Biography
Title in Fact: Thiagarajan
Nickname: Prashanth, Prasanth
Date of Birth: April 6, 1973
Age (as of 2024): 51 years old
Birthplace: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Height: 5.10 feet
Education: Computer graphics and multimedia at Trinity College of Music, London
Family
Father: T. Thiagarajan, a director, producer, and actor
Mother: Shanthi Thiagarajan
Cousin: Vikram, a famous actor
Grandfather: Peketi Sivaram, a prominent actor and director in Telugu and Kannada cinema
Marital Status: Married
Residence: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Career
Prashanth, also known as Prasanth Thiagarajan, is a well-known businessman and a prominent Indian actor in Tamil cinema. He has also worked in Telugu, Hindi, and Malayalam films. Prashanth began his acting career at the age of 17 with the Tamil film “Vaigasi Poranthachu” (1990), for which he won the Best New Face award.
Notable Films
- Vaigasi Poranthachu (1990) – Debut film
- Vanna Vanna Pookkal (1992) – Directed by Balu Mahendra
- Chembaruthi (1992) – Directed by R. K. Selvamani
- Tholi Muddhu (1993) – Directed by K. Rushendra Reddy
- Thiruda Thiruda (1993) – Directed by Mani Ratnam
- Jeans (1998) – Directed by Shankar, co-starring Aishwarya Rai
- Kannedhirey Thondrinal (1998)
- Kaadhal Kavithai (1998)
- Jodi (1999)
- Parthen Rasithen (2000)
- Piriyadha Varam Vendum (2001)
- Arjun (1996) – Telugu film
- Swayamvaram (1999) – Telugu film
- Enakku 20 Unakku 18 (2000)
Achievements
- Kalaimamani Award: By the Government of Tamil Nadu
- Best New Face Award: For “Vaigasi Poranthachu” (1990)
Training
- Studied at: Trinity College of Music, London
- Skills: Trained in karate and gymnastics
Net Worth
- Information: Not available
Facts
Prashanth is trained in karate and gymnastics, showcasing his versatility and commitment to fitness and the arts.
Prashanth was born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
His father, T. Thiagarajan, is a significant figure in Tamil cinema as an actor, director, and producer.
His grandfather, Peketi Sivaram, was a renowned actor and director in Telugu and Kannada films.
Prashanth’s career peaked with the success of “Jeans” (1998), where he played a dual role alongside Aishwarya Rai.
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