Bharathiraja
Periyamayathevar Bharathiraja was an Indian film director, producer, screenwriter, and actor who worked mainly in the Tamil film industry. Making his debut in 1977 with 16 Vayathinile, he was known for realistic and sensitive portrayals of rural life in his films and popularly referred to as Iyakkunar Imayam. Bharathiraja had won six National Film Awards, four Filmfare Awards South, six Tamil Nadu State Film Awards and a Nandi Award. He also directed films in Telugu and Hindi. The Government of India honoured him with the Padma Shri award, India's fourth-highest civilian honour, in 2004 for his contribution to the film industry.
1941-07-17 — 2026-06-10
Movies
2020
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Meendum Oru Mariyathai
2013
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Annakodi
2008
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Bommalattam
2004
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Kangalal Kaidhu Sei
2003
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Eera Nilam
1999
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Taj Mahal
1996
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Anthimanthaarai
1994
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Karuththamma
1993
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Kizhakku Cheemayile
1992
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Nadodi Thendral
1990
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En Uyir Thozhan
1989
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Kodi Parakuthu
1987
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Vedham Pudhithu
1987
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Aradhana
1986
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Kadalora Kavithaigal
1986
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Saveray Wali Gaadi
1985
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Mudhal Mariyathai
1985
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Oru Kaidhiyin Diary
1984
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Pudhumai Penn
1983
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Mann Vasanai
1983
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Lovers
1982
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Kadhal Oviyam
1981
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Tik Tik Tik
1981
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Seethakoka Chilaka
1981
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Alaigal Oyivadhilai
1981
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Kotha Jeevithalu
1980
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Red Rose
1979
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Puthiya Vaarpugal
1979
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Solva Sawan
1978
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Sigappu Rojakkal
1977
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16 Vayathinile
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