
Bharathiraja
Periyamayathevar Bharathiraja is an Indian filmmaker who works mainly in the Tamil film industry. He made his debut in 16 Vayathinile (1977) and is known for realistic and sensitive portrayal of village-life in his films. As of 2015, he has won six National Film Awards, two Tamil Nadu State Film Awards and is also a recipient of other awards such as three Filmfare Awards South, Cinema Express Awards, and Nandi Awards.
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Films
0
TV Shows
31
Crew Credits
Known For
28 Credits
Maharaja
as Gopal Thatha
2024

Thudarum
as Palani
2025

Vaathi
as Villager (Special appearance)
2023

Thiruchitrambalam
as Thiruchitrambalam Sr.
2022

Rocky
as Manimaran
2021

Namma Veettu Pillai
as Arunmozhivarman
2019

Valli Mayil

Dhavani Kanavugal
as Self
1984

Eeswaran
as Periyasamy
2021

Aayitha Ezhuthu
as Selva Nayagam
2004

Kuttram Kuttrame
as Retd. DSP. Muthukaruppan
2022

Niram Marum Ulagil
as Rayappan
2025
Behind the Camera
31 Credits
Modern Love Chennai
Director
2023

Puthiya Vaarpugal
Director, Producer
1979

Annakodi
Writer, Director, Producer
2013

Kangalal Kaidhu Sei
Director
2004

Pudhumai Penn
Director
1984

Saveray Wali Gaadi
Director
1986

Vedham Pudhithu
Director
1987

16 Vayathinile
Director
1977

Kadalora Kavithaigal
Director
1986

Kizhakku Cheemayile
Director
1993

Kadhal Oviyam
Director
1982

Sigappu Rojakkal
Director
1978