Nallandi

Nallandi was an Indian farmer and actor. He rose to prominence by portraying the character of Maayandi in the Tamil film Kadaisi Vivasayi, which also starred Vijay Sethupathi.

Nallandi
Portait of Nallandi
Born1937
Usilampatti, Tamil Nadu, India[1]
Died1 February 2022(2022-02-01) (aged 84–85)
Occupation(s)Farmer, Actor

Film career

Nallandi was cast as the lead in Kadaisi Vivasayi after the director M. Manikandan "needed someone who also knew farming because I wanted to show the different processes involved in farming".[2] Regarding his performance in the film, a critic wrote that "Nallandi, who is unfortunately no more, is brilliant, especially when he is separated from his cattle and crops after landing in jail for a crime he never did. The sadness is reflected in his eyes".[3]

At the 69th National Film Awards-Special Mention, his character in Kadaisi Vivasayi received a Special Mention.[4] His performance as Maayandi in the lead role reaped rewards for him with widespread critical acclaim.[5]

Death

Nallandi died in February 2022 as a result of age-related difficulties.[6]

References
  1. ப., ஜீவகணேஷ் (24 August 2023). "`விவசாய வேல முடிச்சுட்டுதான் நடிக்க வருவேன்' நடித்தது ஒரே படம்; தேசிய விருது; யார் இந்த நல்லாண்டி?". Ananda Vikatan (in Tamil).
  2. Sudevan, Praveen; S., Srivatsan. "Lights, camera, action, authenticity". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 2 January 2023.
  3. M. V., Vivek (18 February 2022). "'Kadaisi Vivasayi' review: A terrific film on simple living". Deccan Herald.
  4. "69th National Film Awards 2023: 'Kadaisi Vivasayi' wins the Best Tamil Film". The Times of India. 24 August 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 24 August 2023.
  5. "Manikandan's heartfelt note after winning the National Award". The Times of India. 25 August 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
  6. "Thiru Nallandi, actor Kadaisi vivasayi death". News7 Tamil. 24 August 2023.
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