Singampuli
Singampuli | |
|---|---|
| Born | July 6, 1968 Periyakulam, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Other names | Ram Sathya |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, director |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Spouse | Army |
| Children | 2 |
Singampuli is an Indian actor and director working in Tamil films. After making Red (2002) and Maayavi (2005), he has made a career appearing in comedy roles and supporting roles.[1]
Career
[edit]Singampuli was born and brought up in Theni, Periyakulam and after studying engineering in Bangalore, he arrived in Chennai looking for a career in films. During his stint as an assistant director with Sundar C, Singampuli suggested the original plot point of Unnai Thedi (1999) to the director and Sundar wrote the script of the film within a week, before discussing the line with actor Ajith Kumar. Ajith was initially unimpressed but agreed to do the romantic story anyway, mentioning that if the film became a success he would feature in a future film to be directed by Singampuli.[2] Subsequently, he agreed terms to work in the 2002 action film Red, a story telling the tale of a Madurai-based revolutionary. The film opened to mixed reviews upon release and eventually the film had an average run at the box office but went on to gain cult status among ajith fans after some years.[3] In 2005, he made the kidnap comedy film Maayavi featuring Suriya and Jyothika, winning acclaim for his work.[4]
Director Bala cast him in an acting role as a beggar in Naan Kadavul (2009) and since Singampuli has appeared in several films in supporting roles.
Singampuli bagged the Best Comedian Award for his role in Anjukku Onnu (2016).[5]
He has acted and collaborated with directors Rasu Madhuravan's drama films Mayandi Kudumbathar (2009), Goripalayam (2010), Muthukku Muthaaga (2011) and Pandi Oliperukki Nilayam (2012) followed by Ezhil's comedy films Manam Kothi Paravai (2012), Desingu Raja (2013) and Vellaikaara Durai (2014) as well as M. Muthaiya's actions drama films Pulikkuthi Pandi (2021), Viruman (2022) and Kathar Basha Endra Muthuramalingam (2023).
In 2024, he gives a remarkable performance in the action thriller Maharaja.[6] The film emerged as a massive hit at the box office.[7]
Singampuli's foray into acting marked a new chapter in his illustrious career. His presence on Top Cooku Dupe Cooku has endeared him to audiences across Tamil audience, further solidifying his status as a beloved figure in the realm of entertainment.[8]
Family
[edit]The actor's family includes his wife, Pushpavalli,[9] an Indian Army officer known for her dedication and resilience. Together, they have two sons, Savith Annavi aged 18 and Tirunaa Annavi aged 17, who share a close bond and bring pride to the family with their accomplishments and values.
Filmography
[edit]As writer and director
[edit]| Year | Title | Credited as | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Director | Writer | |||
| 2000 | Kannan Varuvaan | No | Story, dialogue | Credited as D. Singapuli |
| 2002 | Red | Yes | Yes | Credited as Ram Sathya |
| 2004 | Perazhagan | No | Dialogue | Credited as D. P. Singappuli |
| 2005 | Maayavi | Yes | Story, screenplay | |
| 2009 | Renigunta | No | Dialogue | |
| 2010 | Virunthali | No | Dialogue | |
As assistant director
[edit]| Year | Film | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Unakkaga Ellam Unakkaga | |
| 2002 | Raja | |
| 2003 | Anjaneya |
As actor
[edit]As dubbing artist
[edit]| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | The Lion King | Timon | Tamil version |
| 2024 | Mufasa: The Lion King | Timon | Tamil version[10] |
Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Network | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Ayali | ZEE5 | ||
| 2024–present | Top Cooku Dupe Cooku | Contestant | Sun TV |
References
[edit]- ^ Kumar, S. R. Ashok (27 November 2010). "My First Break: Singam Puli - The Hindu". The Hindu. thehindu.com. Retrieved 20 July 2014.
- ^ Kumar, S. R. Ashok (27 November 2010). "My First Break: Singam Puli - The Hindu". The Hindu. thehindu.com. Retrieved 20 July 2014.
- ^ thmrn. ""Red"". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 27 June 2003. Retrieved 20 July 2014.
- ^ "Movie Review : Mayaavi". Sify. Archived from the original on 29 January 2014. Retrieved 20 July 2014.
- ^ "Tamil Nadu State Film Awards for 2015 announced, Madhavan and Jyothika declared best actors".
- ^ "Maharaja Review: Vijay Sethupathi Shines In His 50th Film Which Succeeds In Parts".
- ^ "Vijay Sethupathi's 'Maharaja' surpasses Rajinikanth's '2.0,' becomes the highest Kollywood grosser in China".
- ^ "Did you know Top Cooku Dupe Cooku fame Singampuli was a director once?".
- ^ ganesh.perumal. "சொந்த தாய்மாமா பொண்ணு... இராணுவத்துல வேலை பாக்குறாங்க - மனைவி பற்றிய ஆச்சர்ய தகவலை வெளியிட்ட சிங்கம்புலி". Asianet News Network Pvt Ltd (in Tamil). Retrieved 23 November 2024.
- ^ "Mufasa The Lion King roars with India's top stars in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu versions". Statesman. 20 November 2024. Archived from the original on 20 November 2024. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
External links
[edit]- Singampuli at IMDb