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By Botty Snyder

Updated 29 March 2023

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Artist	Zkathir
Credit	Own work
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Desc	Relaxed click at Mr Sivakumar's office by myself
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actor

Sivakumar is ...

Alive

Born	27 October 1941 in Coimbatore
Age	81 years, 8 months

Sex or gender	male
Country of citizenship	India, British India and Dominion of India
Birth name	\u0baa\u0bb4\u0ba9\u0bbf\u0b9a\u0bcd\u0b9a\u0bbe\u0bae\u0bbf and Palanichamy
Child	Suriya and Karthik Siva kumar
Occupation	actor and writer
Awards	Filmfare Awards South
Relative	Jyothika
Educated at	Government College of Fine Arts, Chennai

About Sivakumar

Sivakumar, born on October 27, 1941, is a legendary actor in the Tamil film industry. He started his career in the late 1960s and has since appeared in over 200 films. Sivakumar is known for his versatility and has played a wide range of characters, from romantic leads to action heroes to character roles.

Sivakumar was born in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, and completed his education in Chennai. He started his career as a visualizer in an advertising agency before making his acting debut in the film "Thiruvarutchelvar" in 1967. He quickly gained popularity for his good looks and acting skills and went on to star in several successful films.

Sivakumar's breakthrough role came in the film "Kandan Karunai" in 1967, where he played the lead role of Lord Murugan. The film was a huge success and established Sivakumar as a leading actor in the industry. He went on to star in several other successful films, including "Uyarndha Manithan," "Karnan," and "Guru Sishyan."

Apart from his acting career, Sivakumar is also known for his philanthropic work. He has been actively involved in several social causes and has worked towards the betterment of the underprivileged. He has also been associated with several charitable organizations and has been recognized for his contributions to society.

Sivakumar's sons, Suriya and Karthi, are also successful actors in the Tamil film industry. Sivakumar has often spoken about his pride in his sons' achievements and has been supportive of their careers.

In conclusion, Sivakumar is a legendary actor who has made a significant contribution to the Tamil film industry. He is known for his versatility, acting skills, and philanthropic work. His legacy continues to inspire generations of actors and fans alike.

References:

- "Sivakumar: The versatile actor who ruled Tamil cinema in the 70s and 80s." The News Minute, 27 October 2020.

- "Sivakumar: The evergreen actor of Tamil cinema." The Hindu, 27 October 2019.

- "Sivakumar: The actor who made a mark in Tamil cinema." The Indian Express, 27 October 2018.

Films - which cast members have died?

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Sindhu Bhairavi

1985 film by K. Balachander

Sethu

Thirumalai Thenkumari

1970 film by A. P. Nagarajan

Annakili

1976 film by Devaraj Mohan

Arangetram

1973 film by K. Balachander

Bhuvana Oru Kelvi Kuri

1977 film by SP. Muthuraman

Unnai Naan Santhithen

1984 film by K. Rangaraj

Unnai Thedi

1999 Tamil film

Bhadrakali

1976 film by A. C. Tirulokchandar

Porantha Veeda Puguntha Veeda

1993 film by V. Sekhar

Manithanin Marupakkam

Uyirile Kalanthathu

Mettupatti Mirasu

1994 film by Anu Mohan

Marupakkam

1990 film by K. S. Sethumadhavan

Thirumal Perumai

1968 film by A. P. Nagarajan

Kavikkuyil

Onna Irukka Kathukanum

1992 film by V. Sekhar

Sri Krishna Leela

1977 film by A. P. Nagarajan

Vandichakkaram

1980 film by K. Vijayan

Ponnukku Thanga Manasu

Kannan Oru Kai Kuzhandhai

Unakkaagave Vaazhgiren

Naan Paadum Paadal

1984 film by R. Sundarrajan

Sollathaan Ninaikkiren

1973 film by K. Balachander

Ponnumani

1993 film by R. V. Udayakumar

Raman Abdullah

1997 film by Balu Mahendra

Paasa Paravaigal

1988 film by Cochin Haneefa

Siragadikka Aasai

Enippadigal

1979 film by P. Madhavan

Chinna Kuyil Paaduthu

1987 film by P. Madhavan

Avan Aval Adhu

1980 film by Muktha Srinivasan

Oruvar Vaazhum Aalayam

Veetula Raman Veliyila Krishnan

1983 film by Manivannan

Melnaattu Marumagal

1975 film by A. P. Nagarajan

Vellikizhamai Viratham

1974 film by Ramamurthy Thyagarajan

Thangaikkor Geetham

1983 film by T. Rajendar

Aani Ver

1981 film

Gumasthavin Magal

1974 film by A. P. Nagarajan

Agni Sakshi

1982 film by K. Balachander

Nilavu Suduvathillai

Oru Velladu Vengaiyagiradhu

Illam

1980 film by I. V. Sasi

Panathukkaga

Kuva Kuva Vaathugal

1984 film by Manivannan

Sugamana Raagangal

1985 film by R. Sundarrajan

Then Sindhudhe Vaanam

Indru Nee Nalai Naan

1983 film by Major Sundarrajan

Manitha Jaathi

1991 film by P. Kalaimani

Anandha Ragam

Poonthalir

1979 film by Devaraj Mohan

Watchman Vadivel

1994 film by A. Jagannathan

Pattikkaattu Raja

1975 film by K. Shanmugam

Ayiram Muthangal

1982 film by Devaraj Mohan

Aan Pillai Singam

1975 film by SP. Muthuraman

Aattukara Alamelu

1970 film by Ramamurthy Thyagarajan

Pudhu Yugam

1985 film by S. A. Chandrasekhar

Karpoora Deepam

1985 film by A. Jagannathan

Paadatha Thenikkal

1980 film by Cochin Haneefa

Thangathile Vairam

Yaaro Ezhuthiya Kavithai

1986 film by C. V. Sridhar

Theerpugal Thiruththapadalam

1982 film by M. Bhaskar

Kanna Thorakkanum Saami

Raman Parasuraman

Urangatha Ninaivugal

Ippadiyum Oru Penn

1975 film by Bhanumathi Ramakrishna

Meendum Parasakthi

1985 film by A. Jagannathan

Saattai Illatha Pambaram

Chittu Kuruvi

1978 film by Devaraj Mohan

Uravadum Nenjam

1976 film by Devaraj Mohan

Kadavul Amaitha Medai

1979 film by SP. Muthuraman

Rosaappo Ravikkai Kaari

Isai Paadum Thendral

Sainthadamma Sainthadu

1977 film by Devaraj Mohan