
Thyagarajan
Known For
Acting
Born
1945-06-21 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Biography
Thiagarajan is an Indian actor, director and producer of Tamil films. He is the father of Tamil actor Prashanth. Thiagarajan made his acting debut with "Alaigal Oivathillai "appearing as the elder brother of film's lead actress Radha. The film became successful and offers poured in for him. His portrayal of jungle bandit in "Malaiyoor Mambattiyan" provided him major breakthrough in his career. He was also a part of successful films like "Neengal Kettavai", "Payum Puli". He acted in Malayalam film "New Delhi" which became successful and his portrayal of a goon received acclaim. The success of the film prompted Thiagarajan to make his directorial debut titled "Salem Vishnu" based on the character which he had played in that film.
Most Known For

Anthima Theerpu
as Nataraj Vishnu / Salem Vishnu

No. 20 Madras Mail
as Himself

Pachakallam

Chekka Chivantha Vaanam
as Chinnappadasan aka Chinnappa

Tik Tik Tik
as Victor

Drohi
as Narayanan

PT Sir
as GP

New Delhi

Bodyguard
as Ashokettan

Thilakkam
as Maheswaran Thampi

Yaman
as Karunakaran

Manu Uncle
as Gomas

Nalla Naal

New Delhi
as Nataraj Vishnu

Alaigal Oyivadhilai
as David

Paayum Puli

Salem Vishnu
as Vishnu

Ponmagal Vandhal
as Varadharajan

Roshagadu

Neengal Kettavai
as Arun