A. Jagannathan – Veteran Tamil Film Director
Personal Details
- Full Name: A. Jagannathan
- Date of Birth: December 1935
- Place of Birth: Tamil Nadu, India
- Date of Death: October 7, 2012
- Profession: Film Director, Screenwriter
- Active Years: 1970s – 1990s
- Languages: Tamil, Telugu, Kannada
Career Overview
A. Jagannathan was a prolific director in Tamil cinema, known for his commercially successful films, especially in the 1970s and 1980s. He made a significant impact in family dramas, action films, and village-based stories, often working with top stars like M. G. Ramachandran (MGR), Rajinikanth, and Sivaji Ganesan.
He directed nearly 50 films across Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada cinema.
Notable Films (Tamil)
Tamil Films
1970s – Early Success
- Aayiram Jenmangal (1976) – Supernatural thriller starring Rajinikanth.
- Sivagamiyin Selvan (1979) – Drama featuring Sivaji Ganesan.
1980s – Peak Career
- Siva Thandavam (1980)
- Garjanai (1981) – Action film starring Rajinikanth.
- Thyagi (1982)
- Vellai Roja (1983) – Thriller with Sivaji Ganesan.
- Meendum Mahadevan (1983)
- Dharma Pathini (1986) – Social drama with Vijayakanth.
- Michael Raj (1987) – Crime action starring Raghuvaran.
- Raththa Dhaanam (1988)
1990s – Final Years in Cinema
- Thanga Pappa (1993) – Family drama.
🔹 Telugu & Kannada Films
- Kranthiyogi Basavanna (1983, Kannada)
- Thirugu Baana (1983, Kannada)
- Prachanda Kulla (1984, Kannada)
Death & Legacy
A. Jagannathan passed away on October 7, 2012, leaving behind a legacy of classic Tamil films that are still loved by old-school cinema fans.
His contributions to Tamil cinema, especially in thrillers and action dramas, made him one of the most reliable directors of his time.
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