Maran (actor)

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Maran
Born
Manimaran

(1972-06-04)4 June 1972
Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India
Died12 May 2021(2021-05-12) (aged 48)
Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India
NationalityIndian
Other namesGhilli Maran, Chengalpattu Maran
Occupationactor, singer
Known forGhilli

Maran also known as Ghilli Maran (4 June 1972 – 12 May 2021) was an Indian actor and singer who primarily featured as a comedian in films.

Personal life[]

He was born to Naagammal and Nagappan, in Naththam, Chengalpet district. He has 2 sisters and 4 brothers. He was married to Clara Manimaran and the couple have daughter, Nivya Angel.

Career[]

He made his big-screen debut in the 2002 film Ezhumalai, playing a minor role. He then played the role of a kabaddi player in Dharani's directorial Ghilli (2004) which became a box office success. He is known for playing the role of Vijay's friend in the sports drama film.[1] Maran's performance as a henchman in Thalainagaram was also lauded by audience where he featured alongside veteran comedian Vadivelu.[1] He was seen posthumously in film Sarpatta Parambarai and Anti Indian.[2]

In addition, he had also performed gaana songs at concerts at his home town.[3]

Filmography[]

  • All films are in Tamil, unless otherwise noted.
Year Film Role Notes
2002 Ezhumalai Anandaraj's henchman
2004 Ghilli Saravanavelu's teammate
2006 Dishyum
2006 Thalainagaram Henchman who argues with Naai Sekar
2008 Kuruvi
2008 Pathu Pathu Pickpocket
2009 Vettaikaran Ravi's friend
2010 Boss Engira Bhaskaran
2018 KGF: Chapter 1 Kannada film
2019 Sangathamizhan Raghu
2021 Sarpatta Parambarai Maanja Kannan Posthumous Release
2021 Anti Indian Posthumous Release

Death[]

Maran died on 12 May 2021 at the age of 48 due to COVID-19.[3] He underwent treatment at the Chengalpet Government Hospital where he was hospitalized two days prior to his death.[4][5]

References[]

  1. ^ a b The Hindu Net Desk (12 May 2021). "'Ghilli' actor Maran dies of COVID-19". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 12 May 2021.
  2. ^ "Tamil actor Maran dies of Covid-19 at 48". Hindustan Times. 12 May 2021. Retrieved 12 May 2021.
  3. ^ a b ChennaiMay 12, Janani K.; May 12, 2021UPDATED; Ist, 2021 10:07. "Ghilli actor Maran dies of Covid-19 at 48 in Chengalpet". India Today. Retrieved 12 May 2021.CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  4. ^ "Tamil actor Maran passes away from COVID-19 complications". www.zoomtventertainment.com. Retrieved 12 May 2021.
  5. ^ "Tamil actor Maran passes away due to Covid-19 complications". The Indian Express. 12 May 2021. Retrieved 12 May 2021.
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