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Y. G. Mahendran

Born: January 9, 1950

Y. G. Mahendran Poster

FAN SCORE

55

POPULARITY

50

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... Read more

ROLES

Actor, Singer, Writer, Director

HEIGHT

5′ 8″

BIRTH PLACE

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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Quick Info

Born January 9, 1950

Birth Place Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Height 5′ 8″

Fan Score 55

Popularity 50

Roles Actor, Singer, Writer, Director

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Videos

Y.G .Mahendran : I'm Never Going to Retire

YG Mahendran Interview

Y. G. Mahendran at Irukku Aana Illa Movie Press Meet

YG Mahendran’s Sivaji Memories

Y G.Mahendran at 12Noon Feature Films Press Meet

Personal Details

Alternative Names Y. G. Mahendran, Maha, Mahendran

Spouses Sudha Mahendran

Did You Know

Trivia

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

Frequently Asked Questions

01

Who is Y. G. Mahendran?

Y. G. Mahendran is a veteran Tamil actor, comedian, playwright, and theater director known for his contributions to Tamil cinema and stage plays.

02

What is Y. G. Mahendran famous for?

He is famous for his impeccable comic timing in Tamil films and his remarkable contributions to Tamil theater, with over 10,000 stage performances.

03

Who is Y. G. Mahendran’s wife?

Y. G. Mahendran is married to Sudha Mahendran, and they have two children – Madhuvanthi Arun and Harshvardhan.

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What was Y. G. Mahendran’s first film?

His debut film was Navagraham (1970), which marked the beginning of his long career in Tamil cinema.

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