Sathyaraj
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Sathyaraj is a Tamil
film actor and media personality in Chennai
, Tamil Nadu
, India. A Tamil activist
and a political influence, he has acted in over 150 films, ranging from action and drama to comedy. In 2007, he played the role of Periyar E. V. Ramasamy
in the Tamil Nadu government-sponsored film Periyar
. As of 2007, he has produced one film, which was Lee
, starring his son Sibiraj
. He has also directed a movie Villadhi Villain
starring himself in three different roles which also starred actress Nagma
. He is considered to be one of the most versatile actors in the Tamil film industry.
. Sathyaraj completed his primary school education in Tamil
at St Mary's Convent
, Coimbatore
. He completed the equivalent of the tenth standard in Suburban High School, Ramnagar, Coimbatore
. Later he joined the Government Arts College, Coimbatore
and completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Botany
. Actor Manivannan
was a co-student in PUC (Class 12 Junior college
), and the two began a friendship while there. Sathyaraj is married to Maheswari and the couple have a son and a daughter. His son Sibiraj
is an actor. Actor Sathyan
is his nephew.
and producer
Thiruppur Manian. He joined the drama troupe of Komal Swamynathan. Sathyaraj's first film was Kodugal Illaatha Kolangal, where he had an uncredited role. Later he worked as production manager for the film Kannan Oru Kaikkuzhanthai. In addition to his managerial role, he also had a small acting part in the film. He acted in around 75 films from 1978 to the mid 1980s most of which featured him in negative roles.
His first full-fledged leading role came through the film Kadamai Kanniyam Kattupaadu
(1987), produced by the actor Kamal Hassan. Of late he has been doing supporting roles in Tamil films.
. He frequently expresses his views about God in his movies. Due to this motivation, he also acted in the movie called Periyar
in the lead role.
Tamil people
Tamil people , also called Tamils or Tamilians, are an ethnic group native to Tamil Nadu, India and the north-eastern region of Sri Lanka. Historic and post 15th century emigrant communities are also found across the world, notably Malaysia, Singapore, Mauritius, South Africa, Australia, Canada,...
film actor and media personality in Chennai
Chennai
Chennai , formerly known as Madras or Madarasapatinam , is the capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, located on the Coromandel Coast off the Bay of Bengal. Chennai is the fourth most populous metropolitan area and the sixth most populous city in India...
, Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu is one of the 28 states of India. Its capital and largest city is Chennai. Tamil Nadu lies in the southernmost part of the Indian Peninsula and is bordered by the union territory of Pondicherry, and the states of Kerala, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh...
, India. A Tamil activist
Tamil activism
Articles on Tamil activism:*Tamil ethnic nationalist activism:**anti-Brahminism** Self-respect movement** Dravidar Kazhagam*Tamil linguistic activism** Tanittamil Iyakkam** Anti-Hindi agitations...
and a political influence, he has acted in over 150 films, ranging from action and drama to comedy. In 2007, he played the role of Periyar E. V. Ramasamy
Periyar E. V. Ramasamy
Erode Venkata Ramasamy , affectionately called by his followers as Periyar , Thanthai Periyar or E. V...
in the Tamil Nadu government-sponsored film Periyar
Periyar (film)
-External links:**...
. As of 2007, he has produced one film, which was Lee
Lee (film)
Lee is a Tamil language film released on 17 February 2007. The film starred Sibiraj, Prakash Raj and Nila in the lead roles. The film was produced by noted actor and Sibiraj's dad, Sathyaraj and directed by Prabu Solomon.- PLOT :...
, starring his son Sibiraj
Sibiraj
Sibiraj is an actor and the son of famous Tamil film actor Sathyaraj . He did his schooling in Don Bosco, Egmore and went to Loyola College, Chennai.- Film career :...
. He has also directed a movie Villadhi Villain
Villadhi Villain
Villadhi Villain is a 1995 Tamil film directed by Sathyaraj starring himself in three distinct roles. Nagma and Radhika play his love interets.-Cast:* Sathyaraj* Nagma* Radhika* Goundamani* * -External links:*...
starring himself in three different roles which also starred actress Nagma
Nagma
Nandita Morarji better known as Nagma . At her peak in the 1990s, The Hindu stated that she "dominated Telugu and Tamil cinema" with her movies Killer, Gharana Mogudu, Kadhalan, Baashha and many others...
. He is considered to be one of the most versatile actors in the Tamil film industry.
Early life and family
Sathyaraj was born as Rangaraj in 3 October 1954 to Subbaiah and Nathambal, with two younger sisters. He claims to be a great fan of M. G. RamachandranM. G. Ramachandran
Maruthur Gopalan Ramachandran , popularly known by his initials , was an Indian film actor, director, producer and politician....
. Sathyaraj completed his primary school education in 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...
at St Mary's Convent
Convent
A convent is either a community of priests, religious brothers, religious sisters, or nuns, or the building used by the community, particularly in the Roman Catholic Church and in the Anglican Communion...
, Coimbatore
Coimbatore
Coimbatore , also known as Kovai , is the second largest city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is a major commercial centre in Tamil Nadu and is known as the "Manchester of South India"....
. He completed the equivalent of the tenth standard in Suburban High School, Ramnagar, Coimbatore
Coimbatore
Coimbatore , also known as Kovai , is the second largest city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is a major commercial centre in Tamil Nadu and is known as the "Manchester of South India"....
. Later he joined the Government Arts College, Coimbatore
Coimbatore
Coimbatore , also known as Kovai , is the second largest city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is a major commercial centre in Tamil Nadu and is known as the "Manchester of South India"....
and completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Botany
Botany
Botany, plant science, or plant biology is a branch of biology that involves the scientific study of plant life. Traditionally, botany also included the study of fungi, algae and viruses...
. Actor Manivannan
Manivannan
Manivannan is a popular Tamil actor and director. With over 400 films to his name, Manivannan is one of the most experienced actors in the field. He normally plays the role of a dad or a senior comedian.- Background :...
was a co-student in PUC (Class 12 Junior college
Junior college
The term junior college refers to different educational institutions in different countries.-India:In India, most states provide schooling through 12th grade...
), and the two began a friendship while there. Sathyaraj is married to Maheswari and the couple have a son and a daughter. His son Sibiraj
Sibiraj
Sibiraj is an actor and the son of famous Tamil film actor Sathyaraj . He did his schooling in Don Bosco, Egmore and went to Loyola College, Chennai.- Film career :...
is an actor. Actor Sathyan
Sathyan (actor)
Sathyan is a Tamil film actor and comedian. He is the only son of veteran producer, Madhampatty Sivakumar and is the nephew of noted actor Sathyaraj, whilst Sibiraj is his cousin...
is his nephew.
Career
Sathyaraj entered the film industry after witnessing the shooting of the film Annakkili, where he met actor SivakumarSivakumar
Sivakumar is a Tamil cinema actor who has portrayed a wide range of character roles onscreen. Sivakumar was introduced in the Tamil movie Kaakum karangal which was produced by AVM Productions....
and producer
Film producer
A film producer oversees and delivers a film project to all relevant parties while preserving the integrity, voice and vision of the film. They will also often take on some financial risk by using their own money, especially during the pre-production period, before a film is fully financed.The...
Thiruppur Manian. He joined the drama troupe of Komal Swamynathan. Sathyaraj's first film was Kodugal Illaatha Kolangal, where he had an uncredited role. Later he worked as production manager for the film Kannan Oru Kaikkuzhanthai. In addition to his managerial role, he also had a small acting part in the film. He acted in around 75 films from 1978 to the mid 1980s most of which featured him in negative roles.
His first full-fledged leading role came through the film Kadamai Kanniyam Kattupaadu
Kadamai Kanniyam Kattupaadu
Kadamai Kanniyam Kattupaadu is a Tamil film starring Sathyaraj in the lead role of the protagonist. The film revolves around the story of an honest and straightforward Tamil Nadu police officer and his life. The story of the film is an adaptation from I. V. Sasi's Malayalam film Aavanazhi. The...
(1987), produced by the actor Kamal Hassan. Of late he has been doing supporting roles in Tamil films.
Ideology
Sathyaraj is a devout follower of Periyar E. V. RamasamyPeriyar E. V. Ramasamy
Erode Venkata Ramasamy , affectionately called by his followers as Periyar , Thanthai Periyar or E. V...
. He frequently expresses his views about God in his movies. Due to this motivation, he also acted in the movie called Periyar
Periyar (film)
-External links:**...
in the lead role.
As actor
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| 1978 | Sattam En Kayil | ||
| 1979 | Yenippadigal | ||
| 1982 | Moondru Mugam Moondru Mugam Moondru Mugam is Tamil feature film starring Rajinikanth doing a triple role.-Plot:Arun comes back from America after 10 years as a saint. His father does not want his son to be like that so he gets press reporter to change him back to a normal person like everyone else... |
"Dhaadi" Raj | |
| 1983 | Paayum Puli Paayum Puli -Plot:When a smuggler kills his sister, a mentally impaired man vows to deliver justice and joins a martial arts school. He trains hard there to become a master fighter, honing his fighting skills. Taking on a new identity, Paayum Puli , he sets off for revenge, but a beautiful woman soon puts a... |
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| 1984 | Nooravathu Naal Nooravathu Naal Nooravathu Naal is a 1984 Tamil-language Indian feature film directed by Manivannan, starring Mohan, Vijayakanth, Nalini and Sathyaraj. Dubbed into Telugu as Nooru Rojulu... |
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| Enakkul Oruvan Enakkul Oruvan Enakkul Oruvan is a 1984 Tamil film directed by SP. Muthuraman, starring Kamal Haasan in the lead role. A remake of Subhash Ghai's Hindi film, Karz , starring Rishi Kapoor, and Tina Munim.-Cast:... |
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| Naan Mahaan Alla | Jagan | ||
| 1985 | Saavi | ||
| Naan Sigappu Manithan Naan Sigappu Manithan Naan Sigappu Manithan is a Tamil Super hit film directed by S.A.Chandrasekar. The film stars Rajinikanth, Sathyaraj, Bhagyaraj, Ambika in lead roles with music by Ilaiyaraja.-Plot:... |
Mohanraj | ||
| Thiramai | |||
| Muthal Mariyathai Muthal Mariyathai Mudhal Mariyadhai is a Tamil feature film directed by Bharathiraja. The film's score and soundtrack are composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The film was critically received upon release.-Plot:... |
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| Pagal Nilavu Pagal Nilavu Pagal Nilavu is a Tamil film directed by Mani Ratnam. It is about a carefree youth caught between his loyalty to a mafia don and his love for a cop's sister. The film's score and soundtrack were composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The cinematography of the film was handled by Ramachandra Babu.This film... |
Devarajan | ||
| Kaakki Sattai Kaakki Sattai Kaakki Sattai is a 1985 Tamil-language Indian feature film directed by Rajasekhar, starring Kamal Haasan, Madhavi, Ambika, Sathyaraj, Rajeev and Thengai Srinivasan. The movie is one of all time cult blockbusters for Kamal. Sathyaraj and Rajeev played the villains... |
Vicky | ||
| Pillai Nila Pillai Nila Pillai Nilla is a 1985 Tamil horror film directed by Manobala. The film stars Jaishankar, Mohan, and Nalini and Radhika.-Plot:Dollie is the daughter of a widowed rich man. She falls in love with a married man. However, he rejects her because his wife is pregnant... |
Vicky | ||
| 1986 | Vikram Vikram (film) Vikram is a 1986 Tamil-language Indian feature film directed by Rajasekhar, starring Kamal Hassan, Ambika, Dimple Kapadia, Lizy, Sathyaraj, Charuhasan, Janagaraj and Amjad Khan. Vikram is the first Tamil film which crossed the budget of 1 crore... |
Sugirtharaja | |
| Dharmam | |||
| Iravu Pookkal | |||
| Mandhira Punnagai | |||
| Mr. Bharath Mr. Bharath Mr.Bharath is a Tamil film is directed by SP. Muthuraman. The film stars Rajnikant, Sathyaraj, Ambika, Goundamani, S. V. Shekhar and others. The plot is about a son's revenge against his father... |
Gopinath | remake of Trishul | |
| Muthal Vasantham Muthal Vasantham Muthal Vasantham is a Tamil language film starring Sathyaraj, Pandiyan, Malaysia Vasudevan, Ramya Krishnan, Chandrasekhar.-Songs:Lyrics are by Vali, Gangai Amaran, Muthulingam.... |
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| Rasigan Oru Rasigai | |||
| Vidinja Kalyanam | |||
| Kadalora Kavithaigal Kadalora Kavithaigal Kadalora Kavithaigal is a 1986 Indian Tamil language film starring Satyaraj, Rekha, Janagaraj and Kamala Kamesh and This movie is a blockbuster and remade into telugu with Chiranjeevi and Suhasini Maniratnam-Plot:... |
Das | ||
| 1987 | Aalappirandhavan Aalappirandhavan Aalappirandhavan is a 1987 Tamil action film written and directed by A.S Prakasam. It stars Satyaraj and Ambika in the lead roles. It released with a big hype featuring a full page ad in Daily thanthi newspaper.-Plot:... |
Aalappirandhavan | |
| Kadamai Kanniyam Kattupaadu Kadamai Kanniyam Kattupaadu Kadamai Kanniyam Kattupaadu is a Tamil film starring Sathyaraj in the lead role of the protagonist. The film revolves around the story of an honest and straightforward Tamil Nadu police officer and his life. The story of the film is an adaptation from I. V. Sasi's Malayalam film Aavanazhi. The... |
SI Balaram | remake of Aavanazhi Aavanazhi Aavanazhi is a 1986 Malayalam action film. Directed by I. V. Sasi, based on the script written by T. Damodaran,Aavanazhi was a huge hit at the box office. Appearing Mammootty in the lad role of Balram, a police inspector, this film deals with social and political issues of that time... |
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| Makkal En Pakkam | Samraj | remake of Rajavinte Makan Rajavinte Makan Rajavinte Makan is a 1986 Malayalam film directed by Thampi Kannanthanam and starring Mohanlal, Suresh Gopi, Ambika, and Ratheesh. The film was scripted by Dennis Joseph.... |
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| Pookkal Vidum Thoodhu | |||
| Vedham Pudhithu Vedham Pudhithu Vedham Pudhithu , starring Sathyaraj and Amala is a critically acclaimed Tamil movie, directed by Bharathiraja. Charuhasan, Saritha, Raja and 'Nizhalgal' Ravi played supporting roles in the movie. The story and dialogue was written by Kannan.... |
Balu Thevar | ||
| Jallikattu | Jeeva | ||
| Chinna Thambi Periya Thambi | |||
| Poovizhi Vaasaliley | |||
| 1988 | En Bommukutty Ammavukku En Bommukutty Ammavukku En Bommukutty Ammavuku is a 1988 Indian film starring Geetu Mohandas, Satyaraj, Suhasini and Raghuvaran is remake of Ente Mamattikkuttiyammakku by Fazil.-Plot:... |
Vinod | |
| Ganam Courtaar Avargaley | |||
| Annanagar Mudhal Theru Annanagar Mudhal Theru Annanagar Mudhal Theru is a 1987 Tamil film starring Sathyaraj, Radha, Ambika, Janagaraj, Raghuvaran and Manorama. Prabhu makes an extended cameo appearance... |
Shiva/Ram Singh | remake of Gandhinagar 2nd Street Gandhinagar 2nd Street Gandhinagar 2nd Street is a 1986 Malayalam film directed by Sathyan Anthikad, starring Mohanlal, Seema, Karthika, Srinivasan, Thilakan, Innocent, Sukumari, and KPAC Lalitha. Mammootty makes a cameo appearance... |
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| Jeevaa | |||
| Pudhiya Vaanam | |||
| 1989 | Sinnappadas | ||
| Pick Pocket | |||
| Thaai Naadu | |||
| Dravidan Dravidan (1989 film) -External links:... |
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| Annakili Sonna Kadhai | |||
| Vaathiyar Veetu Pillai | 100th film | ||
| 1990 | Ulagam Pirandhadhu Enakkaga | Quarter Govindhan | |
| Vaazhkai Sakkaram | |||
| Malluvety Minor | |||
| Velai Kidaichiduchu | |||
| Nadigan | Raja/Devaraj | ||
| Madurai Veeran Enga Saamy | |||
| 1991 | Pudhu Manidhan | Kabali | |
| Bramma | Ravi Varman | ||
| 1992 | Thirumadhi Pazhanisamy | Pazhanisamy | |
| Therkku Theru Machaan | |||
| Pangaali | Shakthivel/Durai | ||
| Magudam | |||
| Rickshamama | |||
| 1993 | Udanpirappu | ||
| Airport | |||
| Kattalai Kattalai (film) Kattalai is a Tamil film starring Sathyaraj and Bhanupriya. The film's score and soundtrack were composed by Illayaraja. The film was one of the front runners in 1993 and was directed by Liaquat Ali Khan. It was released after Sathyaraj's blockbuster, Walter Vetrivel.-Plot:Sathyaraj is the son of... |
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| Walter Vetrivel | Vetrivel | ||
| 1994 | Amaithipadai Amaithipadai Amaidhi Padai is a Tamil film directed by Manivannan. Satyaraj did a leading role in this movie. The story revolves around how the poor man built his political career through short routes. Satyaraj did a dual role as father and son. This film is touted as one of Satyaraj's best performance till... |
Thangavelu, Rajaraja Cholan alias Ammaavaasai |
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| Veera Padhakkam | |||
| Vandicholai Chinraasu Vandicholai Chinraasu Vandicholai Chinraasu is a 1994 Tamil film directed by Manoj Kumar. This remains the only Sathyaraj movie where A R Rahman composed the music. This movie was directed by Manojkumar.-Soundtrack:... |
Chinnarasu | ||
| Thozhar Pandiyan | |||
| Thaaimaaman | |||
| 1995 | Engirundho Vandhaan | ||
| Villadhi Villan | Edison/Poovu/Advocate Meenakshi Sundaram | also director | |
| Maaman Magal | |||
| 1996 | Senadhipathi | ||
| Siva Sakthi | |||
| 1997 | Periya Manushan | ||
| Pagaivan Pagaivan Pagaivan is a 1997 Tamil film starring Sathyaraj, Ajith Kumar and Anjala Zhaveri in the leading roles. The film revolves around a kidnapping undertaken by Ajith and the actions that the victim's father take to save his daughter. The film also featured Ranjitha, Nagesh, K. S. Ravikumar and Vivek... |
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| Vallal Vallal Vallal is a South Indian Tamil film released in 2000. This movie is directed by Raj Kapoor. This is a comedy and a family subject movie. This movie is starring Sathyaraj, Meena, Manorama, Goundamani, Senthil & Sangeetha in the lead. This movie has the village concept... |
Durairasu | ||
| 1998 | Kalyana Galatta Kalyana Galatta Kalyana Galatta is a 1998 Indian Tamil comedy film written and directed by Rajkapoor, starring Sathyaraj, Mantra and Khushboo in lead roles. The film, scored by Yuvan Shankar Raja, filmed by Rajarathinam and edited by B. Lenin and V. T. Vijayan, released on August 1, 1998.-Cast:* Sathyaraj as... |
Jeeva | |
| 1999 | Malabar Police | Chinnasamy | |
| Ponnu Veetukaaran | |||
| Azhagarsamy | |||
| Suyamvaram Suyamvaram Suyamvaram is a 1999 Tamil comedy-drama film starring an ensemble cast from actors in the Tamil film industry and shot by a large technical team from the industry... |
Arunachalam | ||
| 2000 | Ennamma Kannu | Kaasi | |
| Puratchikaaran | Anna | ||
| Veeranadai | Periya Karuppan | ||
| Unnai Kan Theduthey | |||
| 2001 | Lootie | ||
| Asathal Asathal Asathal is a South Indian Tamil film released in 2001.The film is a comedy caper making the audience explode in laughs.... |
Vetri | ||
| Kunguma Pottu Gounder Kunguma Pottu Gounder -Plot:Kandasamy Satyaraj, His wife Alamelu Rambha are illiterate who wants their son to study in a reputed school where the parents are required to be graduates. Kandasamy requests Saraswati Kousalya, to act as his child's mother. There begins the chaos that leads to a whole lot of rib tickling... |
Kunguma Pottu Gounder, Kandhasamy |
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| Aandaan Adimai | Sivaraman | ||
| 2002 | Vivaramana Aalu Vivaramana Aalu Vivaramana Aalu is a 2002 Tamil language film directed by Raj Kapoor. The film features Sathyaraj, Devayani and Mumtaj in lead roles. The film was released on 14 January 2002.-Plot:... |
Mayilsamy | |
| Maaran | Maaran | ||
| 2003 | Ramachandra | Ramachandra | |
| Military | Madhavan | ||
| Sena | Sena | ||
| Aalukkoru Aasai Aalukkoru Aasai Aalukkoru Aasai is a Tamil language movie directed by V.Sekhar.This is a comedy and a family subject movie. This movie is starring Sathyaraj, Meena, Vadivelu, Senthil and a few artists... |
Arivazhagan | ||
| 2004 | Sound Party | Kumaresan | |
| Adi Thadi Adi Thadi Adidhadi is a South Indian Tamil film released in 2004. It starred Sathyaraj, Abbas, Napolean and Rathi in the lead roles. It was directed by Shivraj It was later remade as Political Rowdy in 2005 with Mohan Babu, Charmee Kaur and Prakash Raj enacting the roles of Sathyaraj, Rathi and Napolean... |
Thirupathi | ||
| Sema Ragalai | |||
| Jore | Sabapathy | ||
| Azhagesan | Azhagesan | ||
| Maha Nadigan Maha Nadigan Maha Nadigan is a 2004 Tamil film directed by Sakthi Chidambaram. It is a sattire of Tamil cinema and politics, with Sathyaraj playing a common man who goes to become a cinema superstar and then the chief minister of Tamil Nadu.-Cast:*Sathyaraj*Namitha... |
Sathya | ||
| 2005 | Iyer IPS Iyer IPS Iyer IPS is an Indian Tamil film released in 2005.-Storyline:Sathyaraj in a dual role. One role is of a IPS officer and the other is of a dada . The dada throughout the film has a dark skin and sports a bald head.... |
Gopal Iyer, Venkatachalapathy |
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| Mannin Maindhan | Anand | ||
| 6'2 6'2 6'2 is a 2005 Indian Tamil language thriller film directed by V. Senthil Kumar. The film starred Sathyaraj, newcomer Sunitha Varma along with Vadivelu in the lead roles, whilst music for the film was composed by D. Imaan. The film released on 12 May 2005 and was later released in Telugu with a... |
James/Balamurugan | ||
| Englishkaran Englishkaran Englishkaran is a South Indian Tamil film released in 2005.The Movie casts Sathyaraj in the lead role. "English Karan" with the tagline "Tamizh Vazhga" is a film from the hit combo Shakthi Chidambaram. Sathyaraj whose earlier movies "Ennama Kannu" and "Maha Nadigan" were a big hit... |
Thamizharasu | ||
| Vetrivel Sakthivel Vetrivel Sakthivel Vetrivel Sakthivel is a South Indian Tamil film released in 2005.... |
Vetrivel | ||
| Vanakkam Thalaiva Vanakkam Thalaiva -Plot:The plot is dramatically woven around the different roles donned by Satyaraj and the reason behind him taking up such roles. The movies begins with Manickam kidnapping Divya, who is the girl friend of Mano. Mano decides to rescue Divya, but fails to do so after repeated attempts... |
Manikkam | ||
| 2006 | Kovai Brothers Kovai Brothers Kovai Brothers is a 2006 Tamil language comedy film released in India. The film stars Tamil comedians Sathyaraj, Sibiraj, Vadivelu, Uma, Kovai Sarala and Namitha.-Plot:... |
Ganesh | |
| Suyetchai MLA | Nambirajan | ||
| Kurukshetram Kurukshetram Kurukshetram is a Tamil film directed by director Jeyabharathi. The cast of this movie are Sathyaraj, Roja, Rajendra and many more. The music for this movie is scored by Isaac Thomas Kodukkapalli. Kurukshetram is produced by Rajendra under the banner Rajendra Movies... |
Bharath | ||
| 2007 | Adavadi | Bharath | |
| Periyar Periyar (film) -External links:**... |
Periyar Ramasamy Nayakar | Nominated, Vijay Award for Best Actor Vijay Award for Best Actor The Vijay Award for Best Actor is given by STAR Vijay as part of its annual Vijay Awards ceremony for Tamil films. It was given from the second ceremony onwards.-Winners and nominees:*2007 Sathyaraj - Onbadhu Roobai Nottu... |
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| Kannamoochi Yenada Kannamoochi Yenada Kannamoochi Yenada? is a 2007 Tamil comedy-drama film written and directed by V. Priya. The film stars Sathyaraj, Prithviraj, Sandhya and Raadhika Sarathkumar in lead and Sripriya, Manobala and Radharavi in supporting roles. The film's score and soundtrack is composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja... |
Arumugam Gounder | ||
| Onbadhu Roobai Nottu Onbadhu Roobai Nottu Onbadhu Roobai Nottu is a 2007 Tamil drama film directed by Thangar Bachan, based on Bachan's own same-titled novel. It depicts the tragic life and fall of Madhava Padayachi, a simple villager, played by Sathyaraj, and his family... |
Madhava Padayachi | Winner, Vijay Award for Best Actor Vijay Award for Best Actor The Vijay Award for Best Actor is given by STAR Vijay as part of its annual Vijay Awards ceremony for Tamil films. It was given from the second ceremony onwards.-Winners and nominees:*2007 Sathyaraj - Onbadhu Roobai Nottu... |
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| 2008 | Thangam Thangam Thangam is a Tamil movie starring Sathyaraj and Goundamani about the life of a village do-gooder in Tamil Nadu.-Plot:Set in a small town near Coimbatore, ‘Thangam’ portrays two families headed by Rajendranath and Mahadevan respectively. Thangam is the son of Delhi Kumar and Aaruchami is the son... |
Thangam | |
| Vambu Sandai Vambu Sandai Vambu Sandai is a love thriller Tamil film starring Sathyaraj and Uday Kiran. The film opened to mixed reviews.... |
Jeevanantham | ||
| 2009 | Sankham Sankham Sankham is a Telugu feature film, starring Gopichand, Trisha Krishnan, Sathyaraj amongst others, directed by Shiva. Produced by J Bhagavan, J Pulla Rao, and music composed by Taman.It was an average grosser in 2009... |
Sivayya | Telugu Telugu language Telugu is a Central Dravidian language primarily spoken in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India, where it is an official language. It is also spoken in the neighbouring states of Chattisgarh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Orissa and Tamil Nadu... film |
| 2010 | Aagathan Aagathan - External links :* at Oneindia.in... |
Hareendra Varma | Malayalam film |
| Guru Sishyan Guru Sishyan (2010 film) Guru Sishyan is a Tamil language film released on 2010. It stars Sathyaraj and Sundar C in the lead roles. It is directed by Sakthi Chidamabaram-Cast:* Sathyaraj as Guru Moorthy* Sundar C as Eeti* Sruthi Prakash* Santhanam... |
Guru | ||
| Pollachi Mappilai | |||
| Irandu Mugam Irandu Mugam Irandu Mugam is a 2010 Tamil action film directed by Arvind Raj. The film featured Sathyaraj and Karan in the lead roles. The film released to poor reviews and poor collections on September 3, 2010.-Plot:... |
Sarveswaran | ||
| Gowravargal Gowravargal Gowravargal is a 2010 Tamil action film directed by Sanjay Ram. The film featured Sathyaraj in the lead role. The film released to poor reviews and poor collections on October 15, 2010.-Plot:... |
Thondaiman | ||
| 2011 | Sattapadi Kutram Sattapadi Kutram Sattapadi Kutram is a 2011 drama film directed by S. A. Chandrasekhar starring Sathyaraj, Vikranth, Harish Kalyan, Bhanu and Komal Sharma in the lead roles with Seeman in supporting roles... |
Subash Chandrabose | |
| Vengayam Vengayam Vengayam is a Tamil language film written and directed by Sankagiri Rajkumar. Sathyaraj plays a guest role as himself in the film and Alexander- VJ as hero role Pavina as heroin . The first schedule began on 15 January 2010 And its Schedule to release on 19 august 2011.... |
Himself | ||
| Aayiram Vilakku Aayiram Vilakku Aayiram Vilakku is a 2011 Indian Tamil action film directed by S.P.Hosimin, in his second venture, starring Sathyaraj and Shanthnoo in the lead roles, whilst, Sana Khan and Suman play pivotal roles. The film, produced by HMI Pictures and scored by Srikanth Deva, was released on 23 September, 2011... |
Lingam | ||
| Muriyadi Muriyadi Muriyadi is an upcoming Tamil thriller film directed by Selva featuring Sathyaraj, Ganesh Venkatraman and Remya Nambeeshan in the lead roles. The film, produced by K... |
Devan | delayed | |
| Kalavadiya Pozhudugal Kalavadiya Pozhudugal Kalavaadiya Pozhuthugal is an upcoming Tamil-language romance film written and directed by Thangar Bachan. It stars Prabhu Deva and Bhumika Chawla in the lead roles, while Prakash Raj, Inbanila, who acted in Thangar Bachan's earlier venture Onbadhu Roobai Nottu and Ganja Karuppu play supporting... |
Periyar | delayed (Special appearance) | |
| Kalavaram | Pandiyan | Filming | |
| Uchithanai Muharnthaal Uchithanai Muharnthaal Uchithanai Muharnthaal is an upcoming Tamil drama film directed by Pugazendhi Thangaraj, revolving around a 13-year old Eelam girl, portrayed by Neenika. The film also stars Sathyaraj, Seeman and Sangeetha, while featuring music scored by D. Imman with lyrics by renowned Tamil poet Kasi Anandan and... |
Nadesan | Filming | |
| Sinam | Kasi | Filming | |
| Kulasekaranum Koolipadaiyum Kulasekaranum Koolipadaiyum Kulasekaranum Koolipadaiyum is an upcoming Indian Tamil film directed by G. Siva starring Sathyaraj, Prakash Raj and Natraj in the leading roles.- Cast :* Sathyaraj as Devan* Prakash Raj as Vijay* Natraj* Keerthi Chawla* Udhayathara* Sowmya... |
Kulasekaran | Filming | |
| Pettai Mudhal Kottai Varai | Raja | Filming | |
| Nanban Nanban (film) Nanban is an upcoming Tamil comedy drama film directed by S. Shankar. The film features an ensemble cast that includes Vijay, Jeeva, Srikanth, Sathyaraj and Ileana D'Cruz. The soundtrack and background score is by Harris Jayaraj, working with Shankar for the second time after Anniyan . Filming... |
Soori | Filming |
Awards and Nominations
Won- Kalaimamani AwardKalaimamaniThe Kalaimamani is an award in Tamil Nadu state, India. These awards are given by the Tamil Nadu Iyal Isai Nataka Manram for excellence in the field of art and literature....
- 1991 - M.G.R Award from the Government of Tamil NaduGovernment of Tamil NaduThe Government of Tamil Nadu, headquartered at Chennai is the governing authority for the Indian State of Tamil Nadu. It is seated at the Fort St. George...
- 1987 - Filmfare Best Actor Award for Vedham PudhithuVedham PudhithuVedham Pudhithu , starring Sathyaraj and Amala is a critically acclaimed Tamil movie, directed by Bharathiraja. Charuhasan, Saritha, Raja and 'Nizhalgal' Ravi played supporting roles in the movie. The story and dialogue was written by Kannan....
- 2007 - Periyar Award for his role in the film Periyar
- 2007 - Honorary Doctorate from Sathyabama University