M. G. Ramachandran, commonly known as MGR, was an Indian actor and politician celebrated for his contributions to Tamil cinema and as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. He is famous for films like “Mannadhi Mannan,” “Anbe Vaa,” and “Ninaithale Inikkum.” Born on January 17, 1917, in Kandy, Ceylon, he rose to become a beloved figure in both film and politics.
Personal and Family Life
M. G. Ramachandran was born to Maruthur Satyabhama and Melakkath Gopala Menon. He had one sibling, MG Chakrapani. Ramachandran had a daughter, Sudha Vijayakumar. His upbringing was quite humble as he was raised by a single mother after his father’s death.
Career Highlights
His acting career began in the late 1930s, and he quickly became a major star in the Tamil film industry. He joined the DMK party under the mentorship of Annadurai, who greatly influenced his career. Later, he founded his own political party, AIADMK, and served as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, where he implemented several reforms.
Death and Legacy
M. G. Ramachandran passed away on December 29, 1987, in Madras, India, due to kidney failure. He left a lasting legacy in Tamil Nadu, where he is remembered as a charismatic leader and a cultural icon. Ramachandran was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna in 1988, marking his significant impact on the nation.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| மாட்டுக்கார வேலன் | 1970-01-14 | |
| Mannadhi Mannan | 1960-10-19 | |
| Thaai Magalukku Kattiya Thaali | 1959-12-30 | |
| ஆனந்த ஜோதி | 1963-07-05 | |
| அன்பே வா | 1966-01-14 | JB |
| மதுரையை மீட்ட சுந்தரபாண்டியன் | 1978-01-14 | The Poet Païntamizh Kumaran alias The Prince Sundharapandhiyan |
| ராமன் தேடிய சீதை | 1972-04-12 | |
| உரிமைக்குரல் | 1974-11-07 | Gobinath |
| Neerum Neruppum | 1971-11-17 | |
| ஆயிரத்தில் ஒருவன் | 1965-07-09 | Manimaran |
| Kanavan | 1968-08-15 | |
| தாயின் மடியில் | 1964-12-07 | |
| Panakkara Kudumbam | 1964-04-23 | |
| தொழிலாளி | 1964-09-25 | Raju |
| En Annan | 1970-05-22 | Ranga |