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Birthday: Jul 25, 1939
Place of Birth: Ilaiyangudi, Madras Presidency, British India

J. Mahendran

J. Alexander, known professionally as Mahendran, was an Indian film director, screenwriter and actor, known for his work in the Tamil film industry. Mahendran is regarded as one of the greatest filmmakers of Tamil cinema and has influenced numerous filmmakers, writers and actors after him. After entering the film industry as a screenwriter, writing scripts for nearly 26 films, including the widely influential Thangappathakkam (1974), he made an immediate impact with his first directional venture Mullum Malarum (1978), starring Rajinikanth. Uthiripookkal (1979), Mahendran's next film, was based on a short story written by Pudumaipithan, and firmly established him as an important filmmaker in Tamil cinema. His subsequent works, such as Johnny (1980) and Nenjathai Killathe (1980), were acclaimed, with the latter winning three National Film Awards including the award for the Best Regional Film.

Filmography
Movie Cast Year
Theri Minister Vanamamalai 2016
Nimir National Shanmugam 2018
Katamarayudu Yelasari Bhanu's Father 2017
Seethakathi Judge 2018
Mr. Chandramouli Azhagar 2018
Pon Manickavel 2021
Ninaithathu Yaaro Special Appearance 2014
Petta Rajapandi 2019
Boomerang Self 2019
Rustum 2019
Kamaraj K. Rajaram 2004
Kombu Vatcha Singamda Deivendran 2022
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