Omakuchi Narasimhan
Indian actor
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Narasimhan (c. 1936 - 12 March 2009), popularly known as Omakuchi, was an Indian stage and film actor. He acted in over 1,500 films in 14 Indian languages, predominantly in Tamil.[1] He was credited as Juttu Narasimham in Telugu cinema.[2]
Omakuchi Narasimhan | |
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| Born | 1936 |
| Died | 12 March 2009 (aged 73) |
| Citizenship | Indian |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1953-2006 |
Early life and career
Narasimhan was born in 1936 in Kumbakonam, a city in present-day Tamil Nadu. He made his debut in the 1953 movie Avvaiyar. On completion of his graduation, Narasimhan worked for the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) for some time before re-entering the Tamil movie industry with Gowri Kalyanam (1966).
However, following his debut, Narasimhan did not act in any immediate film in order to concentrate on studies. When he was acting in Thilairajan’s play, Naradarum Nangu Thirudargalum, he got the nickname "Omakuchi" from the character he played in the drama. After one of his performances on stage, actor Suruli Rajan brought him back to films. More opportunities came his way with actor-director Visu offering him roles one after another in his movies.[3]
He had acted in over 1500 films in 14 languages including a Hollywood film Indian Summer. Omakuchi Narasimhan was one of the stars who just made people laugh with his appearances. Despite his hilarious performances, he didn’t make it big as a leading comedian. He starred in comedy films alongside Goundamani, Senthil, Vadivelu and Vivek. His most famous films were very successful in the 80s and 90s.
Omakuchi Narasimhan last acted in Sundar C starrer Thalainagaram (2006), and he appeared as an old gang leader for a comedy scene along with Vadivelu. But no one would have thought that it would be Omakuchi Narasimhan's last film as he passed away in 2009 due to throat cancer. However, he is still living in fans hearts through his comedy scenes.[4]
Death
Narasimhan died on 12 March 2009 at the age of 73.[3]
Partial filmography
Tamil films
Telugu films
| Year | Film | Role |
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| 1981 | Guru Sishyulu[6] | |
| 1985 | Maa Pallelo Gopaludu | |
| 1986 | Mannemlo Monagadu | |
| Pasuputhadu | ||
| Kashmora | ||
| Ardharatri Swatantram | ||
| Muddula Krishnayya | ||
| 1987 | Chinnari Devatha | |
| Krishna Leela | ||
| Punya Dampathulu[7] | ||
| Chakravarthy | ||
| Akshintalu | ||
| Donga Kapuram | ||
| 1988 | Nyayaniki Siksha | |
| Jeevana Jyothi | ||
| Raktha Tilakam | ||
| Station Master | ||
| Yamudiki Mogudu | ||
| Murali Krishnudu | ||
| Dora Gari Intlo Dongodu | ||
| 1989 | Muddula Mavayya | Butler Gajakarna |
| Sakshi | ||
| Bala Gopaludu | Dead body | |
| 1990 | Police Bharya | |
| Idem Pellam Baboi | ||
| Justice Rudramadevi | ||
| 1991 | Ganga | |
| 1992 | Dabbu Bhale Jabbu | |
| 1993 | Aarambham | |
| 1994 | Maa Voori Maaraju | |
| Brahmachari Mogudu | ||
| Gharana Alludu | ||
| M. Dharmaraju M. A. | ||
| Ammayi Kapuram | ||
| 1995 | Maatho Pettukoku | |
| 1996 | Neti Savithri | Pullaiah |
| Pavitra Bandham | ||
| 1997 | Mama Bagunnava | |
| 1999 | Devi | |
Other language films
| Year | Film | Role | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Nayak | Viru Bhatia | Hindi | Remake of Mudhalvan |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Channel | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Lady Detective | Doctor | ETV | Telugu | Episode 4 |