Bharathiraja
Bharathiraja is an Indian actor, best known for Tamil cinema. Bharathiraja began their career in 1977 and has been a prominent figure in the industry for over 49 years. With over 90 credits to their name and an average audience rating of 6.2, Bharathiraja remains one of the most prolific and celebrated talents in the industry.
- Born
- Age
- 85
Biography
P. Bharathiraja is a South Indian filmmaker who works mainly in the Tamil film industry. Bharathiraja displayed a story-teller's potential from an early age. He is known for his realistic and sensitive portrayal of village-life in his movies.\r\nHe is well known for his work in 16 Vayathinile, Muthal Mariyathai, Vedham Pudhithu, Karuththamma, Kizhakku Cheemayile and Anthimanthaarai. He has won six National Film Awards, two Tamil Nadu State Film Awards and is also a recipient of other awards such as Filmfare Awards South, Cinema Express Awards and Nandi Awards.
Bharathiraja by the Numbers
If you watched every Bharathiraja film back-to-back, you'd be at it for roughly 8 days and 18h. Most-paired with Ilayaraja — 18 films together.
Filmography
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Collaboration Network
The Constellation
Top 10 most-paired collaborators. Bubble size and line thickness reflect how many films they share with Bharathiraja.
Top Co-Actors
See all →Bharathiraja has worked most frequently with Janagaraj (12 films), Vadivelu (5 films), Kamal Haasan (5 films), Raadhika Sarathkumar (5 films), and Manivannan (5 films).
Photos
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Family
Child
Nandana
Child
Manoj Bharathiraja
News & Stories
Margazhi Thingal team announced the cast of the film
17/5/2023
Ace director Bharathiraja turns 76
17/7/2017
14th Chennai International Film Festival Opening Ceremony Stills
6/1/2017