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Elango Kumaravel

Born: August 27, 1965
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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

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 and co-writer of Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan films. Show less

ROLES
Actor, Writer
BIRTH PLACE
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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

Filmography

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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