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Pradeep Antony
Born
NationalityIndian
Other namesPradip Anthony
OccupationActor
Years active2016–present

Pradeep Antony is an Indian actor who predominantly appears in Tamil films and television shows. he is best known for appearing as a contestant on the reality show Bigg Boss (Tamil season 7) which aired on Star Vijay in 2023.[1][2][3] [4]

He has also appeared in various different Tamil films such as Aruvi (2016), Vaazhl (2021) and Dada (2023).[5]

Career

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Pradeep started working in Kollywood in 2016 debuting in the film Aruvi. His recently released films include Vaazhl (2021) where he played the lead and Dada (2023).[6][7][8][9]

Pradeep was a participant in the seventh season of reality TV show Bigg Boss. However he was ejected on day 35.[10][11][12]

Controversy

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Pradeep was ejected from the show Bigg Boss (Tamil season 7) by host Kamal Haasan on the basis of behaving inappropriately in terms of making inapproriate and sexual remarks towards female constestans, creating an environment of discomfort and unease. He was not given a chance to explain himself.[13][14]

Filmography

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Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2016 Aruvi Peter Debut film [15]
2021 Vaazhl Prakash [16]
2023 Dada Saravanan [17]

Television

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Year Show Role Network Notes
2019 Bigg Boss (Tamil season 3) Guest Star Vijay [18][19][20][21]
2023 Bigg Boss (Tamil season 7) Contestant Star Vijay Ejected Day 35[22][23][24][25][26][27]

References

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  1. ^ "Here's why Kamal Haasan is being criticised for Pradeep Antony's elimination". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-03-04.
  2. ^ "Bigg Boss Tamil fame Pradeep Antony enjoys a getaway in Goa". Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-03-04.
  3. ^ "Bigg Boss Tamil 7: Expelled contestant Pradeep Antony shares birthday wish for host Kamal Haasan". Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-03-04.
  4. ^ "Bigg Boss Tamil: Pradeep Antony to Vanitha Vijayakumar, a look at the most controversial contestants of the reality TV series". Times Of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-03-04.
  5. ^ "Pradeep Antony's girlfriend's photo goes viral for the first time". India Glitz. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-03-04.
  6. ^ "Vaazhl Audio Launch Live | Sivakarthikeyan | Arun Prabu Purushothaman | Pradeep Kumar". YouTube. 9 July 2021. Archived from the original on 10 July 2021. Retrieved 2021-07-10.
  7. ^ "Aruvi director's Vaazhl gears up for direct OTT release!". Movie Crow. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-03-04.
  8. ^ "DaDa review: Enjoyable coming-of-age drama about accidental parenthood". Hindustan Times. 2023-02-10. Archived from the original on 2023-03-16. Retrieved 2023-03-17.
  9. ^ "Director Arun Prabhu of 'Aruvi' fame begins work on his next". The News Minute. 31 May 2018. Archived from the original on 11 June 2021. Retrieved 11 June 2021. ... budget of Rs 1 Crore and it went on to collect Rs 35 Crores at the box office.
  10. ^ "New twist in Bigg Boss eviction? Double eviction possible this week? - Deets". India Glitz. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-03-04.
  11. ^ "Pradeep Antony Evicted from 'Bigg Boss Tamil': Is It Fair? Here's What Netizens Say". One India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-03-04.
  12. ^ "Bigg Boss Tamil 7: All eyes on 'under fire' Kamal Haasan over Pradeep Antony's eviction". OTT Play. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-03-04.
  13. ^ "Kamal Haasan clarifies why Pradeep Antony was not given a chance to explain himself during controversial eviction - Tamil News". IndiaGlitz.com. 2023-11-12. Retrieved 2024-03-19.
  14. ^ "Pradeep Antony eliminated from 'Bigg Boss Tamil 7' with red card - Kavin and other celebs react - Tamil News". IndiaGlitz.com. 2023-11-05. Retrieved 2024-03-19.
  15. ^ "ARUVI EXPERIENCE - 'I APOLOGIZE TO THE REAL PETER'". Behindwoods. 16 December 2017. Retrieved 2023-12-24.
  16. ^ S, Srivatsan (15 July 2021). "'Vaazhl' is a film about inner search: Arun Prabu Purushothaman". The Hindu. Retrieved 2023-12-24.
  17. ^ "Bigg Boss Tamil 7: Kavin extends his support to Dada co-star Pradeep Antony after red card eviction". OTT Play. Retrieved 2023-12-24.
  18. ^ "Bigg Boss Tamil: Pradeep Antony slaps Kavin Raj, fans say channel stooping low for TRPs. Watch video". Hindustan Times. 13 September 2019. Retrieved 2023-12-24.
  19. ^ "Bigg Boss Tamil 3 update, Day 82: Kavin Raj friend Pradeep Antony slaps him out of goodwill for self real". Times Of India. 14 September 2019. Retrieved 2023-12-24.
  20. ^ "Bigg Boss Tamil 3: Pradeep Antony slaps Kavin Raj; watch video". Asian Age. 14 September 2019. Retrieved 2023-12-24.
  21. ^ "Bigg Boss Tamil 7: All Eyes On Pradeep Antony". Filmbeat. 4 October 2023. Retrieved 2023-12-24.
  22. ^ "Bigg Boss Tamil 7: Expelled contestant Pradeep Antony requests fans to respect his privacy". Times Of India. 20 November 2023. Retrieved 2023-12-24.
  23. ^ "Bigg Boss Tamil 7 shocking update: Pradeep Antony receives red card in weekend episode". Pinkvilla. Retrieved 2023-12-24.
  24. ^ "Pradeep Antony eliminated from 'Bigg Boss Tamil 7' with red card - Kavin and other celebs react". India Glitz. 5 November 2023. Retrieved 2023-12-24.
  25. ^ "Pradeep's eviction from Bigg Boss Tamil 7 and the misogyny that followed". News Minute. 21 November 2023. Retrieved 2023-12-24.
  26. ^ "Bigg Boss Tamil 7 Highlights: Red card to Pradeep leaves Internet divided". India Glitz. 5 November 2023. Retrieved 2023-12-24.
  27. ^ "Bigg Boss breaks silence about the conspiracy behind Pradeep's eviction? - Viral video". India Glitz. 6 November 2023. Retrieved 2023-12-24.
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