A. Bhimsingh or Bhim Singh (1924–1978) was a film maker, producer, editor and writer . He was born on October 15, 1924. His film career started as an assistant editor with the film making duo Krishnan-Panju, in the late 1940s. His directorial debut was with Ammaiyappan (1954), he directed several movies thereafter. Encouraged by their success at the box office. He started his own production company Buddha Pictures and directed Pathi Bakthi. This movie established his place as a director. In his work he never tried to say anything contrary to the prevalent beliefs and traditions of his audience. His films mainly dealt with family relationships. He made a series of films all of which started with the Tamil

Tamil language

Tamil is a Dravidian language spoken predominantly by Tamil people of the Indian subcontinent. It has official status in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and in the Indian union territory of Pondicherry. Tamil is also an official language of Sri Lanka and Singapore...

 syllable 'pa' Pasamallar (1961), and Pavamannippu are notable among them.

Personal life

He was married to Sona, Sister of Krishnan-(Panju) and Thirumalai (mahalingam). He and Sona are survived by 8 children.one of whom is B. Lenin

B. Lenin

Lenin is a well-known editor, writer and director in Malayalam, Tamil and Hindi films. He is the son of yesteryears film maker, editor and director A. Bhimsingh. He has won National Film Award for Best Directing for the Tamil film Ooruku Nooruper in 2002 and National Film Award for Best Editing for...

 - a noted film editor and winner of many awards.

Filmography

• Iraivan Kodutha Varam (1978)
• Kai Pidithaaval (1978)
• Karunai Ullam (1978)
• Karunamayudu
  Karunamayudu
  Karunamayudu is 1978 Telugu language film directed by A. Bhimsingh and starring Vijayachander acted as Lord Christ.-Film as Basis for Evangelization in India:...
  
   (1978)
• Maattoli (1978)
• Mishiha Charithram (1978)
• Oru Nadigai Natakam Pakiral (1978)
• Vamsajyothi (1978)
• Amaanat (1977)
• Evaru Devudu (1977)
• Nee Vazha Vendum (1977)
• Nirakudam (1977)
• Sneham (1977)
• Yaaron Ka Yaar (1977)
• Bangaru Manishi (1976)
• Chiranjeevi (1976)
• Kanavan Manaivi (1976)
• Bhagyashalulu (1975)
• Raagam (1975)
• Sila Nerangalil Sila Manithargal
  Sila Nerangalil Sila Manithargal
  Sila Nerangalil Sila Manithargal is a 1975 Tamil film directed by A. Bhimsingh, based on the same-titled novel by Jayakanthan, starring Lakshmi, Sreekanth and Nagesh...
  
   (1975)
• Naya Din Nai Raat
  Naya Din Nai Raat
  Naya Din Nai Raat is a 1974 Bollywood drama film directed by A. Bhimsingh.In Naya Din Nai Raat Sanjeev Kumar reprised the nine-role epic performance by Sivaji Ganesan in Navarathiri , which was also previously reprised by Akkineni Nageswara Rao in Navarathri...
  
   (1974)
• Paadha Poojai (1974)
• Loafer (1973) (as A. Bhim Singh)
• Joroo Ka Ghulam (1972) (as A. Bhim Singh)
• Maa Inti Jyothi (1972)
• Maalik (1972) (as A. Bhim Singh)
• Sub Ka Saathi (1972)
• Gopi
  Gopi (1970 film)
  Gopi is a 1970 Hindi film produced by T S Muthuswami and S S Palaniappan, the film is directed by A. Bhimsingh. It stars Dilip Kumar, Saira Banu, Pran, Durga Khote, Farida Jalal, Johnny Walker, Lalita Pawar and Aruna Irani.-Plot Summary:...
  
   (1970)
• Oku Kutumbam (1970)
• Pathukappu (1970)
• Bhai Bahen (1969)
• Manishichina Maguva (1969)
• Aadmi (1968) (as A. Bhim Singh)
• Gauri (1968)
• Sadhu Aur Shaitaan (1968) (as A. Bhim Singh)
• Meharbaan (1967)
• Paladai (1967)
• Khandaan (1965) (as A. Bhim Singh)
• Pazhani (1965)
• Pachai Vilakku (1964)
• Pooja Ke Phool (1964)
• Paar Magale Paar (1963)
• Bandha Pasam (1962)
• Main Chup Rahungi (1962)
• Padaiththal Mattum Podhuna (1962)
• Parthal Pasi Theerum (1962)
• Pavithra Prema (1962)
• Rakhi
  Rakhi (1962 film)
  Rakhi is a 1962 Indian Bollywood drama film directed by A. Bhimsingh and starring Ashok Kumar, Waheeda Rehman, Pradeep Kumar and Mehmood. A major success, Kumar won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor for his performance and screenwriter K.P. Kottarakara won the Filmfare Award for Best Story...
  
   (1962)
• Senthamarai (1962)
• Palum Pazhamum (1961)
• Papa Pariharam (1961)
• Pasamalar
  Pasamalar
  Pasamalar is a 1961 film starring Sivaji Ganesan and Gemini Ganesan. The film was cast in 1961 and directed by A. Bhimsingh. This film is considered to be one of the greatest Tamil movies ever made. Stellar performances from Sivaji Ganesan and Savitri make this movie a pleasure to watch...
  
   (1961)
• Pava Mannippu
  Pava Mannippu
  Pava Mannippu is a 1961 Indian Tamil language film starring Shivaji Ganesan, M. R. Radha, Savitri, Gemini Ganesan and Devika -Plot:...
  
   (1961)
• Aai Phirse Bahar (1960)
• Kalathur Kannamma
  Kalathur Kannamma
  Kalathur Kannamma is a 1959 Tamil language film directed by A. Bhimsingh. This was the first movie that starred iconic Indian actor Kamal Haasan. Kamal Haasan entered the film world at the age of four and this movie won him the President’s Gold Medal. The film's cast includes Gemini Ganesan and...
  
  (1960)
• Mavoori Ammayi (1960)
• Padikkatha Methai (1960)
• Petra Manam (1960)
• Bhagapirivinai (1959)
• Ponnu Vilayum Bhoomi (1959)
• President Panchatcharam (1959)
• Sahodari (1959)
• Pati Bhakti (1958)
• Thirumanam (1958)
• Nane Raja (1956)
• Raja Rani (1956)
• Amaiyappan (1954)

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