Sakthi Chidambaram | |
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Born | C. Dhinakaran |
Occupation(s) | Screenwriter, Film director, Actor |
Years active | 1992–present |
Spouse | Radha |
Sakthi N Chidambaram (born Dinakar), [1] is an Indian film director and screenwriter, who directs Tamil films.
His real name is C. Dhinakaran. He first wrote the dialogues for the films Kottai Vaasal (1992), Veettai Paaru Naattai Paaru (1994), Uzhiyan (1994) and Pathavi Pramanam (1994). Chidambaram made his directorial debut in 1997 with Samrat , starring Ramki, a remake of Hindi film Baazigar . In 1998, he directed the film Vettu Onnu Thundu Rendu , starring Mansoor Ali Khan in the lead role. Both films were failures. [2]
After a gap, he changed his name and directed Ennamma Kannu (2000) with Sathyaraj. The film received mixed reviews and did well. [3] The success of the film prompted director and actor to reunite to make Mr. Narathar with Abbas, Mumtaj and Divyaa Unni also joining the cast. Despite nearly completing shoot, the project was shelved and remains unreleased. [4] [5] His next directorial project, Charlie Chaplin (2002), was a hit, and its success led to various remakes in other languages. He created a record in Tamil cinema as it became the first to be remade in six Indian languages, including in Bollywood. [6] His other projects, Inidhu Inidhu Kadhal Inidhu (2003) and Kadhal Kirukkan (2003), became box office disasters. [7] [8]
In 2004, he again collaborated with Sathyaraj with Maha Nadigan , a satire on cinema and politics. [9] The film faced controversy prior to its release for its mockery of Tamil actors and politicians. In late 2004, he agreed to collaborate with Sathyaraj again in a project titled Saddam Hussein, but the project did not continue. [10] In 2005, he briefly worked on the production of a film titled Pattasu with Sibiraj, Vikranth and Chaya Singh, but the film did not complete production. [11]
Sakthi again directed Sathyaraj in Englishkaran (2005) and Kovai Brothers (2006), both successful. [12] [13] Sakthi has produced five screenplays which are Kovai Brothers (2006), Viyabari (2007), Sandai (2008), Rajadhi Raja (2009) and Guru Sishyan (2010). For the movie Kaavalan (2011), Sakthi bought Tamil Nadu rights. [14]
In 2012, Sakthi Chidambaram began work on a film titled Machan and immediately speculation arose that Namitha, who has appeared in several of the director's previous films as well as being closely associated with the title, would play a pivotal part in the film. [15] It was later announced that Siva Karthikeyan would play the lead role in the film alongside Dhansika, though the pair were later replaced by a new cast including Ramesh Aravind and comedians Vivek and Karunas. [16] Despite the release of a trailer and soundtrack, the film did not have a theatrical release. [17] [18]
His next Charlie Chaplin 2 (2019), a comedy entertainer and a sequel to his 2002 blockbuster with the same name. But this sequel has no connection to the original except Prabhu Deva and Prabhu. [19]
Year | Film | Notes |
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1997 | Samrat | |
1998 | Vettu Onnu Thundu Rendu | |
2000 | Ennamma Kannu | |
2002 | Charlie Chaplin | |
2003 | Inidhu Inidhu Kadhal Inidhu | |
2003 | Kadhal Kirukkan | |
2004 | Maha Nadigan | |
2005 | Englishkaran | |
2006 | Kovai Brothers | |
2007 | Viyabari | |
2008 | Sandai | |
2009 | Rajadhi Raja | |
2010 | Guru Sishyan | |
2019 | Charlie Chaplin 2 | |
2021 | Pei Mama | |
2024 | Jolly O Gymkhana | |
Year | Film | Role | Notes |
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1992 | Kottai Vaasal | Periyavar's assistant | |
1994 | Uzhiyan | Govindaraj's assistant | |
1999 | Jodi | Prashanth's friend | Credited as Dinakar |
2007 | Vyabari | Cameo appearance in song "Vyabari" | |
2013 | Thillu Mullu | Film director | Cameo appearance |
Shakthi N Chidambaramhas bought the Tamil Nadu rights for Kaavalan (2011). [20]
Year | Film | Song | Notes |
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2002 | Charlie Chaplin | Shansha Shalpasha | |
2003 | Kadhal Kirukkan | Hey Penne | |
2008 | Sandai | Maduraikara Ponnu | |
2013 | Machan | Nanba Enna Marandhuttiya | |
2019 | Charlie Chaplin 2 | Kadhal Oru Kannadi | |
2021 | Pei Mama | Hey Enna Vechu, Maattikitanda, Pei Ottum | |
Shakthi N Chidambaram lashed out at actress Suhasini for giving bad reviews of his film Rajadhi Raja (2009). [21] [22]
Rangaraj Subbiah, known professionally as Sathyaraj, is an Indian actor, producer, director and a media personality who appears predominantly in Tamil films. He also appears in works in Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi. He is a recipient of three Filmfare Award South and three Tamil Nadu State Film Awards.
Viyabari ( transl. Businessman) is a 2007 Indian Tamil-language science fiction comedy film directed and produced by Sakthi Chidambaram. The film stars S. J. Suryah in a dual role as a businessman and his clone, alongside an ensemble cast that includes Tamannaah Bhatia, Prakash Raj, Namitha, Malavika, Vadivelu, Santhanam, Seetha, and Nassar. The musical score was composed by Deva. Cinematography was handled by M. V. Panneerselvam, and editing was done by S. Suraj Kavee. The film was released on 11 July 2007.
Kovai Brothers is a 2006 Tamil-language comedy spoof film written, produced, and directed by Sakthi Chidambaram. The film stars Sathyaraj, Sibiraj, Vadivelu, Namitha, Uma and Kovai Sarala. The music was composed by D. Imman. The film was dubbed in Telugu as Pokiri Brothers.
Sibi Sathyaraj is an Indian actor working in the Tamil film industry. He is the son of actor Sathyaraj.
Sandai (transl. Fight) is a 2008 Tamil-language action comedy film directed by Sakthi Chidambaram. The film stars Sundar C, Nadhiya, Namitha and Ramya Raj, while Vivek, Lalu Alex, and Mithun Tejasvi, among others, play supporting roles. The music was composed by Dhina with cinematography done by K. S. Selva Raj and editing by G. Sasikumar. The film was released on 21 March 2008.
Student No.1 is a 2003 Indian Tamil-language coming of age action film directed by Selva. The film starring Sibiraj in his debut and Sherin in lead role while also features Manivannan, Yugendran and Nassar among others. This movie is a remake of the 2001 Telugu film of the same name. Student Number 1 was panned by critics and flopped at the box office.
Maha Nadigan is a 2004 Indian Tamil-language political satire film written and directed by Sakthi Chidambaram starring Sathyaraj, Manoj and P. Vasu.
Englishkaran (transl. Englishman) is a 2005 Tamil-language comedy film. It stars Sathyaraj and Namitha, while Vadivelu, Madhumitha Siva Balaji, and Santhanam play supporting roles. "Englishkaran" with the tagline "Tamizh Vazhga" is a film from the hit combo from Sathyaraj and Shakthi Chidambaram whose earlier ventures Ennamma Kannu and Maha Nadigan were hits. Englishkaran also has humour, glamour, many puns and is based on a strong theme paced with whimsy humour. The film opened to positive reviews.
Rajadhi Raja is a 2009 Tamil language action thriller film written and directed by Sakthi Chidambaram and produced by Radha Sakthi Chidambaram. It stars Lawrence Raghavendra, Mumtaj, Snigdha Akolkar, Kamna Jethmalani, Meenakshi, and Karunas. The film was released on 15 May 2009 and received extremely negative reviews. It was later dubbed in Hindi as Kasam Paida Karnewale Ki.
Kathavarayan is a 2008 Tamil language action comedy-drama film written and directed by Salangai Durai starring Karan, Vidisha, and Vadivelu. The music was composed by Srikanth Deva with cinematography by A. Karthik Raja and editing by Peter Babiya. The film released on 30 May 2008.
Snehan is the 1st executive committee member of Makkal Needhi Maiam party. In the year 2018 he entered politics with Makkal Needhi Maiam and contested in the Lok Sabha election. In 2021 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly election, he contested on behalf of Makkal Needhi Maiam as a candidate for Virugambakkam Constituency. Born as the eighth son in a farmer family with 6 elder brothers and 1 elder sister, Snehan, a qualified Intermediate teacher, started to write songs in the year 2000. After serving as an assistant to poet Vairamuthu, he began working as a lyricist in the film Putham Pudhiya Poove and has written lyrics for more than 2500 songs and has worked in more than 750 films. Snehan has since also appeared in films as an actor and made his acting debut with Yogi (2009).
Guru Sishyan is a 2010 Tamil-language action comedy film directed by Sakthi Chidambaram. It stars Sathyaraj and Sundar C. in the lead roles. The title was taken from the 1988 film of the same name.
Samar is a 2013 Indian Tamil-language mystery action-adventure film written and directed by Thiru. It stars Vishal, Trisha and Sunaina, with Manoj Bajpayee and J. D. Chakravarthy as the main antagonists. While Sampath Raj, John Vijay, Sriman, Jayaprakash and Azhagam Perumal plays other supporting roles. Richard M. Nathan handled the cinematography, while the film's soundtrack and score were composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja. Later on, it was dubbed in Hindi as Gabbar Sher in 2016. The story revolves around a trekking guide, who arrived at Bangkok for meeting her girlfriend, and witnesses a series of puzzling incidents there. After several delays finally the film was released on 13 January 2013.
Kadhal Kirukkan is a 2003 Indian Tamil-language romantic thriller film, written and directed by Sakthi Chidambaram, starring Parthiban, Richa Pallod and Vineeth. The film is a remake of the 2002 Hindi film Deewangee.
Uma Shankari is an Indian actress who appeared in regional Indian language films.
Ennamma Kannu is a 2000 Indian Tamil-language film, written and directed by Sakthi Chidambaram. The film stars Sathyaraj and Devayani, with Ranjith and Vadivelu in key roles. It was released on 16 June 2000. The name of the film was inspired by a song from Mr. Bharath, which also starred Sathyaraj. The film was remade in Telugu as Ramma Chilakamma in 2001.
Inidhu Inidhu Kadhal Inidhu is a 2003 Indian Tamil-language buddy romance film directed by Sakthi Chidambaram, and produced by Ramoji Rao. The film stars Jai Akash reprising his role from the original and Neha, with Hamsavardhan and Monica in supporting roles. A remake of the 2001 Telugu film Anandam, it was released on 9 May 2003.
Singamuthu is an Indian actor who has appeared in Tamil language films as a comedian.
Charlie Chaplin 2 is a 2019 Indian Tamil-language action comedy film directed by Shakthi Chidambaram. The film stars Prabhu Deva, Nikki Galrani and Prabhu. The film is a sequel to 2002 film Charlie Chaplin. The music for the film is scored by Amresh Ganesh. The film is produced by T. Siva under the production banner Amma Creations. The film released on 25 January 2019 to negative reviews.
Evergreen Movie International is an Indian film production and distribution company headed by V. A. Durai. The studio collaborated with actor Sathyaraj and director Sakthi Chidambaram on multiple ventures in the early 2000s, before running into financial trouble through the making of Bala's Pithamagan (2003).
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