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Shivani Narayanan is an Indian film and television actress who predominantly works in the Tamil-language films and television industry. In 2020, she was a contestant on the reality series Bigg Boss 4 Tamil.

Shivani Narayanan made her television debut in 2016 in Pagal Nilavu as Sneha Arjun.Then she was appeared as a guest in Saravanan Meenatchi 3 in which she played the role of Gayathri.She next appeared on Jodi Fun Unlimited as a contestant. She appeared in Kadaikutty Singam with the her co-star from Pagal Nilavu. She left that serial and started a new serial in Rettai Roja in a dual role as Anu and Abi, but was replaced by Chandini Tamilarasan. In 2020, she had participated in the Indian reality show Bigg Boss 4 Tamil.

Ravi Mariya is a south Indian film actor known for negative and character roles. He predominantly works in Tamil and Malayalam cinema and has also scripted and directed two movies. He gave the first break to actor Jiiva, who became very popular later. The movie was Aasai Aasaiyaireleased in 2002 and the same movie marked his directorial debut too. In 2010, he directed one more movie Milagaand he played cameo roles in both these movies too. He wrote the film script of Tamil films Aalwarin 2007 and Sandaiin 2008. As an actor, he made his debut with Tamil blockbuster Khushi in 2000 playing a bit role and is associated with film industry since then.

Ravi Mariya was born in Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu. After doing an uncredited role in 2000 Tamil blockbuster Khushi and its Telugu version, he made his directorial debut with 2002 detective film - Aasai Aasaiyai. He also scripted his debut flick. Though the movie did not fare well at the box office, it gave some decent reviews for its lead actor Jiiva who made a promising debut with the film. As his debut film was a flop, he decided to switch to acting roles and succeeded. Ravi mostly portrayed negative roles on silver screen and has acted in both Malayalam and Tamil films.

Some of his noted performances in Malayalam movies are Mission 90 Daysand Kurukshetra, both war films directed by Major Ravi. Vijay - Mohanlal starrer Jillais one of his breakthrough performances where he played villain's role. He was seen in a new avatar; a bald look for the movie. New, Veyil, Maathi Yosi, Manam Kothi Paravai, Mayandi Kudumbathar, Desingu raja, Vanna Jigina, Linga and Boologamare a few more noted roles. He is planning to direct one movie with Vimal as the lead actor.

Vasanthabalan is a Tamil film director.  He has made critically acclaimed films including Veyil and Angadi Theru.

The director began his career with Album, which failed at the box-office. His second film, produced by S Pictures company, Veyil became a blockbuster and was shown as the Indian representative at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival. Post Veyil, the director struck gold again with Angadi Theru which showcases a romantic tale set in the famous Ranganathan Street in the city of Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The film won critical acclaim and was a commercial success as well. It was shortlisted for India's submission for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.  His latest release is Aravaan, a period film based on the novel Kaaval Kottam that reflects the life of people of South Tamil Nadu in the 18th century.

Charle sometimes credited as Charlie (born Manohar Velmurugan Thangasamy) is an Indian actor who has acted in more than 550 Tamil films as a comedian and supporting actor.

He completed his undergraduate degree in chemistry from G. V. N. College in Kovilpatti, Tamil Nadu. Even during those days when he was at college, he was known for his histrionics, and had the uncanny ability to imitate Tamil actors like Sivaji Ganeshan, Muthuraman, and Nagesh. He was an avid entertainer, and a popular stage artist, while at this college.

He started his career as a Staff Artist - Actor in Song & Drama Division of Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and moved on to perform more than 10000 drama shows in Six years. He was named as Charle and introduced in the film "Poikal Kuthirai" in the year 1982 by the eminent director Padma Sri Dr.k.Balachandar. He has proved as a versatile actor in comedy as well as character roles in Tamil and Telugu films. He has more than 550 films to his credit and has played a vital role in many films, including films produced by National Film Development Corporation Of India. He is highly talented in miming, mono acting and anchoring in stage shows and he has performed in various countries.

He holds a Master of Arts degree from Madurai Kamaraj University and Master of Philosophy degree from Karaikudi Alagappa University. He submitted his dissertation for M.Phil in the title, "Contributions of Comedians in the growth of Tamil cinema - 1937 to 1967".

M.Bhaskar (Tamil:மா.பாஸ்கர்; 3 April 1935 – 13 July 2013) was a South Indian filmmaker who worked mainly in the Tamil film industry. Bhaskar started his film career as an assistant to director C. V. Sridhar. After relieving from his mentor and guru C. V. Sridhar, he was working under Sundaram's Modern Theaters, Chinnappa Thevar (along with S. P. Muthuraman, Panju Arunachalam, Thuyavan, Uthiripookkal balakrishnan and others). He also worked for the Hollywood Company '20th Century Fox', during their production in Goa, India.

M. Bhaskar hailed from a village called Pattamputhur, Virudhunagar district. He started his career as an associate to C. V. Sridhar. He made his directorial debut with Bairavi. The film gave major breakthrough in the career of Rajinikanth as a lead actor. Rajini gained the tag "Superstar" from this film.

Bairavi is a 1978 Tamil-language Indian feature film directed by Director Oscar Movies M Baskar, starring Rajinikanth in lead role. It was Rajinikanth's first movie as a solo hero in Tamil cinema. He was also given the "Superstar" title through this film.The film stars Sripriya as the female lead and Geetha playing the title role as Rajini's sister. Geetha was introduced in this film. Sreekanth played the role of the main villain. Malayalam actor Sudheer played Bairavi's step brother, while Manorama and Suruli Rajan played other major roles.
Director Oscar Movies M Baskar who was impressed with Rajini's dedication in Aarupushpangal, went straight ahead casting Rajini in lead role for Bhairavi.

Director Oscar Movies M Baskar, having faith in Rajini to pull the crowds as hero. Initially, Sandow M. M. A. Chinnappa Thevar agreed to give financial support for Bhairavi but when he heard Rajini is the hero, he withdrew the support and advised Director Oscar Movies M Baskar to stop the movie or change the hero.

He questioned Director Oscar Movies M Baskar for choosing a villain in the lead role and hero as villain (Srikanth was acting as hero those days) and he assured to Director Oscar Movies M Baskar that it will be a huge loss. Director Oscar Movies M Baskar approached Muthuraman to play negative role but he refused to portray a negative character, Srikanth was finally selected for the role.With all these burden, Director Oscar Movies M Baskar decided to direct the film.

The soundtrack and background score was composed by Ilaiyaraaja. Bairavi was the third film for Ilaiyaraaja.All lyrics were penned by Kannadasan.

Some of the Bhaskar’s hit movies include Sattathin Thirappu Vizha, Soolam, Chakravarthy.He then turned producer starting a company called "Oscar Movies" and produced films like Vishnu, Kadhal Rojave and Thotta.

M Bhaskar was four times 'Secretary' of "Tamil Film Producers' Council", when his contemporary legends Kovai Chezhian, K Balachander, Bharathiraja and KRG were 'President'. He also served the 'South Indian Producers' Guild' as Secretary. He was also the Vice-president of South Indian Directors' Association. He served the 'South Indian Film Chamber of Commerce' for three decades. M Bhaskar along with Bharathiraja rose the Tamil Film Producers' Council's funds from a meager INR 26 to INR 2,00,000 during his tenure of service. M Bhaskar was considered to one of pillars of Tamil Film Producers' Council for reviving it from the financial crisis. He also served as Censor Board Member of Central Board of Film Certification, Government of India for many years. He was also an outside expert for sponsored programme of Doordarshan Kendra, Chennai for a long period.

Bhaskar of Oscar Movies in 1997 initially signed, the son of former actress Sheela to debut in his production, Kadhal Rojavae in 1997 and according to the deal signed, Vishnu was not supposed to act in any other film until Kadhal Rojavae had been completed and released. However, during production, Vishnu could not wait and starred in a Malayalam film, while Keyaar was still shooting causing a rift between the actor and producer Bhaskar during the making of the project.

Pooja Kumar, who was crowned Miss India USA in 1995, was selected to make her debut as heroine and during production she was signed and dropped from other Tamil films of the period including V. I. P and Chinna Raja. The actress notably returned more than a decade later starring in the lead role in Kamal Haasan's bilingual Vishwaroopam. Kadhal Rojavae released after a delay in production in 2000.

Bhaskar died on 13 July 2013 at the age of 78 due to a heart attack. Bhaskar is survived by his wife Meena Rani, sons Balaji prabhu,Mariappa babu, and a daughter janakipriya.It was reported immediately by television news channels, as well as other dailies, magazines, and other media.

S. N. Lakshmi or Sennalkudi Narayana Thevar Lakshmi (born 1927 – 20 February 2012) was an Indian film actress, who appeared in supporting roles, often essaying roles of mother or grandmother in films. A recipient of the state government's Kalaimamani and Kalaiselvam awards, Lakshmi acted in more than 1,500 films and 6,000 dramas.

Lakshmi was born to Narayana Thevar as the 13th child in her family, and left home anguished aged just 11, because her six brothers who were much older did not give her the attention she deserved. Her family had to move from their village town of Sennalkudi to Virudhunagar after their father had died and her mother worked at a small hotel and also at the temple there to keep the family financially afloat. Her neighbour, a dancer, helped Lakshmi join a drama troupe and she quickly picked up the steps she was taught and travelled with them from place to place.

When the actors reached Raja Mannargudi they left her with a family which put her on a train to Madras and bade farewell. When she was wondering alone, help came in the form of a lorry driver's wife who noticed her and showed her the way to Gemini Studios, which opened its doors to the destitute. It took eight years for her family to find her.

She soon joined the studio staff at a salary of Rs.150 and then rented a house with four other young girls and hired a cook. Before her film career began, Lakshmi had years of theatre experience, with more than 2,000 plays to her credit. From Ganandesikar's and N. S. Krishnan's theatre troupes to S. V. Sahasranamam's Seva Stage and K. Balachander's Ragini Recreations, Lakshmi trained under stalwarts. Lakshmi acted as a man in many all-woman plays, doing stunts and acrobatics and even fought a leopard as an extra in the MGR film, Baghdad Thirudan.  In 1959, she bought her first home in Royapettah on Pachaiappan Nayakkan Road. Three years later, she bought her first car, a Morris Eight.

She started as a group dancer in Chandralekha. Plays and one-scene appearances in films continued till N. S. Krishnan gave her a pivotal role in Nalla Thangai and then her real breakthrough came through Muktha Srinivasan's maiden venture Thamarai Kulam followed by Engal Kula Devi and Naalu Veli Nilam. Nagesh then recommended her to K. Balachander to star in Server Sundaram, after he had been impressed with her performance in the theatre show of the same name, and the film's success prompted more offers for the actress.

Kamal Haasan called her to feature in Thevar Magan while she was taking a break in Puttaparthi and from then til Virumaandi, Lakshmi has been a part of nearly all of Kamal Haasan productions and such was his confidence in her ability that he would ask the assistants to give her the dialogue and move away, confident that she would handle it on her own.

Before her death she was doing a role as Meenakshi's grand mother in the serial "Saravanan Meenakshi" in Vijay TV.

Lakshmi has mentioned that "marriage didn't appeal to her", and that her brothers' grand children and their kids are now regulars at the grand aunt's place.

Till the early 2000s, Lakshmi would move around town by driving but was forced to give it up after she broke her leg. On Sunday mornings she would visit Sai Kripa, a free medical centre in Chennai and help the staff.

S. N. Lakshmi died in Chennai on 20 February 2012, aged 85. She suffered a cardiac arrest in the early hours of February 20, following which she was rushed to a hospital. However doctors there declared her dead. Her body was kept at her Saligramam residence where film personalities made a beeline to pay last tributes. Her cremation took place in her native town of Virudhunagar.

V K Ramasamy was an Indian film actor, comedian and producer who was known for the supporting roles he played in Tamil films in the years between the 1950s and 1990s.