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Y. G. Mahendran is a renowned Indian actor, playwright, and theater director in the Tamil entertainment industry. Known for his comic timing, versatility, and contributions to Tamil theater, he began his artistic journey in 1961 with his father’s theater troupe, eventually acting in over 10,000 stage performances. He made his film debut with Navagraham (1970) and gained recognition for roles in movies like Ha Ram, Irandam Ulagam, Thalaivaa, and Pattaya Kelappu. Born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Y. G. Mahendran hails from a prominent artistic family and has played a pivotal role in shaping modern Tamil theater and comedy in cinema.
Y. G. Mahendran is a renowned Indian actor, playwright, and theater director in the Tamil entertainment industry. Known for his comic timing, versatility, and contributions to Tamil theater, he began his artistic journey in 1961 with his father’s theater troupe, eventually acting in over 10,000 stage performances. He made his film debut with Navagraham (1970) and gained recognition for roles in movies like Ha Ram, Irandam Ulagam, Thalaivaa, and Pattaya Kelappu. Born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Y. G. Mahendran hails from a prominent artistic family and has played a pivotal role in shaping modern Tamil theater and comedy in cinema.
Y. G. Mahendran is a celebrated Indian actor, playwright, and theater director who has made significant contributions to the Tamil entertainment industry. Born on 9 January 1950 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, he grew up in a family deeply rooted in the arts; his father, Y. G. Parthasarathy, was a pioneering theater personality and founder of the “United Amateur Artists” (UAA) troupe. Y. G. Mahendran began his artistic journey at a young age, performing in his father’s theater productions from 1961 and eventually participating in over 10,000 stage performances. He made his cinematic debut in the Tamil film Navagraham (1970) and went on to act in numerous films including Ha Ram, Irandam Ulagam, Thalaivaa, and Pattaya Kelappu, often being recognized for his impeccable comic timing and versatile roles. Beyond acting, Mahendran has contributed as a playwright, writing and directing several notable stage productions, and has occasionally lent his voice as a singer in select projects.
Y. G. Mahendran is a celebrated Indian actor, playwright, and theater director
who has made significant contributions to the Tamil entertainment industry. Born on 9 January 1950 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, he grew up in a family deeply rooted in the arts; his father, Y. G. Parthasarathy, was a pioneering theater personality and founder of the “United Amateur Artists” (UAA) troupe. Y. G. Mahendran began his artistic journey at a young age, performing in his father’s theater productions from 1961 and eventually participating in over 10,000 stage performances. He made his cinematic debut in the Tamil film Navagraham (1970) and went on to act in numerous films including Ha Ram, Irandam Ulagam, Thalaivaa, and Pattaya Kelappu, often being recognized for his impeccable comic timing and versatile roles. Beyond acting, Mahendran has contributed as a playwright, writing and directing several notable stage productions, and has occasionally lent his voice as a singer in select projects.
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- Alternative names Y. G. Mahendran, Maha, Mahendran
- Height 5′ 8″
- Born January 09, 1950 · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Spouses
- Sudha Mahendran
- Other works
- Actor, Writer, Director, Singer
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Y. G. Mahendran is a veteran Tamil actor, comedian, playwright, and theater director known for his contributions to Tamil cinema and stage plays.
He is famous for his impeccable comic timing in Tamil films and his remarkable contributions to Tamil theater, with over 10,000 stage performances.
Y. G. Mahendran is married to Sudha Mahendran, and they have two children – Madhuvanthi Arun and Harshvardhan.
His debut film was Navagraham (1970), which marked the beginning of his long career in Tamil cinema.
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Y. G. Mahendran hails from a prominent Tamil artistic family; his father, Y. G. Parthasarathy, founded the United Amateur Artists (UAA) theater troupe.
He began performing in theater at a very young age, eventually participating in over 10,000 stage performances.
He made his film debut with Navagraham (1970) and became known for his comic timing and versatility in Tamil cinema.
Quotes
“Theater is life; cinema is its reflection.”
“Comedy is not just laughter; it’s a way to connect with the audience.”
Trademarks
Signature comic timing and humor on stage and screen.
Expertise in both theater and cinema acting.
Ability to blend classical Tamil theater traditions with modern storytelling.
Nicknames
Maha, Mahendran
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