J. Mahendran
Also Known As: J. Mahendran, Mahendran J, J. Alexander, Alexander J, Alexander Mahendran, J Mahendiran, J Mahendhiran, Mahendhiran, Mahendiran, J.Mahendran, ஜே. மகேந்திரன்
Biography: J. Alexander, known professionally as Mahendran, was an Indian film director, screenwriter and actor, known for his work in the Tamil film industry. Mahendran is regarded as one of the greatest filmmakers of Tamil cinema and has influenced numerous filmmakers, writers and actors after him. After entering the film industry as a screenwriter, writing scripts for nearly 26 films, including the widely influential Thangappathakkam (1974), he made an immediate impact with his first directional venture Mullum Malarum (1978), starring Rajinikanth. Uthiripookkal (1979), Mahendran's next film, was based on a short story written by Pudumaipithan, and firmly established him as an important filmmaker in Tamil cinema. His subsequent works, such as Johnny (1980) and Nenjathai Killathe (1980), were acclaimed, with the latter winning three National Film Awards including the award for the Best Regional Film.
Department: Writing
Place of Birth: Ilaiyangudi, Madras Presidency, British India
Adult: No
Birthday: July 25, 1939
Age: 85 years old
Gender: Male
Deathday: April 02, 2019
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Theri
Overview: When an honest cop, Vijay Kumar's family is ruthlessly slaughtered by a politician and his aides, he decides to change his identity and commits his life to bring his daughter up in a serene atmosphere. But some freak events end up compromising his identity and what he does to save his daughter and avenge the death of his family unfurls as Theri.
Genres: Action Crime Thriller
Original Language: ta
Release Date: 2016-04-14
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Nimir
Overview: An amiable photographer in a small-town, who is nursing a breakup, unwittingly becomes embroiled in a street brawl that turns him into a man obsessed with revenge.
Genres: Comedy Thriller
Original Language: ta
Release Date: 2018-01-26
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Katamarayudu
Overview: A violent man Rayudu tries to redeem himself to impress the love of his life, until he gets pushed into a situation that forces him to act.
Genres: Action Family
Original Language: te
Release Date: 2017-03-24
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Seethakathi
Overview: A veteran theatre artist who lives for his art 'enters' the world of films. Can the film industry hold on to his inimitable artistry?
Genres: Comedy Drama
Original Language: ta
Release Date: 2018-12-20
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Mr. Chandramouli
Overview: Raghav, a professional boxer, finds himself in a fix when an unexpected turn of events gets him tangled in a battle between his passion, family and the love of his life.
Genres: Romance Action Family
Original Language: ta
Release Date: 2018-07-06
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Pon Manickavel
Overview: A cop tasked with investigating the murder of a judge finds out that a businessman might be the key to cracking the case.
Genres: Action Thriller
Original Language: ta
Release Date: 2021-11-19
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Ninaithathu Yaaro
Overview: A director changes the perception of love for a group of youngsters by narrating how he reclaimed his life because of his now-married lover and her understanding husband.
Genres: Drama Romance
Original Language: ta
Release Date: 2014-01-30
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Petta
Overview: A hostel warden becomes the target of a dreaded politician and his gangster son, but little do they realise that it is they who should fear him.
Genres: Drama Action
Original Language: ta
Release Date: 2019-01-10
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Boomerang
Overview: A guy who gets a face transplant done, following a fire accident, realises many are after his life. He sets out to find the reason for the same.
Genres: Action Thriller
Original Language: ta
Release Date: 2019-03-08
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Rustum
Overview: The disappearance of an honest IAS officer leads to his family seeking help from police, but to no avail. To their assistance arrives Abhishek, someone who happens to be there for them in times of need. But why does he want to help them? What is his real identity?
Genres: Action Drama
Original Language: kn
Release Date: 2019-06-28
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Kamaraj
Overview: The film is a biographical sketch of the former Chief Minister of the then Madras State and the All-India Congress Committee secretary and a respected national figure. The film starts with the young age of Kamaraj and ends with the funeral procession of the leader.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ta
Release Date: 2004-02-13
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Kombu Vatcha Singamda
Overview: Six friends, who follow Periyaar's ideologies, fall prey to the local caste politics that happens in their hometown. Who is the reason behind this and what happens after?
Genres: Drama Action
Original Language: ta
Release Date: 2022-01-13
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