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Bharathiraja ( / bɑːrʌðɪrɑːdʒɑː / born 17 July 1941) is an Indian film director and actor who works mainly in the Tamil film industry. Making his debut in 1977 with 16 Vayathinile, he is known for realistic and sensitive portrayals of rural life in his films. As of 2017, he has won six National Film Awards, four Filmfare Awards South ...
Dec 12, 2023 · Learn about Bharathiraja, a legendary Tamil film director and actor who made rural-themed movies and won six National Film Awards. Find out his birth date, spouse, children, debut movies, and upcoming projects.
- July 17, 1941
Bharathiraja. Director: Karuththamma. The die-hard romantic Bharathiraja was born in Alli Nagaram, a small, sylvan village near Theni as Chinnasamy on 17 July 1941. He was the fifth child to his parents, Periya Maya Thevar and Meenatchiammaal alias Karuthammaal. His childhood passions were deer hunting and literature.
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May 10, 2024 · Bharathiraja's path-breaking directorial debut, 16 Vayathinile, redefined rural-based cinema with its realistic portrayal of life in Tamil Nadu's countryside.Starring Kamal Haasan, Rajinikanth, and Sridevi in pivotal roles, this coming-of-age story revolves around Mayil (Sridevi), her aspirations for a better future, and her struggle against societal norms that dictate her fate.
Sep 5, 2023 · Read the interview of Bharathiraja, the legendary filmmaker who started as an actor and became a director. He talks about his new film Karumegangal Kalaigindrana, his signature style, his friendship with Ilaiyaraaja and SA Chandrasekar, and his love for cinema.
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Aug 27, 2022 · Veteran filmmaker-actor Bharathiraja has been admitted to MGM Healthcare in Chennai. According to a statement released by the hospital, the director is undergoing treatment for a lung infection. “Mr Bharathiraja P, aged about 81 years, is admitted at MGM Healthcare, Chennai on Friday (26/08/2022).
Jul 17, 2016 · Bharathiraja was awarded a National Award for Vedham Pudhithu in the Best Film on Other Social Issues category. Apart from the aforementioned films, some of his other notable works are Karuthamma, Anthimanthaarai, Kadal Pookal, Kizhake Pogum Rail, Kizhakku Cheemaiyile, Mann Vasanai and Kadalora Kavithaigal.
