Ravichandran
Biography
Ravichandran was a Malaysian-Tamil film actor born on March 30, 1942, in Kuala Lumpur, Federated Malay, and he passed away on July 25, 2011, at the age of 69. He played lead hero roles in Tamil movies from 1964 to 1979 and later acted in supporting roles starting from 1986, in addition to directing a few films. He received the title of Kalaingnar Thilagham in many on-screen credits for films where he starred in the lead role, and he was also called Puratchi Kalaignar as referenced in the Tamil movie title scene of Anandha Bairavi. Before entering the cine-field while studying in Trichy, he acted in two dramas named AanaiyidungalAnna and Udhaya Suriyan, and after entering the cine-field, he acted in two dramas titled Mapplley Yen Magalaik Kadhali and That Man from Poonthamallee.
Career overview
Ravichandran was a Malaysian-Tamil film actor born on March 30, 1942, in Kuala Lumpur, Federated Malay, and passed away on July 25, 2011, at the age of sixty-nine. He played lead hero roles in Tamil movies from 1964 to 1979 and later acted in supporting roles starting from 1986. In addition to acting in films, he also directed a few movies. Throughout his career in lead roles, he was given the title of Kalaingnar Thilagham in many of his on-screen film credits, and he was also called Puratchi Kalaignar, as referenced in the Tamil movie title scene for Anandha Bairavi.
Before entering the cine-field while studying in Trichy, Ravichandran acted in two dramas named AanaiyidungalAnna and Udhaya Suriyan. After entering the film industry, he acted in two additional dramas entitled Mapplley Yen Magalaik Kadhali and That Man from Poonthamallee. Recognized in the industry for his extensive contributions to film and stage, his known credits include sixty-three entries as documented in his archival profile.
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Full Filmography
65 titles- Aadu Puli (2011) as Sabapathy
- Kanden Kadhalai (2009) as Anjali's Grandfather
- Adaikalam (2006)
- Thendral (2004) as Singara Velu Nayagar
- Thennavan (2003) as Azhagarsamy
- Pammal K. Sambandam (2002)
- Ramanaa (2002) as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu
- Annan Thangachi (1999)
- Maanaseega Kadhal (1999)
- Maanaseega Kadhal (1999) Director
- Maanaseega Kadhal (1999) Writer
- Maanaseega Kadhal (1999) Producer
- Arunachalam (1997) as Ammayappan
- Karnaa (1995) as ACP Deenadhayalan
- Pudhiya Mugam (1993) as Raja Rajeswaran's Sri Lankan Enemy
- Uzhaippali (1993) as Tamilazhagan's Father
- Sevagan (1992)
- Thanthu Vitten Ennai (1991)
- Manitha Jaathi (1991)
- Paattukku Naan Adimai (1990)
- Oru Thottil Sabadham (1989)
- Raja Chinna Roja (1989) as Bhaskar's uncle
- Chinnappadass (1989)
- Sattathin Thirappu Vizhaa (1989)
- Guru Sishyan (1988) as Rajamanickam
- Paasa Paravaigal (1988) as Thirugnanam
- Therkathi Kallan (1988)
- Poruthadhu Podhum (1988)
- Kadamai Kanniyam Kattupaadu (1987)
- Neethikku Thandanai (1987)
- Ondru Engal Jaathiye (1987)
- Paadu Nilave (1987) as Ramanathan
- Sattam Oru Vilaiyaattu (1987)
- Oomai Vizhigal (1986) as P.R.K
- Amman Kovil Kizhakale (1986)
- Kettimelam (1985)
- Thulli Odum Pulliman (1981) as Sastri
- Neeya? (1979) as Ravi
- Kavari Maan (1979) as Anand
- Sikharangal (1979)
- Janaki Sabatham (1975)
- Baghdad Perazhagi (1974)
- Akkarai Pachchai (1974)
- Manjal Kungumam (1973) as Raja
- Manjal Kungumam (1973) Producer
- Veettukku Vandha Marumagal (1973) as Shankar
- Aromalunni (1972) as Kannappanunni / Chandrappan
- Sakthi (1972)
- Puguntha Veedu (1972) as Sundaram
- Meendum Vazhven (1971) as Raju
- Nangu Suvargal (1971)
- Sabadham (1971) as Muthu
- Uttharavindri Ulle Vaa (1971) as Ravi
- Agnimrigam (1971) as Vijayan
- Kaadhal Jyothi (1970)
- Kaviya Thalaivi (1970)
- Sinehithi (1970)
- Malathi (1970)
- Moondrezhuthu (1968)
- Delhi Mapillai (1968)
- Athey Kangal (1967) as Bhaskar
- Naan (1967) as Sekar / Chinnaraja
- Madras to Pondicherry (1966) as Bhaskar
- Motor Sundaram Pillai (1966)
- Kadhalikka Neramillai (1964) as Ashok
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ravichandran best known for?
Ravichandran is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Pammal K. Sambandam (2002), Arunachalam (1997), Kaibutsu-kun (1980), Guru Sishyan (1988).
When and where was Ravichandran born?
Ravichandran was born on March 30, 1942 in Kuala Lumpur, Federated Malay States. They passed away on July 25, 2011.
How many credits does Ravichandran have?
Ravichandran has accumulated over 65 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1964 to 2011.
What is Ravichandran's background in cinema and television?
Ravichandran was a Malaysian-Tamil film actor born on March 30, 1942, in Kuala Lumpur, Federated Malay, and he passed away on July 25, 2011, at the age of 69. He played lead hero roles in Tamil movies from 1964 to 1979 and later acted in supporting roles starting from 1986, in addition to directing a few films. He rece...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Guru Sishyan (1988) as Rajamanickam — aged about 46
- Arunachalam (1997) as Ammayappan — aged about 55
- Neeya? (1979) as Ravi — aged about 37
- Pammal K. Sambandam (2002) — aged about 60
- Kadhalikka Neramillai (1964) as Ashok — aged about 22
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