M.G. Ramachandran: M.G. Ramachandran. Actor: Kudiyiruntha Koyil. M.G. Ramachandran (1917-1987), popularly known as MGR, dominated like no other, the films and politics of India's Tamil Nadu state. A charismatic actor and philanthropist, he commanded the idolatrous adulation of millions of Tamilians and became Tamil Nadu's chief minister. His achievements in 3 fields, namely films, philanthropy and politics were remarkable considering his humble origins in Sri Lanka. Raised in poverty by a widowed...
Known For: Kudiyiruntha Koyil (Anand and SekharBabu), Nadodi Mannan (King MarthandanVeerangan), Rickshawkaran (Actor), Ulagam Sutrum Valiban (Murugan & Raju)