J. Mahendran
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J.Mahendran (born: Alexander) is legendary director in Kollywood. Mahendran made an immediate impact with his first film Mullum Mallarum (1978). His next film Udhiripookal (1979) was based on a short story written by Pudumaipithan, firmly established him as an important film maker. His work stands apart stylistically, with a penchant for realism and sincerity of approach. Director Mani Ratnam once famously remarked: "If I get anywhere near what Mahendran did in Udhiri Pookkal, I’ll be a happy man."[1] He is regarded highly by contemporary Tamil Cinema directors.[2]. Mahendran has high regards for his cousin brother Eddy, who was an state football player and athlete at Alagappa Arts college. Karaikudi is 2 years his senior.
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[edit] Filmography
- Mullum Malarum (1978)
- Udhiri Pookal (1979)
- Pootatha Pootukkal (1980)
- Johnny (1981)
- Nenjathai Killathe (1982)
- Nandu (1981)
- Metti (1982)
- Azhagiya Kanney (1982)
- Kai Kodukkam Kai (1984)
- Kannukku Mai Ezhuthu (1986)
- Oor Panjayathu (1992)
- Sasanam (2005)
[edit] Trivia
- Mahendran changed his original name (Alexander) because of his respect towards his college senior and athlete Mahendran
- Mahendran's son John Mahendran is also a film director, who directed the movie Sachein
