Manivannan

Manivannan was a celebrated Indian actor, director, and writer in the Tamil film industry. Known for his versatility and sharp dialogue delivery, he appeared in over 400 films, often playing villains,... Read more

Manivannan was a celebrated Indian actor, director, and writer in the Tamil film industry. Known for his versatility and sharp dialogue delivery, he appeared in over 400 films, often playing villains, comedic roles, or socially conscious characters. As a director, he helmed more than 50 films, including classics like Amaidhi Padai, Pudhu Manithan, and Chinna Thambi Periya Thambi. Born in Sulur, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, Manivannan began his career as a story and dialogue writer before becoming one of the most influential character actors and filmmakers in modern Tamil cinema. Show less