History

Not only patthu oru(10 villages) in TamilNadu but the whole world knows this great actor , comedian and singer, Vaigai puyal Vadivelu. Vadivelu has taken a permanent place in all Tamilians home due to his exceptional acting skills. Be it comedy , be it emotional or sentimental scene and even singing , he competes with himself in an effort to improve every time.

Personal details of Vadivelu

Vadivelu was born on 10th October 1960 in Madurai. Vadivelu came from an extremely poor background. Vadivelu’s father worked in a glass factory in Madurai. The poverty made him seek the help of actor Rajkiran of En Rasavin Manasilae fame who also came from same place as vadivelu. Rajkiran then made him an Office boy in his studio.

Carreer of Vadivelu

Working in Rajkiran’s studio , Vadivelu caught attention of many people through his amazing acting skills. Particularly he caught the attention of Kamal Haasan who Subsequently offered him the role of comedian in his movies like Devar Magan , Singaravelan. Vadivelu also did many side roles with the famous comedy kings of Tamil Nadu , Goundamani and Senthil. Vadivelu’s performances in these movies took him to stardom.



The name Vaigai puyal has been given to Vadivelu in a way to honour the place where he was born.