Singampuli

Singampuli

56 · Born: Jul 6, 1968

Personal Details

BornJul 6, 1968 Theni, Tamil Nadu, India

Biography

Singampuli, a cinematic polymath of remarkable versatility, has made a profound impact on the Tamil film industry through his exceptional skillset, effortlessly transitioning between the worlds of acting and direction. With an uncanny ability to bring depth and nuance to even the most seemingly minor characters, he has consistently delivered memorable supporting performances in a wide range of films, leaving an indelible mark on the world of Tamil cinema.

Singampuli's origin story begins in the charming town of Theni, Periyakulam, where his early life was characterized by a robust educational foundation. He embarked on an engineering pursuit in Bangalore, laying the groundwork for his future endeavors. Subsequently, Singampuli's trajectory shifted towards the world of cinema, with Chennai serving as the backdrop for his entry into the film industry.

Ajith Kumar's initial reluctance to participate in the romantic drama was eventually overcome, leading to his starring role in the film. Notably, Ajith expressed his willingness to collaborate with Singampuli on a future project, contingent upon the film's success, thus laying the groundwork for a productive professional partnership between the two.

Singampuli's subsequent project was the 2002 action film Red, a gripping narrative centered around a Madurai-based revolutionary, which received a mixed response upon its initial release. However, over time, the film developed a devoted cult following among Ajith's enthusiastic fans.

In the year 2005, Singampuli marked the beginning of his directorial career with the release of the kidnap comedy film Maayavi, which boasted an impressive cast featuring the talented Suriya and the beautiful Jyothika. This milestone project not only earned Singampuli widespread critical acclaim for his directorial work but also showcased his remarkable versatility as a filmmaker and performer. His impressive range as a director and actor was further highlighted when renowned director Bala offered him the challenging acting role of a beggar in the critically acclaimed film Naan Kadavul, which was released in the year 2009. Since then, Singampuli has continued to appear in numerous films, solidifying his reputation as a talented and reliable supporting actor in the Tamil film industry.

Career

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2022
Dsp
Dsp as Uppliyappan
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2021
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2020
Psycho
Psycho as Rajanayakam
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2019
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2018
Mannar Vagaiyara
Mannar Vagaiyara as Puli Mootta
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{"id":220436,"title":"Karuppan","year":"2017","character":"Karuppan's Uncle","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/karuppan","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_220436.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_220436.jpg"},"released":1}
2017
Karuppan
Karuppan as Karuppan's Uncle
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2016
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2015
Demonte Colony
Demonte Colony as Producer (guest appearance)
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2014
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Vellaikaara Durai
Vellaikaara Durai as Balu dasan
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2013
Kadal
Kadal as Clarence
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2012
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2011
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2009
Mayandi Kudumbathar
Mayandi Kudumbathar as Mayandi Virumandi (Virumandi's mentally challenged son)
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2005
Maayavi
Maayavi as Director, Story, Screenplay
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2002
Red
Red as Director, Story, Screenplay