Prithviraj Sukumaran to Dhanush: Actors who wore many hats; Directors, producers and more Malayalam Movie News
“Cinema is a versatile medium. To serve this medium, you have to be flexible; you have to know a lot.”Indian cinema has seen several actors who have extended their creative journeys beyond acting. They direct films, produce projects, write soundtracks, perform music and assist in the technical aspects of films.Take a look at some of the actors who have made successful careers by playing multiple roles in films.
Kamal Haasan
Kamal Haasan is one of the most famous actors in Indian cinema. He has acted in more than 230 films in several languages. Its activities go beyond exercise. Kamal Haasan directed popular movies like ‘Hey Ram’, ‘Virumaandi’ and ‘Vishwaroopam’. He has also worked as a producer, screenwriter, composer, choreographer, editor and assistant director. Trained in advanced makeup techniques by Hollywood makeup legend Michael Westmore, she has been pushing the boundaries of make-up. As a singer and songwriter he has contributed to several memorable songs including ‘Kanmani Anbodu Kadhalan’, ‘Thenpandi Seemaayile’, ‘Inji Idupazhagi’ and many more.Films like ‘Nayakan’, ‘Anbe Sivam’, ‘Dasavathaaram’ and ‘Vishwaroopam’ showcased his range as an actor and filmmaker.
Thalapathy Vijay and Dhanush
Thalapathy Vijay started his career as a child actor before becoming one of the most popular actors in Tamil cinema. He has given several commercial successes which include ‘Ghilli’, ‘Thuppakki’, ‘Mersal’, ‘Master’, ‘Leo’ and many more.Vijay has also made a mark as a playback singer with songs like ‘Google Google’, ‘Veritanam’ and ‘Na Ready’. All these songs became trendsetters.Tamil actor Dhanush has also proved himself as a complete and popular filmmaker in films like ‘Aadukalam’, ‘Pudhupettai’, ‘Karnan’, ‘Asuran’ and ‘Raanjhanaa’, he has made an impressive career as a singer, music composer, producer and director. His song ‘Why This Kolaveri Di’ became a worldwide hit. Dhanush’s directorial films include ‘Pa. Pandi’, ‘Raayan’, ‘Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam’, ‘Idli Kadai’.
Prithviraj Sukumaran
Prithviraj Sukumaran has been taking roles more than acting. Since his debut with ‘Nandanam’ in 2002 he has given memorable performances in films like ‘Classmates’, ‘Vaasthavam’, ‘Celluloid’, ‘Ayalum Njanum Thammil’, ‘Ennu Ninte Moideen’, ‘Ezra’, ‘Ayyappanum Koshiyum’, ‘The Goat Life’, ‘The Goat Life’.He has also done a great job as a producer and director. His first show, ‘Lucifer’, became a hit and made him a film producer. He has lent his voice as a playback singer in projects including “Kettille Kettille” from ‘Pokkiriraja’, ‘Puthiya Mugham’, ‘Premamennaal’, and many more.Prithviraj recently shared his happiness after receiving a rousing response to ‘Circus’, a song from his latest film ‘I, Nobody’. The song is composed by Jakes Bejoy with lyrics by Zeeba Tomy. It has attracted attention because it was sung by 11-year-old daughter, Alankrita Menon Prithviraj.Giving his thanks atHe also gave a heartfelt message to his daughter, adding, “Dear Ally, Mamma and Daada are so proud of the passion and drive you’ve developed in music and we hope and pray that the fire will burn forever. Thanks to ‘Jakes uncle’ for believing in him with this amazing song and guiding him through all of this.
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