Maran (actor)
Maran | |
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Born | Manimaran 4 June 1972 Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India |
Died | 12 May 2021 Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India | (aged 48)
Nationality | Indian |
Other names | Ghilli Maran, Chengalpattu Maran |
Occupation(s) | actor, singer |
Known for | Ghilli |
Maran also known as Ghilli Maran (4 June 1972 – 12 May 2021) was an Indian actor and singer who primarily featured as a comedian in films.
Personal life
He was born to Naagammal and Nagappan, in Naththam, Chengalpet district. He has 2 sisters and 4 brothers. He was married to Clara Manimaran and the couple have a daughter, Nivya Angel.
Career
He made his big-screen debut in the 2002 film Ezhumalai, playing a minor role. He then played the role of a kabaddi player in Dharani's directorial Ghilli (2004) which became a box office success. He is known for playing the role of Vijay's friend in the sports drama film.[1] Maran's performance as a henchman in Thalainagaram was also lauded by audience where he featured alongside veteran comedian Vadivelu.[1] He was seen posthumously in film Sarpatta Parambarai and Anti Indian.[2]
In addition, he had also performed gaana songs at concerts at his home town.[3]
Filmography
- All films are in Tamil, unless otherwise noted.
Year | Film | Role | Notes |
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2002 | Ezhumalai | Anandaraj's henchman | |
2004 | Ghilli | Saravanavelu's teammate | |
2006 | Dishyum | Maran | |
2006 | Thalainagaram | Henchman who argues with Naai Sekar | |
2007 | Deepavali | Fisherman | |
2008 | Kuruvi | ||
2008 | Pathu Pathu | Pickpocket | |
2009 | Vettaikaran | Ravi's friend | |
2010 | Boss Engira Bhaskaran | ||
2011 | Vandhaan Vendraan | ||
2013 | Pattathu Yaanai | ||
2016 | Velainu Vandhutta Vellaikaaran | ||
2017 | Julieum 4 Perum | ||
2018 | KGF: Chapter 1 | Kannada film | |
2019 | Sangathamizhan | Raghu | |
2021 | Sarpatta Parambarai | Maanja Kannan | Posthumous Release |
2021 | Anti Indian | Posthumous Release |
Death
Maran died on 12 May 2021 at the age of 48 due to COVID-19.[3] He underwent treatment at the Chengalpet Government Hospital where he was hospitalized two days prior to his death.[4][5]
References
- ^ a b The Hindu Net Desk (12 May 2021). "'Ghilli' actor Maran dies of COVID-19". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 12 May 2021.
- ^ "Tamil actor Maran dies of Covid-19 at 48". Hindustan Times. 12 May 2021. Retrieved 12 May 2021.
- ^ a b Janani K. (12 May 2021). "Ghilli actor Maran dies of Covid-19 at 48 in Chengalpet". India Today. Retrieved 12 May 2021.
- ^ "Tamil actor Maran passes away from COVID-19 complications". www.zoomtventertainment.com. Retrieved 12 May 2021.
- ^ "Tamil actor Maran passes away due to Covid-19 complications". The Indian Express. 12 May 2021. Retrieved 12 May 2021.
- 1972 births
- 2021 deaths
- 21st-century Tamil male actors
- Indian male comedians
- Indian male film actors
- Male actors in Tamil cinema
- Tamil comedians
- Tamil male actors
- 21st-century Indian male singers
- 21st-century Indian singers
- Indian folk singers
- People from Kanchipuram district
- Deaths from the COVID-19 pandemic in India