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Ramanathan Sarathkumar
Active Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada Cinema (Indian Film Industry)
- FromNew Delhi, India
- Based inChennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Age72 years
- Active1986–present
- Updated
Ramanathan Sarathkumar Biography
Ramanathan Sarathkumar Personal Details
- Full Name: Ramanathan Sarathkumar
- Date of Birth: July 14, 1954
- Birthplace: New Delhi, India
- Hometown: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Actor, Politician, Filmmaker, Former Bodybuilder
Physical Stats
- Height: Approx. 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
- Eye Colour: Dark Brown
- Hair Colour: Black
Education
- School: Raja Muthiah High School, Chennai
- College: The New College, Chennai & Loyola College, Chennai (B.Sc. Mathematics)
Family Background & Relationships
- Father: Ramanathan (Press Information Bureau Officer)
- Mother: Pushpalakshmi
Spouse:
- Chaya Sarathkumar (m. 1984 – div. 2000)
- Raadhika Sarathkumar (m. 2001 – present)
Children:
- Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Pooja Sarathkumar, Rahul Sarathkumar, and Rayane Hardy (stepdaughter)
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
|---|---|
| 1986 | Made his Telugu film debut with Samajamlo Sthree |
| 1988 | Made his Tamil film debut with Kan Simittum Neram |
| 1990 | Achieved a major breakthrough with Pulan Visaranai |
| 1993 | Received the Kalaimamani award from the Tamil Nadu State Government |
| 1994 | Won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actor for Nattamai |
| 1994 | Won the Filmfare Award South for Best Actor – Tamil for Nattamai |
| 1996 | Received the M.G.R. Award from the Tamil Nadu State Government |
| 1997 | Achieved major success with Suryavamsam and won the Filmfare Award South for Best Actor – Tamil |
| 1998 | Won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award and Filmfare Award South for his performances in Natpukkaga / Simmarasi |
| 2006 | Made his directorial debut with Thalaimagan |
| — | Produced films including Sandamarutham and Paambhu Sattai |
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Award Name | Film / Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Tamil Nadu State Government | State Honor | Kalaimamani | Career Achievement | Won |
| 1994 | Tamil Nadu State Film Awards | Best Actor | Tamil Nadu State Film Award | Nattamai | Won |
| 1994 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor – Tamil | Filmfare Award South | Nattamai | Won |
| 1996 | Tamil Nadu State Government | State Honor | M.G.R. Award | Career Achievement | Won |
| 1997 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor – Tamil | Filmfare Award South | Suryavamsam | Won |
| 1998 | Tamil Nadu State Film Awards | Best Actor | Tamil Nadu State Film Award | Natpukkaga / Simmarasi | Won |
| 1998 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor – Tamil | Filmfare Award South | Natpukkaga | Won |
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About Ramanathan Sarathkumar
Who is R. Sarathkumar?
R. Sarathkumar is a popular Indian actor, politician, filmmaker, and former bodybuilder primarily known for his work in Tamil cinema.
What title is R. Sarathkumar commonly known by in cinema?
He is popularly referred to as the "Supreme Star" or "Super Hero" in Tamil cinema.
What were some of R. Sarathkumar's most famous movies?
His iconic films include Nattamai, Surya Vamsam, Natpukkaga, Pazhassi Raja, Kanchana, and Ponniyin Selvan.
Is R. Sarathkumar involved in politics?
Yes, he has served as a Member of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly (MLA) and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha).
Is actress Varalaxmi Sarathkumar related to him?
Yes, popular South Indian actress Varalaxmi Sarathkumar is his daughter from his first marriage.
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