What makes Pandiraj a versatile and talented filmmaker and writer?
- IndiaGlitz, [Wednesday,June 07 2017]
What makes Pandiraj a versatile and talented filmmaker and writer?
Director Pandiraj known as 'Pasanga' Pandiraj celebrates his birthday today. On this special occasion we look back at the films he has directed under various genres and proved his immense talent and versatility as filmmaker and writer.
Pasanga
This film announced the arrival of a director who could handle the lives of kids in Tamil films with the sensitivity it requires. This is one of the rare films in Tamil which showed kids behaving like kids and won three National awards.
Vamsam
This is the second film of Pandiraj as a director and the debut of actor Arulnithi. The film is a realistic rural tale of clash between two communities in the villages of Tamil Nadu.
Marina
This film launched Sivakarthikeyan as an actor in Kollywood. The film was appreciated for its message oriented content.
Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga
Pandiraj proved he is a master of comedy writing with this film which was the first hit film of Sivakarthikeyan and also added fortunes for the career of young actor Vimal. It was one of the enjoyable commercial entertainers to have released in recent years.
Pasanga 2
Pandiraj dealt with the lives of kids affected with Attention Defecit Hyperactive Disorder. The film was produced by Suriya who also played an extended cameo role. Pandiraj yet again proved he is one of the best in handling the issues of kids in Tamil films and also the one who can derive the best from child artists.
Kathakali
Pandiraj proved his versatility as filmmaker with this edge of the seat action thriller starring Vishal and Catherine Tresa in lead roles. The film won crtiical acclaim and it was also successful commercially.
Idhu Namma Aalu
This film gathered instant attention thanks to the lead cast of Silambarasan and Nayanthara who acted together after breaking up their love relationship. However the film released after a very long delay due to various issues. Despite the problems he faced. Pandiraj was able to present it as an enjoyable romantic comedy flick.
GoliSoda (Dialogue writer)
This critically acclaimed super hit film directed by Vijay Milton had its dialogues written by Pandiraj. Dialogues was one of the biggest contributor for the film's success.
Moodar Koodam (Distributor)
This film was directed and produced by Pandiraj's former associate Naveen. Pandiraj acquired the rights and released the film in theatres after being impressed with his protege's work. The film went on to achieve unanimous critical acclaim as it is one of the best Tamil films to have emerged under the Black Comedy genre.
Sema (Producer and dialogue writer)
Pandiraj is currently producing the rural entertainer 'Sema' with GV Prakash Kumar in the lead role and the film is being directed by his former associate Vallikanth. Pandiraj is also writing the dialogues for the film and this makes it amore interesting film to watch out for.