Thyagarajan
ActingAbout Thyagarajan
Thiagarajan is an Indian actor, director and producer of Tamil films. He is the father of Tamil actor Prashanth. Thiagarajan made his acting debut with "Alaigal Oivathillai "appearing as the elder brother of film's lead actress Radha. The film became successful and offers poured in for him. His portrayal of jungle bandit in "Malaiyoor Mambattiyan" provided him major breakthrough in his career. He was also a part of successful films like "Neengal Kettavai", "Payum Puli". He acted in Malayalam film "New Delhi" which became successful and his portrayal of a goon received acclaim. The success of the film prompted Thiagarajan to make his directorial debut titled "Salem Vishnu" based on the character which he had played in that film.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Thyagarajan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 39 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Thyagarajan's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Thyagarajan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in PT Sir, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Thyagarajan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Thyagarajan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Thyagarajan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | PT Sir | GP | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Ponmagal Vandhal | Varadharajan | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Chekka Chivantha Vaanam | Chinnappadasan aka Chinnappa | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Yaman | Karunakaran | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Vaaimai | Dheenadayalan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Pachakallam | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Drohi | Narayanan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Bodyguard | Ashokettan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Adaikalam | Sathyamurthy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Shock | Paramasivan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Jai | Veerapandi | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Thilakkam | Maheswaran Thampi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Ravimama | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Sangharsha | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Magaadu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | No. 20 Madras Mail | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Salem Vishnu | Vishnu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1989 | State Rowdy | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Miss Pamela | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Oohakachavadam | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Anthima Theerpu | Nataraj Vishnu / Salem Vishnu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Abkari | Chidambaram | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Manu Uncle | Gomas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Oru Muthassi Katha | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | New Delhi | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | New Delhi | Nataraj Vishnu | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Raja Yuvaraja | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Neengal Kettavai | Arun | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Nalla Naal | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Roshagadu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Bhagavathipuram Railway Gate | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Paayum Puli | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Malaiyoor Mambattiyan | Mambattiyan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Nenjangal | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Billa Ranga | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Garuda Saukiyama | Muthukrishnan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Daiviyin Thiruvilaiyadal | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Tik Tik Tik | Victor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Alaigal Oyivadhilai | David | Average | Similar → |
Thyagarajan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Thyagarajan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Thyagarajan is "PT Sir" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Thyagarajan acted in?
Thyagarajan has been featured in at least 39 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Thyagarajan?
Other notable films include "Tik Tik Tik", "Manu Uncle", and "Neengal Kettavai".