Vadivelu filmography facts for kids

Vadivelu is a very popular Indian actor, comedian, and singer. He is mostly known for his funny roles in Tamil films since the 1990s. People love his special kind of comedy, which is called slapstick comedy. This means he uses funny physical actions and silly situations to make people laugh.

Vadivelu has won many awards for being a great comedian. He has won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Comedian five times! Some of the movies he won for include Kaalam Maari Pochu (1996) and Imsai Arasan 23m Pulikesi (2006). He also won the Filmfare Award for Best Comedian – Tamil twice for films like Chandramukhi (2005). He even won the Vijay Award for Best Comedian for his work in Marudhamalai (2007). Besides comedy, Vadivelu has also played the main hero in four movies, like Imsai Arasan 23rd Pulikecei (2006) and Tenaliraman (2014).

Vadivelu's Journey in Films

Vadivelu started his acting career in the late 1980s. He quickly became famous for his unique comedy style. He made people laugh with his funny expressions and body language. His roles often involved him getting into silly trouble or making funny mistakes.

Early Career and Rise to Fame

In his early films, Vadivelu often played supporting roles. He would be the hero's friend or a small character who brought a lot of laughter. Some of his early notable films include En Rasavin Manasile (1991) and Thevar Magan (1992). These movies helped him become well-known.

Becoming a Top Comedian

By the mid-1990s, Vadivelu was one of the most sought-after comedians. His comedy scenes were often the highlight of the movies. He created many memorable characters that fans still talk about today. His ability to make people laugh with simple actions and dialogues made him a superstar in comedy.

Award-Winning Performances

Vadivelu's talent was recognized with many awards. He won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Comedian for films like Vetri Kodi Kattu (2000) and Thavasi (2001). His role in Imsai Arasan 23rd Pulikecei (2006) was very special. In this film, he played a double role as a king and his brother, showing his versatility. This movie was a big hit and earned him more awards.

Playing the Hero

Even though he was famous for comedy, Vadivelu also took on lead roles. He played the hero in films like Imsai Arasan 23rd Pulikecei (2006), Indiralohathil Na Azhagappan (2008), Tenaliraman (2014), and Eli (2015). These movies allowed him to show different sides of his acting skills.

Notable Films and Roles

Here are some of the popular films where Vadivelu made audiences laugh:

• Friends (2001) - He played Nesamani, a character whose funny troubles became very famous.
• Winner (2003) - His character Kaipulla was a huge hit with the audience.
• Chandramukhi (2005) - He played Murugesan and won an award for his comedy in this horror-comedy film.
• Pokkiri (2007) - His role as Body Soda was very funny and memorable.
• Aadhavan (2009) - He played Bannerji, a character that earned him nominations for best comedian and supporting actor.
• Kaavalan (2011) - His role as Ammavasai was also nominated for an award.

Vadivelu continues to be a beloved figure in Tamil cinema, known for his unique style of comedy that brings joy to many.

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  Vadivelu at the "Talking Eli App" Launch Press Meet