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Vadivelu
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Vadivelu in 2016
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| Born | Vadivelu 10 October[1] |
| Other names | Vaigai Puyal, Vadivel |
| Occupation | Film actor, playback singer, comedian |
| Years active | 1988-present |
Vedivelu is an Indian film actor, comedian and playback singer. Since the 1990s, he performed supporting roles as a comedian in Tamil films and is renowned for his slapstick comedies. While having worked in over 200 films, Vadivelu received awards in the Best Comedian category for his performances in Kaalam Maari Pochu (1996), Vetri Kodi Kattu (2000), Thavasi (2001), Chandramukhi (2005), Imsai Arasan 23m Pulikesi (2006), Marudhamalai (2007) and Kathavarayan (2008). His popularity led to his media-coined nickname, Vaigai Puyal, meaning "the storm from the Vaigai River[2] which flows through his hometown Madurai.
Biography
Starting as a sidekick to the famed Goundamani-Senthil comedy duo, Vadivelu rose to prominence after his role in Kadhalan (1994), although his debut film was En Thangai Kalyani directed by T. Rajendar. Second movie was En Rasavin Manasile (1991), directed by Kasthoori Raja. Some of his most famous movies are Friends, Bharathi Kannamma, Vetri Kodi Kattu, Winner, Giri, Thalainagaram, Marudhamalai and Chandramukhi. The actor played the lead in the blockbuster Imsai Arasan 23am Pulikesi (2006) where he played a dual role of twin brothers. His next film in a lead role was Indiralogathil Na Azhagappan (2008), which was however a big failure.
On 21 September 2008, Vadivelu's residence in the Saligramam neighbourhood in Chennai was pelted with stones by a gang, leaving several windows and furniture smashed and damaged. The actor had taken refuge in a room in his home and was safe. Vadivelu is said to have suspected Vijayakanth because of a recent case he had filed against Vijayakanth for assault and the final court hearing was to take place the next day. He suspected that the attack may have occurred to prevent Vadivelu from attending the hearing.[3] As a result, Vadivelu filed another case against Vijayakanth for attempted murder. He later mentioned his interest in competing against Vijayakanth in the next assembly elections and "teaching him a lesson." In response, actor Vijayakanth told a press meet on 22 September that Vadivelu's allegations are based on hearsay.[4][5]
In 2010, Vadivelu held a press conference, accusing fellow comedian and actor Singamuthu for forgery and financial cheating. Vadivelu, who was previously friends with Singamuthu, purchased land from him but later came to learn that the documents were void. This resulted in the former taking legal action on the latter.[6][7]
During the legislative assembly elections that took place in Tamil Nadu during April 2011, Vadivelu vehemently campaigned for the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and its alliance. During his public speeches, he predominantly condemned politician and actor Vijayakanth, whose party, the Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK), allied with the opposition party All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), headed by Jayalalithaa. His allegations of Vijayakanth included him being a "drunkard". In a campaign speech in Tiruvarur, Vadivelu stated that "(his) only aim is to sweep out Vijayakanth's whole team and to campaign vigorously for DMK's victory". Vadivelu was criticised as being biased, only supporting a DMK-led victory for personal gains and not once mentioning anything against the official opposition, the AIADMK, or its leader.[8][9] In a turn of events, the election was eventually successful for the AIADMK alliance, while Vijayakanth was victorious by a significant margin in his own constituency. Vadivelu later admitted his defeat and warned that he hopes to see Vijayakanth fulfill his role as an elected politician.
Afterward, Vadivelu became absent from media appearances and took a two-year hiatus from acting. He signed up to play a double role in the film Tenaliraman, his third film as hero. The film did decent business at the box office.
Comedy style
Vadivelu's roles involve heavy use of slapstick and puns, which has led him to be typecast. His comedy sequences typically end with him getting soundly thrashed and a closing one-liner from him bemoaning his situation or antagonists. His popularity could be ascribed to the general audience being able to identify with him thanks to his rustic looks, accent and body language. He has worked in over 275 films.[10][11]
Discography
This is a list of songs sung by Vadivelu.
| No | Song | Film | Music Director |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Poda Poda Punnakku | En Rasavin Manasile | Ilayaraaja |
| 2 | Ettanaa Irundha | Ellame En Rasathan | Ilayaraaja |
| 3 | Ammanikki Adangi | Rajavin Parvaiyile | Ilayaraaja |
| 4 | Paalu Paalu Nepaalu | Thaikulame Thaikulame | Deva |
| 5 | Vaadi Potta Pulla Veliye | Kaalam Maari Pochu | Deva |
| 6 | Yaanai Yaanai | Sakthi | R. Anand |
| 7 | Rayilu Rayilu | Bharathi Kannamma | Deva |
| 8 | Luck Luck | Thadayam | Deva |
| 9 | Ponnumani Ponnumani Poraale | Poonthottam | Ilayaraaja |
| 10 | Alwa Kodukiraan | Manaivikku Mariyadhai | Sirpy |
| 11 | Oothikadaa Machaan | Nesam Pudhusu | Bobby |
| 12 | Santhanamalligaiyil | Rajakaali Amman | S. A. Rajkumar |
| 13 | Therkathi Maappillai | Magalirkkaga | Indhiyan |
| 14 | Madurakaara Vivek | Looty | Deva |
| 15 | Naalu Adi Aaru | En Purushan Kuzhandhai Maadhiri | S. A. Rajkumar |
| 16 | Mathana Mathivathana | Maayan | Deva |
| 17 | Vikkalu | Bhagavathi | Deva |
| 18 | Unnai Naan | Kadhal Kirukkan | Deva |
| 19 | Kadhal Panna | Kovil | Harris Jayaraj |
| 20 | Orunnu Onnu | Aai | Srikanth Deva |
| 21 | Katunna Avalai Kattuvenda | Jaisurya | Deva |
| 22 | Alavudin Alama | Chanakya | Srikanth Deva |
| 23 | Vandhuta Vandhuta Vandhutaya | Kundakka Mandakka | Bharathwaj |
| 24 | Freeyaavudu | Aaru | Devi Sri Prasad |
| 25 | Aayiram Jannal Veedu | Vel | Yuvan Shankar Raja |
| 26 | Vanthanam Vanthanam | Indiralohathil Na Azhagappan | Sabesh-Murali |
| 27 | Mallika Sherawata | ||
| 28 | Thaayaaramma[12] | Seval | G. V. Prakash Kumar |
| 29 | Vaada Mappiley | Villu | Devi Sri Prasad |
| 30 | Rampappa[13] | Tenaliraman | D. Imman |
| 31 | Kannameya[14] | Eli | Vidhyasagar |
Vadivelu filmography
Vadivelu filmography
Vadivelu is an Indian film actor, comedian and playback singer. Since the 1990s, he has acted mainly as a comedian in Tamil films and is renowned for his slapstick comedies. Vadivelu has won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Comedian five times for his works in Kaalam Maari Pochu (1996), Vetri Kodi Kattu (2000), Thavasi (2001), Imsai Arasan 23m Pulikesi (2006) and Kathavarayan (2008). He has also won the Filmfare Award for Best Comedian – Tamil two times for his work in Chandramukhi (2005) and Imsai Arasan 23rd Pulikecei (2006) and was nominated once in the Best Supporting Actor – Tamil category for Aadhavan (2009). He also won the Vijay Award for Best Comedian for his work in Marudhamalai (2007) and was nominated three times in the Best Comedian category for his work in Aadhavan (2009), Nagaram (2010) and Kaavalan (2011). He has acted as a hero in four films to-date: Imsai Arasan 23rd Pulikecei (2006), Indiralohathil Na Azhagappan (2008), Tenaliraman (2014) and Eli (2015).
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