South indian actor biography william

Kunnisseri Veettil Raman Mani, popularly known as Kalabhavan Mani, is a South Indian actor, singer and mimicry artist. Mani, as he was fondly called, started his career as a mimicry artist with the Kalabhavan troupe. The actor then went on to star in over 200 films, including Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu films, and is remembered till date for his humorous character and villain roles. He also received the National Film Award – Special Jury Award and Kerala State Film Award for his performance as Ramu in Vasanthiyum Lakshmiyum Pinne Njaanum (1999).

The actor was a huge philanthropist and reportedly every day around 20 people from less privileged backgrounds used to come to visit him at his residence. Mani would then wholeheartedly donate money, repay debts and offer help to the needy. It was because of this he was often referred to as the title of "poor man's superstar" in Kerala.

On March 6, 2016, Kalabhavan Mani had an untimely death. The police registered a case as unnatural death due to the presence of excessive methyl alcohol, which is a toxic chemical found in illicitly distilled liquor, Arrack, with acetaminophen in Mani's body. His unexpected death led to a case by his friends and family which has been filed for investigation through Kochi City Police.

On March18, 2016, based on the forensic test from the Regional Chemical Examiner’s Laboratory, death cause was identified with high probability a highly poisonous chemical, Chlorpyrifos—usually used in insecticides, which is banned in many countries for residential use, and it is considered as a hazardous substance for general ecology.

As on July 13, 2017 fresh allegations were made by late actor’s family indicating actor Dileep’s involvement in Mani’s death. Initially, director Baiju Kottarakkara had claimed that Dileep was allegedly involved in the actor’s death, and now the late actor’s family seems to share similar views. RLV Ramakrishnan, Kalabhavan Mani’s brother feels that the inve

Indian actor

Not to be confused with Jeevan (actor).

Jeevan (born Vijayabaskar Rangaraj) is an Indian actor in the Tamil film industry. He first appeared in the film University (2002). However, this was followed by greater success Kaakha Kaakha (2003). Following a 3-year sabbatical, he returned as an actor in the main role with Susi Ganesan's Thiruttu Payale (2006), which earned him praise. He signed up for the remake of the 1974 filmNaan Avanillai (2007), and post-release gained even more praise for helping it become a success.

Biography

He graduated from the St. Bede's School in Chennai. One of his classmates was actor Surya Sivakumar. He took up BA in Theatre Arts. He studied Theatre in London, and then took a 2½ years training in acting at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting in Hollywood. He worked as a bartender in a pub in East London called 'Wetherspoons'.

Career

He first appeared in the film University but remained largely unnoticed due to poor public opinion of the film. However, this was followed by greater success as Pandiya in Kaakha Kaakha. Despite winning critical acclaim and receiving several offers to play the antagonist in Tamil films, Jeevan waited two years and opted against signing any more films since he wanted to play lead characters. In March 2005, he was offered the film Thotta directed by Selva and accepted to work on the film, though delays meant he had starred in other films as protagonist before it released.

Following a three-year hiatus, he returned as an actor in the main role with Susi Ganesan's Thiruttu Payale, which earned him praise. He signed up for the remake of the 1

Indian film director and cinematographer (1948–2005)

J. Williams was a producer, director and cinematographer of Malayalam language films. Primarily known as a cameraman, he has also directed 8 films and has worked in Tamil, Telugu and Kannada language films as well.

Making his debut with the 1974 Kamal Haasan starrer Vishnu Vijayam, Williams was always known as an adventurous cinematographer and has worked over 50 films as a cameraman.

Personal life

He married actress Shanthi Williams in 1979. They had four children. he died at age 56 due to terminal cancer.

Filmography

Cinematography

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