Maran | |
|---|---|
| Born | Manimaran (1972-06-04)4 June 1972 Chengalpattu,Tamil Nadu, India |
| Died | 12 May 2021(2021-05-12) (aged 48) Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Other names | Ghilli Maran, Chengalpattu Maran |
| Occupation | actor |
| Years active | 2001–2021 |
| Known for | Ghilli |
Maran also known asGhilli Maran (4 June 1972 – 12 May 2021) was an Indian actor and singer who primarily featured as a comedian in films.
He was born in Naththam, Chengalpet district. He was married to Clara Manimaran and the couple have a daughter.
He made his big-screen debut in the 2001 filmRishi, playing a minor role. He then played the role of a kabaddi player inDharani's directorialGhilli (2004) which became a box office success. He is known for playing the role ofVijay's friend in the sports drama film.[1] Maran's performance as a henchman inThalainagaram was also lauded by audience where he featured alongside veteran comedianVadivelu.[1] He was seen posthumously in filmSarpatta Parambarai andAnti Indian.[2]
In addition, he had also performed gaana songs at concerts at his home town.[3]
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Rishi | Uncredited role | |
| 2002 | Ezhumalai | Anandaraj's henchman | |
| 2004 | Ghilli | Saravanavelu's teammate | |
| 2006 | Dishyum | Maran | |
| Thalainagaram | Henchman who argues with Naai Sekar | ||
| 2007 | Thee Nagar | Henchman | |
| Deepavali | Fisherman | ||
| Marudhamalai | Henchman | ||
| 2008 | Kuruvi | ||
| Pathu Pathu | Pickpocket | ||
| 2009 | Vettaikaran | Ravi's friend | |
| 2010 | Maanja Velu | Henchman | |
| Boss Engira Bhaskaran | |||
| 2011 | Mappillai | Ravi | |
| Vandhaan Vendraan | |||
| 2013 | Chandhamama | ||
| Pattathu Yaanai | |||
| 2015 | Kaththukkutti | Arivazhagan's friend | |
| 2016 | Velainu Vandhutta Vellaikaaran | ||
| 2017 | Julieum 4 Perum | ||
| 2018 | KGF: Chapter 1 | Kannada film | |
| 2019 | Sangathamizhan | Raghu | |
| 2021 | Sarpatta Parambarai | Maanja Kannan | Posthumous Release |
| Anti Indian | Posthumous Release |
Maran died on 12 May 2021 at the age of 48 due toCOVID-19.[3] He underwent treatment at the Chengalpet Government Hospital where he was hospitalized two days prior to his death.[4][5]
