Who is the Malayalam actor known as Asokan?
Who is the Malayalam actor known as Asokan?
Not to be confused with the Malayalam actor Ashokan. S. A. Ashokan , born as Antony and often spelt Asokan, was an Indian theatre and film actor, who worked mainly in Tamil cinema. He was popular mainly for playing negative roles, but was also a successful character actor .
How old was Antony Ashokan when he died?
S. A. Ashokan (born 20 May 1931 – 19 November 1982), born as Antony and often spelt Asokan, was an Indian theatre and film actor, who worked mainly in Tamil cinema. He was popular mainly for playing negative roles, but was also a successful character actor.
Who is Ashokan in the movie Karnan?
Ashokan’s performance as a helpless traveller who gets conned in Vallavanukku Vallavan, and as the historical Indian character Duryodhana in the mythology film Karnan were well received.
Who was the wife of S.A.Ashokan?
Ashokan, along with Jaishankar, and a troupe of popular artistes, often toured all over Tamil Nadu with the purpose of conducting cultural programs. Ashokan was married to Mary Gnanam (originally named Saraswathi). They had two sons: Vincent (who also became an actor) and Amalraj. On 19 November 1982, Ashokan died of a heart attack.
Which is the first Tamil movie of Ashokan?
Soon after graduation from St. Joseph College, Trichy he approached film director T. R. Ramanna who introduced him to the film industry. Ramanna rechristened him as Ashokan and gave him the first break to Tamil movies through Avvaiyar (1953), a bit role. His first noticed character role was Kappalottiya Thamizhan in 1961.
Where does Tamil actor Surya live in Chennai?
TAMIL ACTOR SURYA HOUSE IN CHENNAI – YouTube Tamil film actor Surya’s residence at Saligramam here on Tuesday morning, shattering glass panes of a first floor window. Tamil film actor Surya’s residence at Saligramam here on Tuesday morning, shattering glass panes of a first floor window. Skip navigation Sign in Search Loading… Close