Shanmugasundaram
Biography
Shanmugasundaram was a male Indian actor whose career was centered on supporting roles in Tamil‑language cinema. He was born on 1 January 1939 in Tamil Nadu, India, and was known professionally by the stage name சண்முகசுந்தரம். Over the course of his career he accumulated a total of 57 credited appearances, all listed under the category of acting. The publicly available record notes that he remained active primarily in film rather than television, and his work was recognized for its contribution to the Tamil film industry. Shanmugasundaram passed away on 15 August 2017 at the age of 78.
Career overview
Shanmugasundaram (stage name சண்முகசுந்தரம்) was born on 1 January 1939 in Tamilnadu, India. He was a male actor whose career was centred on the Tamil film industry. Over the course of his life he appeared in a total of 57 credited productions, as recorded by the Motion Picture Database. He died on 15 August 2017 at the age of 78.
The actor is described as having worked mainly in supportive roles within Tamil cinema. His body of work reflects a consistent presence in the supporting cast of a wide variety of films, contributing to the narrative depth and character texture that such roles provide. By appearing in numerous productions, Shanmugasundaram helped to sustain the ensemble nature of Tamil filmmaking, offering reliable performances that complemented lead actors and enriched storylines. His career, documented through fifty‑seven known credits, illustrates the importance of character actors in the regional industry.
According to the publicly available database, Shanmugasundaram’s professional profile lists acting as his primary occupation and identifies him as a male performer. The record of fifty‑seven credits underscores a substantial body of work for a supporting actor in regional cinema. His contributions are recognized within the industry’s archival resources, where his name appears alongside other professionals who have shaped Tamil film narratives through character roles.
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- Kabadi Bro (2023)
- Rajavum 5 Koojavum (2022)
- Appathaava Aataiya Pottutaanga (2021) as Chokalingam
- Kaadhal Munnetra Kazhagam (2019)
- Bodha (2018)
- Anbanavan Asaradhavan Adangadhavan (2017)
- Achamindri (2016)
- Chennai 600028 II: Second Innings (2016) as Sports minister
- Trisha Illana Nayanthara (2015) as ticket collector
- Massu Engira Maasilamani (2015) as Ghost
- Onbadhule Guru (2013)
- Biriyani (2013) as Kasi Vishwanathan
- Kalakalappu (2012) as Minister Sundaram
- Goa (2010)
- Thamizh Padam (2010) as Shanmugam
- Saroja (2008)
- Chennai 600028 (2007) as Sports minister
- Rightaa Thappaa (2005)
- Karagattakkari (2005)
- Ninaikkatha Naalillai (2001)
- Doubles (2000)
- En Sakhiye (2000) as Shanmugam
- Nee Varuvai Ena (1999)
- Ethirum Pudhirum (1999)
- Unnai Thedi (1999)
- Marumalarchi (1998) as Land broker
- Pongalo Pongal (1997) as Pichandi, Subramani's Father
- Themmangu Paattukaaran (1997)
- Vetri Vinayagar (1996) as Goundalya Muni
- Nattupura Pattu (1996)
- Diya Aur Toofan (1995) Screenplay
- Subramaniya Swamy (1994)
- Koyil Kaalai (1993) as Murugesan
- Manikuyil (1993) as Ramasamy
- Udan Pirappu (1993)
- Annamalai (1992) Dialogue
- Kaaval Geetham (1992)
- Villu Pattukaran (1992)
- Pangali (1992)
- Thangamana Thangachi (1991)
- Namma Ooru Mariamma (1991)
- Mounam Sammadham (1990)
- Kizhakku Vasal (1990)
- Karagattakaran (1989)
- Poovizhi Raja (1988) Story
- Navagraha Naayagi (1985)
- Padikkatha Pannayar (1985)
- Vellai Pura Ondru (1984)
- Ellam Un Kairasi (1980) as Ellappan
- Unnai Suttrum Ulagam (1977)
- Uzhaikkum Karangal (1976)
- Dasavatharam (1976) as Prince Namachi
- Pattampoochi (1975)
- Kalam Vellum (1970) as Narasingam
- Lakshmi Kalyanam (1968)
- Karnan (1964) as Shalliyan
- Ratha Thilagam (1963) as Chinese military officer