Charuhasan (born 5 January 1931) is an Indian actor, director, and lawyer known for his work in South Indian cinema, particularly in Tamil films. He is the elder brother of celebrated actor Kamal Haasan and has had a diverse career spanning law, acting, and directing. Charuhasan received the National Film Award for Best Actor for his debut film Tabarana Kathe (1987).

Charuhasan
Born5 January 1931
NationalityIndian
Occupation(s)Actor, director, lawyer
Years active1979–present
RelativesKamal Haasan (brother)
AwardsNational Film Award for Best Actor

Early life and education

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Charuhasan was born on 5 January 1931, in Paramakudi, located in what was then the Madras Presidency of British India (now Tamil Nadu). He grew up in a family that valued education and arts. Charuhasan pursued a degree in law and practiced as a lawyer before shifting to the entertainment industry. His family has a strong association with cinema, with his younger brother Kamal Haasan being one of the most respected actors in Indian cinema.[1][2]

Career

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Acting

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Charuhasan made his acting debut in the Kannada film Tabarana Kathe (1987), for which he won the National Film Award for Best Actor. This role brought him critical acclaim.

  • Tabarana Kathe (1987) – Kannada[3]
  • Amaidhi Padai (1994) – Tamil
  • Vedham Pudhithu (1987) – Tamil[4]
  • Thevar Magan (1992) – Tamil
  • Siraichalai (1996) – Tamil
  • Oru Kanniyum Moonu Kalavaanikalum (2014) – Tamil

Charuhasan’s won he National Film Award for Best Actor for his debut film Tabarana Kathe.[3]

Filmography

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Year Film Role Language
1987 Tabarana Kathe Tabara Kannada
1987 Vedham Pudhithu Village Head Tamil
1992 Thevar Magan Panchayat Member Tamil
1994 Amaidhi Padai Politician Tamil
1996 Siraichalai Supporting Role Tamil
2014 Oru Kanniyum Moonu Kalavaanikalum Elderly Man Tamil

References

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  1. "Candour, Charuhasan style". The Hindu. 2012-08-23. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2024-11-11.
  2. 22 No 6/the-actor-in-the-shadows.html "Madras Musings - We care for Madras that is Chennai". madrasmusings.com. Retrieved 2024-11-11. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)[permanent dead link]
  3. 3.0 3.1 "The Hindu : Entertainment for a cause". web.archive.org. 2004-09-27. Archived from the original on 2004-09-27. Retrieved 2024-11-11.
  4. "The Indian Express - Google News Archive Search". news.google.com. Retrieved 2024-11-11.