Joker Thulasi
Indian actor (1950–2021)
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''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]
15 March 1950
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 | |
Early life
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
Thulasi made his lead actor debut in the Tamil film “Maruthu Pandi” along with Ramki and Seetha, directed by Manoj Kumar.[6]
Television career
Filmography
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| 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 | |
| 1989 | Samsara Sangeetham | ||
| 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 |