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Rising Talent
Soori, born on August 27, 1977, in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, is a prominent Indian actor and comedian in Tamil cinema. Known for his natural humor and rural charm
Soori, born on August 27, 1977, in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, is a prominent Indian actor and comedian in Tamil cinema. Known for his natural humor and rural charm
Soori, born on August 27, 1977, in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, is a prominent Indian actor and comedian in Tamil cinema. Known for his natural humor and rural charm, he gained fame with films like Varuthapadatha Valibar Sangam (2013). His versatility shone in serious roles too, notably in Viduthalai: Part 1 (2023). Apart from acting, he has also contributed as a writer in the Tamil film industry.
Soori, born on August 27, 1977, in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, is a prominent Indian
actor and comedian in Tamil cinema. Known for his natural humor and rural charm, he gained fame with films like Varuthapadatha Valibar Sangam (2013). His versatility shone in serious roles too, notably in Viduthalai: Part 1 (2023). Apart from acting, he has also contributed as a writer in the Tamil film industry.
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Personal details
- Alternative names Parotta Soori, Comedy Soori, Soori Muthuchamy
- Height 5′ 9″ (1.75 m)
- Born August 27, 1977 · Madurai
- Relatives Mahalakshmi
- Other works
- Social Contributor – Involved in charity activities and rural welfare events, Brand Collaborator – Appears in regional advertisements and public campaigns
Parents
Muthusamy
FAQ
Soori's birth name is Ramalakshmanan Muthuchamy. He was born on August 27, 1977, in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
He earned the nickname “Parotta Soori” after a comedic scene in the film Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu (2009), where his character participates in a parotta eating competition.
Soori is known for his performances in Jilla (2014), Varuthapadatha Valibar Sangam (2013), and his critically acclaimed lead role in Viduthalai: Part 1 (2023).
Yes, Soori appeared in the television series Thirumathi Selvam (2007–2008) as the character Amirtham on Sun TV.
Soori is approximately 1.80 meters (5 feet 11 inches) tall
Yes, Soori married Mahalakshmi in 2009, and the couple has two children.
Soori's recent film Maaman (2025), which he also wrote, was released on May 16, 2025. He is also working on the upcoming film Mandaadi
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Trivia
Early Struggles: Soori moved from Madurai to Chennai in 1996 with aspirations of becoming an actor. Facing initial setbacks, he took up jobs as a cleaner and painter to support himself.
Breakthrough Role: His major breakthrough came with the film Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu (2009), where a comedic scene involving a parotta-eating competition earned him the nickname "Parotta Soori"
Quotes
Vijay Award: Soori won the Vijay Award for Best Comedian in 2017 for his role in Sangili Bungili Kadhava Thorae.
Trademarks
Soori earned the nickname "Parotta Soori" following a memorable comedic scene in Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu (2009), where his character impressively consumes 50 parottas in a food challenge. This performance became a defining moment in his career and remains a fan favorite.
Nicknames
Parotta Soori
Comedy Soori
Salaries
As of 2025, Tamil actor Soori commands a remuneration ranging between ₹6 crore and ₹10 crore per film. This significant increase in his salary reflects his successful transition from a supporting comedian to a leading actor in the Tamil film industry.
For his role in Viduthalai Part 2 (2023), Soori reportedly received a salary of ₹8 crore, underscoring his rising prominence and the critical acclaim he garnered for his performance.
Beyond his film earnings, Soori's estimated annual income from digital platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok ranges between $184,800 and $253,400 (approximately ₹1.5 crore to ₹2.1 crore), indicating his substantial online presence and influence.
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