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{{Short description|Indian actor (1950–2021)<!-- see [[ | {{Short description|Indian actor (1950–2021)<!-- see [[BP:SDDATES]] -->}} | ||
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| death_date = {{death date and age|2021|5|10|1950|3|15|df=y}} | | death_date = {{death date and age|2021|5|10|1950|3|15|df=y}} | ||
| death_place = [[Chennai]], [[Tamil Nadu]], India | | death_place = [[Chennai]], [[Tamil Nadu]], India | ||
| occupation = Actor | | occupation = Actor | ||
| years_active = 1976–2021 | | years_active = 1976–2021 | ||
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'''<nowiki>''Joker''</nowiki> Thulasi''' (15 March 1950 – 10 May 2021<ref>{{cite web | url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/veteran-actor-joker-thulasi-passes-away/articleshow/82515086.cms?from=mdr | title=Veteran actor Joker Thulasi passes away | | '''<nowiki>''Joker''</nowiki> Thulasi''' (15 March 1950 – 10 May 2021<ref>{{cite web | url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/veteran-actor-joker-thulasi-passes-away/articleshow/82515086.cms?from=mdr | title=Veteran actor Joker Thulasi passes away | work=[[The Times of India]] | date=10 May 2021 | accessdate=17 May 2021 | archive-date=17 May 2021 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210517220912/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/veteran-actor-joker-thulasi-passes-away/articleshow/82515086.cms?from=mdr | url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.kalakkalcinema.com/joker-thulasi-passes-away/154878/ |script-title=ta:கொரானாவால் பழம்பெரும் நடிகர் ஜோக்கர் துளசி காலமானார் – வெளியான அதிர்ச்சித் தகவல் |language=ta |trans-title=Legendary actor Joker Tulsi dies at Korana - Shocking news released |date=10 May 2021 |website=kalakkalcinema.com |access-date=10 May 2021 |archive-date=10 May 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210510081228/https://www.kalakkalcinema.com/joker-thulasi-passes-away/154878/ |url-status=live }}</ref>) was an Indian actor, who worked in Tamil film and television industry. Thulasi made his acting debut in the Tamil film ''Ungalil Oruthi'' directed by [[Devaraj–Mohan|Devaraj-Mohan]] released on 11 April 1976, and was a veteran stage actor and film actor for decades. He appeared in some well-known films such as ''[[Thamizhachi]]'', ''[[Ilaignar Ani]]'', ''[[Udan Pirappu]]'', ''[[Avathara Purushan]]'', and ''[[Mannai Thottu Kumbidanum]]''. His performances in many films were lauded especially in ''[[Thirumathi Palanisamy]]'' which was one of the best films of the year 1992.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.onenov.in/joker-thulasi-actor/|title=Joker Thulasi|date=2018-07-06|website=Onenov|language=en-US|access-date=2020-02-04|archive-date=4 February 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200204024837/https://www.onenov.in/joker-thulasi-actor/|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://nettv4u.com/celebrity/telugu/tv-actor/joker-thulasi|title=Telugu Tv Actor Joker Thulasi Biography, News, Photos, Videos|website=nettv4u|language=en|access-date=2020-02-04|archive-date=4 February 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200204024839/https://nettv4u.com/celebrity/telugu/tv-actor/joker-thulasi|url-status=live}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.thenewsminute.com/article/veteran-tamil-actor-joker-thulasi-passes-away-chennai-due-covid-19-148632 | title=Veteran Tamil actor 'Joker' Thulasi passes away in Chennai due to COVID-19 | publisher=The NewsMinute | date=11 May 2021 | accessdate=17 May 2021 | archive-date=17 May 2021 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210517221135/https://www.thenewsminute.com/article/veteran-tamil-actor-joker-thulasi-passes-away-chennai-due-covid-19-148632 | url-status=live }}</ref> | ||
== Early life == | == Early life == | ||
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== Film career == | == Film career == | ||
Thulasi made his lead actor debut in the Tamil film “[[Maruthu Pandi]]” along with [[Ramki]] and [[Seetha (actress)|Seetha]], directed by Manoj Kumar.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://antrukandamugam.wordpress.com/2017/06/11/joker-thulasi/|title=Joker Thulasi [Comedian]|last=kalyani|date=2017-06-11|website=Antru Kanda Mugam|language=en|access-date=2020-02-04}}</ref> | Thulasi made his lead actor debut in the Tamil film “[[Maruthu Pandi]]” along with [[Ramki]] and [[Seetha (actress)|Seetha]], directed by Manoj Kumar.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://antrukandamugam.wordpress.com/2017/06/11/joker-thulasi/|title=Joker Thulasi [Comedian]|last=kalyani|date=2017-06-11|website=Antru Kanda Mugam|language=en|access-date=2020-02-04|archive-date=4 February 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200204024835/https://antrukandamugam.wordpress.com/2017/06/11/joker-thulasi/|url-status=live}}</ref> | ||
== Television career == | == Television career == | ||
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* [[Vani Rani (TV series)|Vani Rani]] | * [[Vani Rani (TV series)|Vani Rani]] | ||
* [[Keladi Kanmani (TV series)|Keladi Kanmani]] | * [[Keladi Kanmani (TV series)|Keladi Kanmani]] | ||
* [[Megala (TV series)|Megala]] | |||
* [[Muthaaram (TV series)|Muthaaram]] | * [[Muthaaram (TV series)|Muthaaram]] | ||
* [[Kasthuri (TV series)|Kasthuri]] | * [[Kasthuri (TV series)|Kasthuri]] | ||
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* [[Madhavi (TV series)|Madhavi]] | * [[Madhavi (TV series)|Madhavi]] | ||
* [[Azhagu (TV series)|Azhagu]] | * [[Azhagu (TV series)|Azhagu]] | ||
* Vannakkolangal (as File Pandi an in the episode File vangalayo file) | |||
== Filmography == | == Filmography == | ||
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|[[Manmadha Leelai]] | |[[Manmadha Leelai (1976 film)|Manmadha Leelai]] | ||
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|[[Pattanathu Rajakkal]] | |[[Pattanathu Rajakkal]] | ||
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|1995 | |1995 | ||
|Chinna Mani | |[[Chinna Mani]] | ||
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{{Authority control}} | {{Authority control}} | ||
{{DEFAULTSORT:Thulasi, Joker}} | {{DEFAULTSORT:Thulasi, Joker}} | ||
[[Category:1950 births]] | [[Category:1950 births]] | ||
Latest revision as of 04:37, 8 February 2026
Joker Thulasi | |
|---|---|
| Born | Thulas 15 March 1950 Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Died | 10 May 2021 (aged 71) Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1976–2021 |
Notable work | |
| Television | |
''Joker'' Thulasi (15 March 1950 – 10 May 2021[1][2]) was an Indian actor, who worked in Tamil film and television industry. Thulasi made his acting debut in the Tamil film Ungalil Oruthi directed by Devaraj-Mohan released on 11 April 1976, and was a veteran stage actor and film actor for decades. He appeared in some well-known films such as Thamizhachi, Ilaignar Ani, Udan Pirappu, Avathara Purushan, and Mannai Thottu Kumbidanum. His performances in many films were lauded especially in Thirumathi Palanisamy which was one of the best films of the year 1992.[3][4][5]
Early life[edit | edit source]
He was born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. In his early years, he became a stage actor. He was the first actor in the Kanmani theatre troupe in Chennai. Since then, he made his film debut in the Ungalil Oruthi movie.
Film career[edit | edit source]
Thulasi made his lead actor debut in the Tamil film “Maruthu Pandi” along with Ramki and Seetha, directed by Manoj Kumar.[6]
Television career[edit | edit source]
Thulasi had supporting roles in Tamil television serials, including such notable serials as:
- Kolangal
- Vani Rani
- Keladi Kanmani
- Megala
- Muthaaram
- Kasthuri
- Naanal
- Madhavi
- Azhagu
- Vannakkolangal (as File Pandi an in the episode File vangalayo file)
Filmography[edit | edit source]
This is a partial filmography. You can expand it.
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | Ungalil Oruthi | ||
| 1976 | Manmadha Leelai | ||
| 1982 | Pattanathu Rajakkal | ||
| 1986 | Thazhuvatha Kaigal | ||
| 1987 | Idhu Oru Thodar Kathai | ||
| 1988 | Oorai Therinjikitten | Lunatic person | |
| 1990 | Namma Ooru Poovatha | ||
| 1990 | Maruthu Pandi | ||
| 1990 | Nangal Puthiyavargal | ||
| 1991 | Chithirai Pookkal | ||
| 1991 | Marikozhundhu | ||
| 1992 | Thirumathi Palanisamy | ||
| 1992 | Samundi | ||
| 1993 | Maravan | ||
| 1993 | Udan Pirappu | Beggar | |
| 1993 | Ulle Veliye | ||
| 1994 | Ilaignar Ani | ||
| 1994 | Sevatha Ponnu | ||
| 1995 | Thamizhachi | ||
| 1995 | Chinna Mani | ||
| 1995 | Sindhu Bath | ||
| 1995 | Neela Kuyil | ||
| 1995 | Mannai Thottu Kumbidanum | ||
| 1996 | Katta Panchayathu | ||
| 1996 | Avathara Purushan | ||
| 1996 | Vaazhga Jananayagam | ||
| 1996 | Purushan Pondatti | ||
| 1997 | Kaalamellam Kaathiruppen | ||
| 1997 | Ratchagan | ||
| 1998 | Moovendhar | ||
| 1998 | Pudhumai Pithan | ||
| 1999 | Adutha Kattam | ||
| 2000 | Nee Enthan Vaanam | ||
| 2004 | Aai |
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Veteran actor Joker Thulasi passes away". The Times of India. 10 May 2021. Archived from the original on 17 May 2021. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
- ↑ கொரானாவால் பழம்பெரும் நடிகர் ஜோக்கர் துளசி காலமானார் – வெளியான அதிர்ச்சித் தகவல் [Legendary actor Joker Tulsi dies at Korana - Shocking news released]. kalakkalcinema.com (in தமிழ்). 10 May 2021. Archived from the original on 10 May 2021. Retrieved 10 May 2021.
- ↑ "Joker Thulasi". Onenov. 6 July 2018. Archived from the original on 4 February 2020. Retrieved 4 February 2020.
- ↑ "Telugu Tv Actor Joker Thulasi Biography, News, Photos, Videos". nettv4u. Archived from the original on 4 February 2020. Retrieved 4 February 2020.
- ↑ "Veteran Tamil actor 'Joker' Thulasi passes away in Chennai due to COVID-19". The NewsMinute. 11 May 2021. Archived from the original on 17 May 2021. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
- ↑ kalyani (11 June 2017). "Joker Thulasi [Comedian]". Antru Kanda Mugam. Archived from the original on 4 February 2020. Retrieved 4 February 2020.