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Pasupathy

Born: May 18, 1969
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FAN SCORE
75
POPULARITY
70

Pasupathy is a versatile and acclaimed Tamil actor known for his intense performances and powerful screen presence. Beginning his career in theatre with Koothu-P-Pattarai, he made his breakthrough in... Read more

Pasupathy is a versatile and acclaimed Tamil actor known for his intense performances and powerful screen presence. Beginning his career in theatre with Koothu-P-Pattarai, he made his breakthrough in Tamil cinema with the film Virumaandi (2004). Over the years, Pasupathy has played a wide range of characters—from villains to emotional and comedic roles—earning critical acclaim for his natural acting style and deep voice. He has also acted in a few Malayalam and Telugu films and continues to be a sought-after actor in Tamil cinema. Show less

ROLES
Actor
HEIGHT
5′ 9″
BIRTH PLACE
Maduravoyal, Chennai

Quick Info

Born May 18, 1969
Birth Place Maduravoyal, Chennai
Height 5′ 9″
Fan Score 75
Popularity 70
Roles Actor

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Personal Details

Alternative Names Pasupathy Masilamani
Spouses Surya

Did You Know

Trivia
  • Pasupathy started his career in theatre with Koothu-P-Pattarai before entering Tamil cinema.
    He gained widespread recognition with Virumaandi (2004), directed by Kamal Haasan.
    Known for choosing challenging and character-driven roles rather than mainstream hero roles.
    Has acted in Tamil, Malayalam, and Telugu films.
    Praised for his natural dialogue delivery and intense screen presence.
Quotes
  • “Theater gave me everything—my voice, my identity, my confidence.”
    “I choose roles that help me grow as an actor, not just for popularity.”
Trademarks
  • Deep, powerful voice.
    Realistic and intense acting style.
    Ability to portray complex characters with emotional depth.
    Strong screen presence that dominates key scenes.
Nicknames
  • Pasupathy, Pasupathy Masilamani
Salaries
  • Estimated ₹50–80 Lakhs per film

Frequently Asked Questions

01

When did Pasupathy start his acting career?

Pasupathy began his acting career in theatre with Koothu-P-Pattarai before transitioning to films in the early 2000s.

02

Which film gave Pasupathy his breakthrough role?

His breakthrough came with Virumaandi (2004), directed by Kamal Haasan, where he played a powerful antagonist.

03

Has Pasupathy acted in other languages besides Tamil?

Yes, he has appeared in a few Malayalam and Telugu films as well.

04

What is Pasupathy known for in Tamil cinema?

He is known for his intense acting style, deep voice, strong screen presence, and versatile character roles.

05

Has Pasupathy won any awards?

Yes, he has received critical acclaim and awards for films like Veyyil and Sarpatta Parambarai.

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