''Joker'' Thulasi (15 March 1950 – 10 May 2021[1][2]) was an Indian actor, who worked in Tamil film and television industry. Thulasi made his acting debut in the Tamil film Ungalil Oruthi directed by Devaraj-Mohan released on 11 April 1976, and was a veteran stage actor and film actor for decades. He appeared in some well-known films such as Thamizhachi, Ilaignar Ani, Udan Pirappu, Avathara Purushan, and Mannai Thottu Kumbidanum. His performances in many films were lauded especially in Thirumathi Palanisamy which was one of the best films of the year 1992.[3][4][5]

Joker Thulasi
Born
Thulas

(1950-03-15)15 March 1950
Died10 May 2021(2021-05-10) (aged 71)
OccupationActor
Years active1976–2021
Notable work
Television

Early life

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He was born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. In his early years, he became a stage actor. He was the first actor in the Kanmani theatre troupe in Chennai. Since then, he made his film debut in the Ungalil Oruthi movie.

Film career

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Thulasi made his lead actor debut in the Tamil film “Maruthu Pandi” along with Ramki and Seetha, directed by Manoj Kumar.[6]

Television career

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Thulasi had supporting roles in Tamil television serials, including such notable serials as:

Filmography

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This is a partial filmography. You can expand it.

Year Film Role Notes
1976 Ungalil Oruthi
1976 Manmadha Leelai
1982 Pattanathu Rajakkal
1987 Idhu Oru Thodar Kathai
1988 Oorai Therinjikitten Lunatic person
1990 Namma Ooru Poovatha
1990 Maruthu Pandi
1990 Nangal Puthiyavargal
1991 Chithirai Pookkal
1991 Marikozhundhu
1992 Thirumathi Palanisamy
1992 Samundi
1993 Maravan
1993 Udan Pirappu Beggar
1993 Ulle Veliye
1994 Ilaignar Ani
1994 Sevatha Ponnu
1995 Thamizhachi
1995 Chinna Mani
1995 Sindhu Bath
1995 Neela Kuyil
1995 Mannai Thottu Kumbidanum
1996 Katta Panchayathu
1996 Avathara Purushan
1996 Vaazhga Jananayagam
1996 Purushan Pondatti
1997 Kaalamellam Kaathiruppen
1997 Ratchagan
1998 Moovendhar
1998 Pudhumai Pithan
1999 Adutha Kattam
2000 Nee Enthan Vaanam
2004 Aai

References

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  1. ^ "Veteran actor Joker Thulasi passes away". The Times of India. 10 May 2021. Archived from the original on 17 May 2021. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
  2. ^ கொரானாவால் பழம்பெரும் நடிகர் ஜோக்கர் துளசி காலமானார் – வெளியான அதிர்ச்சித் தகவல் [Legendary actor Joker Tulsi dies at Korana - Shocking news released]. kalakkalcinema.com (in Tamil). 10 May 2021. Archived from the original on 10 May 2021. Retrieved 10 May 2021.
  3. ^ "Joker Thulasi". Onenov. 6 July 2018. Archived from the original on 4 February 2020. Retrieved 4 February 2020.
  4. ^ "Telugu Tv Actor Joker Thulasi Biography, News, Photos, Videos". nettv4u. Archived from the original on 4 February 2020. Retrieved 4 February 2020.
  5. ^ "Veteran Tamil actor 'Joker' Thulasi passes away in Chennai due to COVID-19". The NewsMinute. 11 May 2021. Archived from the original on 17 May 2021. Retrieved 17 May 2021.
  6. ^ kalyani (11 June 2017). "Joker Thulasi [Comedian]". Antru Kanda Mugam. Archived from the original on 4 February 2020. Retrieved 4 February 2020.
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