Author: Roopa Swaminathan
Publisher: Rupa
Year: 2002
Language: English
Pages: 72
ISBN/UPC (if available): 8171678998
Description
At the age of nine, a boy ran away from home to join a traveling theatre group. This passion for acting would one day make Sivaji Ganeshan a legend in Tamil films.
With his first film, 'Parasakthi', Sivaji Ganeshan amazed viewers with his acting talent. Using subtle gestures, fluid movements and a powerful voice, he dominated the cinema screen, becoming the source of inspiration to many.
Like many other film stars of Tamil Nadu, Sivaji Ganeshan also entered politics. However, he was loved more for his acting and his generous acts of charity. The fascinating story of an actor, worshipped by million - crowned with the title of Nadigar Tilagam, the jewel Among Actors.
Printed on art paper, Charitavali is a series of biographies dedicated to the legendary figures of India. The series present the lives of great kings, freedom fighters, political thinkers, social reformers, pioneers of industry, eminent scientists, philosophers, artists, musicians, dancers and film stars, writers and sports people
These biographies have been written for the reader who is curious about the life, achievements and character of these legends. Full of fascinating stories and facts, written in an easy, story telling style, these biographies will make these great Indians and their times come alive for the reader.
Contents
Early Promise
A Historic Debut
The Golden Years
Master Craftsman
North-South Divide
In Public Life
Last Days
Filmography