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Elango Kumaravel

Born: August 27, 1965

Elango Kumaravel Poster

FAN SCORE

68

POPULARITY

70

Elango Kumaravel is a talented Tamil actor, writer, and theatre artist known for his versatile roles in films like Abhiyum Naanum, Jai Bhim, and Vikram. He is also a key contributor to Tamil theatre a... Read more

ROLES

Actor, Writer

BIRTH PLACE

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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Quick Info

Born August 27, 1965

Birth Place Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Fan Score 68

Popularity 70

Roles Actor, Writer

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Known For

Ponniyin Selvan: Part I (2022)

Ponniyin Selvan: Part I (...

Writer

Ponniyin Selvan: Part Two (2023)

Ponniyin Selvan: Part Two...

Writer

Filmography

Ponniyin Selvan: Part Two (2023)

Ponniyin Selvan: Part Two (2023)

Ponniyin Selvan: Part I (2022)

Ponniyin Selvan: Part I (2022)

Videos

Vanakkam Tamizha with Actor & Writer Elango Kumaravel

Kurangu Bommai - Trailer 2

Personal Details

Alternative Names Kumarave, Elango K.

Relatives Information not publicly available

Did You Know

Trivia

Before cinema, he was active in theatre — including classical and historical plays (for example, plays based on works by Western playwrights like Molière and Camus, translated into Tamil).
He comes from a theatre background and made the switch to cinema — which gave him a strong foundation in acting and performance arts.
He has sometimes voiced concern about being typecast: in an interview he reportedly said he was “afraid of being typecast,” and expressed interest in exploring different kinds of roles.

Trademarks

He started in theatre — which gives his acting more depth, especially in character & supporting roles.
Not only actor — also screenwriter, dubbing artist, theatre‑director/performer.

Nicknames

Elango
Kumaravel

Frequently Asked Questions

01

What is Elango Kumaravel famous for?

He is known for his impactful roles in Tamil cinema and for co-writing the screenplay of Ponniyin Selvan with Mani Ratnam.

02

Is Elango Kumaravel involved in theatre?

Yes, he is a founding member of Magic Lantern theatre group and has been active in major stage productions across Tamil Nadu.

03

Has Elango Kumaravel directed any plays?

Yes, he has directed several historical and mythological plays such as Vaali Vadham and Ravana.

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Elango Kumaravel Tamil Actor Writer Ponniyin Selvan Biography Theatre Tamil Cinema Magic Lantern Character Actor

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