Biography
J. Alexander, known professionally as Mahendran, was an Indian film director, screenwriter and actor, known for his work in the Tamil film industry. Mahendran is regarded as one of the greatest filmmakers of Tamil cinema and has influenced numerous filmmakers, writers and actors after him. After entering the film industry as a screenwriter, writing scripts for nearly 26 films, including the widely influential Thangappathakkam (1974), he made an immediate impact with his first directional venture Mullum Malarum (1978), starring Rajinikanth. Uthiripookkal (1979), Mahendran's next film, was based on a short story written by Pudumaipithan, and firmly established him as an important filmmaker in Tamil cinema. His subsequent works, such as Johnny (1980) and Nenjathai Killathe (1980), were acclaimed, with the latter winning three National Film Awards including the award for the Best Regional Film.
Filmography
all 42
Movies 42
Director 12
Writer 7
Screenplay 1
Kombu Vatcha Singamda (2022)
Boomerang (2019)
Petta (2019)
Seethakathi (2018)
Mr. Chandramouli (2018)
Nimir (2018)
Katamarayudu (2017)
Theri (2016)
Vindhai (2015)
Ninaithathu Yaaro (2014)
Vizha (2013)
Jaggubhai (2010)
Sasanam (2006)
Kamaraj (2004)
Kallazhagar (1999)
Oor Panchayathu (1992)
Naangal (1992)
Kannukku Mai Ezhuthu (1986)
Seethamma Pelli (1984)
Kai Kodukkum Kai (1984)
Azhagiya Kanne (1982)
Hitler Umanath (1982)
Metti (1982)
Farz Aur Kanoon (1982)
Kondaveeti Simham (1981)
Nandu (1981)
Nenjathai Killathe (1980)
Johnny (1980)
Kaali (1980)
Poottaatha Poottukkal (1980)
Rishi Moolam (1980)
Uthiripookkal (1979)
Pagalil Oru Iravu (1979)
Enippadigal (1979)
Mullum Malarum (1978)
Aadu Puli Attam (1977)
Nirai Kudam (1969)
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Known For
Writing
Gender
Male
Birthday
1939-07-25
Deathday
2019-04-02 (79 years old)
Birth Place
Ilaiyangudi, India
Children
John Mahendran
Citizenships
India
Residences
Chennai, India
Also Known As
J. Mahendran, Mahendran J, J. Alexander, Alexander J, Alexander Mahendran, J Mahendiran, J Mahendhiran, Mahendhiran, Mahendiran, J.Mahendran, ஜே. மகேந்திரன்
Awards
Filmfare Award for Best Director – Tamil
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