Saturday, November 8, 2008

Sivaji Ganesan


Sivaji Ganesan
A scene from "Veerapandiya Kattabomman"
Sivaji Ganesan made entry in films with the mega film Parasakthi. Sivaji Ganesan ushered in a new era in acting. He was an actor who can enact any role with ease. His acting style and dialogue delivery made him an instant hit. His other famous movies include Veerapandia Kattabomman, Annayin Aanai, Rajapart Rangathurai, Pasamalar, Thiruvilayadal, Thillana Mohanambal, Saraswathi- sabatham Thiruvarutselvar, Kandan Karunai and Thirumal Perumai. He was closely associated with directors like B.R.Panthalu, Bhimsingh and A.P.Natarajan. His dedication and Sincerity to the roles he enacted is legendary. He was uncompromising towards the quality of his films. He was a versatile actor who has acted in almost all the possible roles an actor can act. The Government of India honoured him in the year 1997 with Dada Saheb Palke Award. This award is given for lifetime contribution for Indian cinema. He has a number of International awards to his credit, he won the Best Actor Award at the Egyptian Film Festival in Cairo for the film Veerapandia Kattabomman. He was awarded the Chevalier Award by France. The Government of Tamil Nadu honoured him by renaming South Boag Road in Chennai where he resides as Chevalier Sivaji Ganesan Road.

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