliyur. Pugazh married Benzi Riya in 2022
Pugazh grew to prominence after competing in Cooku with Comali. He is known for his mimicry and humour. Udhaya Raj of Baana Kaathadi fame helped Pugazh audition for Kalakka Povathu Yaaru, but was not cast. Undeterred, he worked as a computer serviceman at Vijay TV and later starred in Sirippu Da alongside Dheena. Following his later selection and success in Kalakka Povathu Yaaru, he was given the opportunity to participate in Cooku with Comali. He garnered success on the show resulting in several offers to act in Tamil films. He debuted in Sixer and has since starred in more movies like Cocktail,Sabhaapathy, and Etharkkum Thunindhavan.
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Career timeline
Full filmography
- Cooku with Comali (2019) as Self - Comali
- Cooku with Comali (2019) as Comali
- Kaithi (2019) as (uncredited)
- Yaanai (2022)
- Mustafa Mustafa (2026) as John
- Etharkkum Thunindhavan (2022)
- Goli Soda Rising (2024)
- Valimai (2022) as 'Success' Balu
- Om Kali Jai Kali (2025)
- DSP (2022) as Poovaali
- Agent Kannayiram (2022)
- August 16, 1947 (2023) as Thavudu
- Karungaapiyam (2023) as Tea Vendor
- Ayothi (2023) as Pandi
- Cocktail (2020) as Local Don
- Kasethan Kadavulada (2023) as Hacker
- Enna Solla Pogirai (2022)
- Sixer (2019) as Psychiatrist
- Desingu Raja 2 (2025)
- Sabhaapathy (2021) as Ramani
- Sotta Sotta Nanaiyuthu (2025) as Rocket
- Gentleman 2
- 4 Idiots
- Mr. Zoo Keeper (2025)