Suruli Rajan

Quick Info

Born January 14, 1938

Birth Place Periyakulam, Theni district, Tamil Nadu, India

Height 5′ 7″

Fan Score 55

Popularity 50

Roles Actor

Photos

Videos

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Suruli Rajan Comedy

SURULI RAJAN Comedy Collection

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Personal Details

Spouses Muthulakshmi Rajan

Children Shanmugavel Rajan, Senthilvel Rajan, Kumaravel Rajan

Parents Ponnaiya Pillai

Did You Know

Trivia

Suruli Rajan began his career in stage plays in Madurai before entering Tamil cinema.
He made his film debut with Iravum Pagalum (1965).
Known for portraying older characters even when he was young, which became a trademark.
He acted in over 50 films in a single year (1980), highlighting his prolific work rate.

Quotes

“Comedy is the art of making people forget their troubles for a while.”
“A good joke works only when it’s spoken from the heart.”

Trademarks

Distinctive dialogue delivery with exaggerated expressions.
Physical comedy and situational humor that resonated with rural and urban audiences alike.
Often played characters older than his real age.

Nicknames

Suruli

Frequently Asked Questions

01

When and where was Suruli Rajan born?

He was born on 14 January 1938 in Periyakulam, Theni district, Tamil Nadu, India.

02

Who was Suruli Rajan?

Suruli Rajan was a popular Tamil actor and comedian known for his distinctive dialogue delivery, expressive body language, and impeccable comic timing. He worked in numerous Tamil films during the 1960s and 1970s.

03

What are some of Suruli Rajan’s notable films?

Some of his memorable films include Thirumalai Thenkumari (1970), Aathi Parasakthi (1971), Manthoppu Kiliye (1979), and Iravum Pagalum (1965), among others.

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How did Suruli Rajan start his acting career?

After participating in stage plays in Madurai, Suruli Rajan moved to Chennai (then Madras) in the mid-1960s and made his film debut with Iravum Pagalum (1965), gradually establishing himself as a leading comedian.

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