Ponnambalam actor biography sample
Ponnambalam (actor)
Indian actor
Ponnambalam | |
|---|---|
| Born | () 11 November (age&#;61)[1] |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, stuntman, director |
| Years&#;active | –present |
Ponnambalam (born 11 November ) is an Indian actor and stuntman who has predominantly appeared in Tamil-language films.[2] He is best recognizable for playing antagonistic roles in Indian films during the s, notably appearing in films such as Nattamai (), Muthu () and Amarkalam ().[3] Later in his career, Ponnambalam also appeared in a few leading roles, while also taking up the mantle of director and producer.[4]
Career
Ponnambalam made his debut in cinema as a stuntman, and often appeared as an extra fighter in films, starring in small roles in films including Apoorva Sagodharargal () and Michael Madana Kama Rajan ().
As a result of his proficiency as a stuntman, he later received the nickname "Spare Parts" Ponnambalam as no part of his body was ever injured or fractured.[5] He made a breakthrough as an actor following the success of P. Vasu's Walter Vetrivel (), and subsequently starred in several prominent Tamil films in the s in villainous roles.
Notable characters he portrayed including his work in Nattamai (), Muthu () and Amarkalam (). Ponnambalam also played the lead roles in film including the action drama Muthal Echarikkai () and Ammaiyappa (), where he featured alongside actress Roshini.
Reviewing the film, a critic noted "the movie does minuscule other than prove conclusively that Ponnambalam is not cut out to be a hero", and that "though he picks a role that suits his erect, emotes surprisingly well and fights aggressively, his looks make it difficult for us to allow him as a conventional head man".[6]
Ponnambalam turned director and producer through the film, Pattaya Kelappu, starring Sriman in the head role.
Ponnambalam (Actor) - Biography and Filmography - showtimes.com: Ponnambalam (born 11 November ) is an Indian actor and stuntman who has predominantly appeared in Tamil-language films. [2] He is best known for playing antagonistic roles in Indian films during the s, notably appearing in films such as Nattamai (), Muthu () and Amarkalam (). [3].Despite beginning in , the film had a delayed release, while another directorial undertaking titled Thethi 32 was subsequently dropped.[7] Ponnambalam began a plan titled Idiyudan Koodiya Mazhai during , starring newcomers.
Despite starting production, the film was shelved and eventually did not own a theatrical release.[8] His acting commitments thereafter also decreased, with notable appearances in the period including roles as a village chief in Thamizh Padam () and characters in Venghai () and the historical drama, Ponnar Shankar ().
In , Ponnambalam took part in the second season of the reality demonstrate Bigg Boss Tamil hosted by Kamal Haasan. His stay in the house was controversial, as he was accused of making misogynistic comments against the female housemates, particularly against Yashika Aanand, Aishwarya Dutta, Mamathi Chari and Mumtaj and was nominated each week for the eviction from the second week of the show onwards.[9] He was evicted during the eighth week of the show during mid-August [10]
Personal life
Ponnambalam joined the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) in February , beginning a career in politics.[11] He campaigned for the AIADMK party in the Indian general election of [12] In June , he left the AIADMK and linked the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the presence of the Union Minister of State for Finance and Shipping, Pon Radhakrishnan.
On joining the party, Ponnambalam stated that no other party seemed "concerned about the welfare of people" and hence, he decided to join the BJP.[13][14]