Theepetti Ganesan
Theepetti Ganesan | |
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| Born | Karthik Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Died | 22 March 2021 Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | film actor |
| Known for | Renigunta |
| Children | 2 |
Theepetti Ganesan also known by his birth name Karthik (died 22 March 2021) was an Indian actor. He was known for playing prominent supporting roles in Seenu Ramasamy's directorial films. His breakthrough performance came in the film Renigunta (2009).[1] His last film on-screen appearance Kanne Kalaimaane was released in 2019.
Life
In April 2020, in an interview he revealed that he faced severe financial tussles due to lack of film opportunities in last few years and revealed that his film career was hit hard during the COVID-19 pandemic.[2] He also engaged in small scale businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic time in order to run his family.[3] He also urged financial assistance to his family and it was revealed that fellow actor Snehan had offered him financial assistance.[4]
Death
He died on 22 March 2021 in Madurai due to illness.[5][6] Prior to his death, he underwent treatment at Madurai Rajaji Hospital.
Filmography
| Year | Film | Language | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Renigunta | Tamil | ||
| 2010 | Thenmerku Paruvakaatru | Tamil | ||
| 2011 | Ayudha Porattam | Tamil | ||
| 2011 | Rajapattai | Tamil | ||
| 2012 | Kadhal Paathai | Tamil | ||
| 2012 | Ustad Hotel | Malayalam | ||
| 2012 | Billa II | Tamil | ||
| 2012 | Neerparavai | Tamil | ||
| 2014 | Endrendrum | Tamil | ||
| 2015 | Buddhanin Sirippu | Tamil | ||
| 2015 | Thiruttu Rail | Tamil | ||
| 2016 | Paisa | Tamil | ||
| 2016 | Mandya to Mumbai | Kannada | ||
| 2018 | Kolamavu Kokila | Tamil | (Special appearance in the promotional song "Kabiskabaa CoCo") | |
| 2018 | Thodraa | Tamil | ||
| 2019 | Kanne Kalaimaane | Tamil | ||
| 2019 | Natpuna Ennanu Theriyuma | Tamil | ||
| TBD | Idam Porul Yaeval | Tamil | ||
| TBD | Vettai Mannan | Tamil |
References
- ^ "'Billa 2' actor Theepetti Ganesan passes away". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 22 March 2021.
- ^ "'Billa 2' actor Theepetti Ganesan passes away in Madurai". The News Minute. 22 March 2021. Retrieved 22 March 2021.
- ^ ChennaiMarch 22, Janani K.; March 22, 2021UPDATED:; Ist, 2021 12:00. "Actor Theepetti Ganesan dies in Madurai due to ill health". India Today. Retrieved 22 March 2021.
{{cite web}}:|first3=has numeric name (help)CS1 maint: extra punctuation (link) CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ "Tamil Bigg Boss 1 fame Snehan visits Theepetti Ganesan after his video seeking financial aid goes viral". PINKVILLA. Retrieved 22 March 2021.
- ^ "நடிகர் தீப்பெட்டி கணேசன் காலமானார்". Dinamani (in Tamil). Retrieved 22 March 2021.
- ^ "Renigunta actor Theepetti Ganesan passes away". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 22 March 2021.