Pugazh (actor)
Pugazh | |||||||
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| Born | 14 November 1990[1] Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu, India | ||||||
| Other names | Vijay TV Pugazh, Comali Pugazh, Parattai Pugazh, CWC pugazh | ||||||
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 2016–present | ||||||
| Spouse |
Benzi Riya (m. 2022) | ||||||
| Children | 1 | ||||||
YouTube information | |||||||
| Channels | Parattai Pugazh | ||||||
| Years active | 2020–present | ||||||
| Genre(s) | Lifestyle, Vlogs | ||||||
| Subscribers | 1.36 million | ||||||
| Total views | 100.8 million | ||||||
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Last updated: 4 December 2023 | |||||||
Pugazhendhi, commonly known as Pugazh, is an Indian actor and comedian.[2] He rose to fame after appearing on Star Vijay's Cooku with Comali.
Personal life[edit]
Pugazh was born on 14 November 1990 in Cuddalore. He was educated at St. Joseph's High School and Sri Padaleswarar Secondary School in Thirupapuliyur.[1] Pugazh married Benzi Riya in 2022.[3] They have one daughter born in September 2023.[4]
Career[edit]
Pugazh grew to prominence after competing in Cooku with Comali. He is known for his mimicry and humour. Udayaraj of Baana Kaathadi fame helped Pugazh audition for Kalakka Povathu Yaaru, but was not cast. Undeterred, he worked as a computer serviceman at Vijay TV and later starred in Sirippu Da alongside Dheena. Following his later selection and success in Kalakka Povathu Yaaru, he was given the opportunity to participate in Cooku with Comali. He garnered success on the show resulting in several offers to act in Tamil films. He debuted in Sixer[5] and has since starred in more movies like Cocktail,[6] and Sabhaapathy.[7]
Filmography[edit]
Films[edit]
| † | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
| Year | Film | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Sixer | Psychiatrist | [5] | |
| Dha Dha 87 | Drunkard | |||
| Kaithi | — | [8] | ||
| 2020 | Cocktail | Local | [6] | |
| 2021 | Sabhaapathy | Ramani | [7] | |
| 2021 | Subway | Psycho person | ||
| 2022 | Enna Solla Pogirai | Chitti | [9] | |
| Valimai | 'Success' Balu | [10] | ||
| Etharkkum Thunindhavan | Aavani Soolamani's sidekick | |||
| Veetla Vishesham | Amal Tailor | |||
| Yaanai | Parattai | |||
| Radha Krishna | Nokuvarman | Premiered on Colors Tamil | ||
| Agent Kannayiram | Detective | |||
| DSP | Poovaali | [11] | ||
| Kadaisi Kadhal Kadhai | ||||
| 2023 | Ayothi | Pandi | [12] | |
| August 16 1947 | Thavudu | [13] | ||
| Karungaapiyam | Tea vendor | |||
| Kasethan Kadavulada | Hacker | [14] | ||
| TBA | Mr. Zoo Keeper † | TBA | Filming | [15] |
Television[edit]
| Year | Title | Season | Role | Platform | Notes | Ref. |
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| 2017 | Sirippu Daa | — | Contestant | Star Vijay | ||
| Kalakka Povathu Yaaru | Season 6 | |||||
| 2018 | Season 7 | Guest | ||||
| 2019 | Season 8 | |||||
| 2017 | Kalakka Povathu Yaaru Champions | Season 1 | Participant /Contestant | |||
| 2020 | Season 2 | |||||
| 2019-20 | Cooku with Comali | Season 1 | Comedian/Contestant | |||
| 2020-21 | Season 2 | [16] | ||||
| 2022 | Season 3 | [17] | ||||
| 2019 | Super Singer Senior | Season 7 | Guest | |||
| 2021 | Season 8 | |||||
| 2020 | Super Singer Junior | Season 7 | ||||
| 2021-22 | Season 8 | |||||
| 2019 | Mr. And Mrs. Chinnathirai | Season 1 | ||||
| 2020 | Season 2 | |||||
| 2021 | Season 3 | |||||
| Comedy Raja Kalakkal Rani | — | Contestant | ||||
| LOL: Enga Siri Paappom | — | Contestant | Amazon Prime Video | Winner Along With Abhishek | ||
| Behindwoods Awards | — | Host | Behindwoods TV | Along with Manimegalai | ||
| 2022 | Bigg Boss Ultimate | Season 1 | As Detective (Himself) | Disney+ Hotstar | Promotional Video For Snehan | |
| 2023 | Ready Steady Po | Season 3 | Contestant/Co-Host | Star Vijay | Shifted to Co-Host after Rakshan departed | |
| Bigg Boss Tamil | Season 7 | Guest | Deepavali Celebration with Srushti Dange | [18] |
Music videos[edit]
| Year | Song | Artist |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | "So Soku" | V2 Vijay Vicky, MM Monissha, and Junior Nithya |
| 2022 | "Muttu Mu2" | TeeJay Arunasalam, Yogi B, and Sivaangi Krishnakumar |
Accolades[edit]
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| Year | Award | Category | Result |
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| 2021 | Blacksheep Digital Awards | Star Entertainer (Male) | Won |
| Behindwoods Awards | Best Entertainer on Television (Male) | Won | |
| Vijay Television Awards | Best Comedian | Won |
References[edit]
- ^ a b "Pugazh". Nettv4u. Archived from the original on 23 February 2022. Retrieved 23 February 2022.
- ^ "Pugazh: Movies, Photos, Videos, News, Biography & Birthday | eTimes". timesofindia.indiatimes.com. Archived from the original on 30 December 2021. Retrieved 31 May 2022.
- ^ "Popular actor Pugazh gets married to love of his life". The Times of India. 1 September 2022. Archived from the original on 4 September 2022. Retrieved 4 September 2022.
- ^ "Actor Pugazh reveals the name of his new-born daughter". The Times of India. 13 October 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 28 November 2023.
- ^ a b S, Srivatsan (30 August 2019). "'Sixer' movie review: Eyes wide shut". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 28 July 2020. Retrieved 23 February 2022.
- ^ a b "Pugazh shares happiness about acting with Ajith in Valimai". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 5 January 2022. Retrieved 23 February 2022.
- ^ a b Sudevan, Praveen (19 November 2021). "'Sabapathy' movie review: Santhanam's latest has an exciting plot but is let down by tepid writing". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 29 November 2021. Retrieved 23 February 2022.
- ^ Winters, Bryce J. (16 February 2021). "Cook with Comali Pugazh has acted in Kaithi movie, here are the details". TheNewsCrunch. Archived from the original on 22 December 2021. Retrieved 22 December 2021.
- ^ "The experience working in Enna Solla Pogirai was great: Pugazh". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 6 December 2021. Retrieved 23 February 2022.
- ^ "Popular television star Pugazh to star in Ajith's 'Valimai'". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 18 January 2021. Retrieved 23 February 2022.
- ^ "Pugazh to share screen space with Vijay Sethupathi in 'VJS 46'". The Times of India. 18 March 2021. Archived from the original on 22 December 2021. Retrieved 22 December 2021.
- ^ Chandhini R (3 March 2023). "Ayothi Movie Review: This Sasikumar-starrer is full of heart and yet, marred by melodrama". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 4 March 2023. Retrieved 4 March 2023.
- ^ Roy, Dhaval (6 April 2023). "August 16 1947 Movie Review : High production value makes this worth a watch". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 7 April 2023. Retrieved 7 April 2023.
- ^ Lakshmi, V. "Pugazh is a hacker in Kasethan Kadavulada". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 17 August 2021. Retrieved 23 February 2022.
- ^ "'Mr. Zoo Keeper' director Suresh praises Pugazh's acting skills". The Times of India. 28 March 2022. Archived from the original on 27 July 2022. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
- ^ "Kani is the winner of 'Cook with Comali' Season 2". The Hindu. 15 April 2021. Archived from the original on 21 April 2021. Retrieved 22 December 2021.
- ^ "Pugazh to finally participate in Cook with Comali 3?". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 7 February 2022. Retrieved 23 February 2022.
- ^ "Pugazh and Srushti Dange to grace 'Bigg Boss Tamil 7'; deets inside". The Times of India. 13 November 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 14 November 2023.