Chimbudeven
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Chimbudeven is a Tamil
film director
. He debuted in film directing with the blockbuster comedy film Imsai Arasan 23m Pulikesi
, with Vadivelu
donning the lead role.
, Chimbu was the second child. His original name is Senthilkumar.Chimbudeven graduated from Madurai Thiagarajar College with a bachelor degree in botany from Madurai Kamaraj University
. He also went on to do a Diploma in Journalism. He did his schooling in St. Britto Higher Secondary school in Madurai
. At a young age Chimbu was well recogonised for his drawing/writing skills. Before becoming film director he worked as journalist/ cartoonist for the famous Tamil
weekly Ananda Vikatan
.
. He went on to assist Cheran for Vetri Kodi Kattu
, Pandavar Bhoomi
and Autograph (2004 film). Chimbu and Director A. R. Murugadoss
were flatmates. Later on Chimbu worked in A. R. Murugadoss
's 'Dheena' and 'Ramana' as a guest assistant.
The first independent direction chance came across from S Pictures
. When the story was narrated to director S. Shankar
, he liked it so much and immediately proceeded with the film and that was "Imsai Arasan 23rd Pulikesi" (Torture king 23rd pulikesi). After "Madurai Meeta Sundarapandian" film this is the historic movie taken after 28 years. The advertisement itself has shown a tagline of "India's first historical comedy sattire". The film was full of political sattire. Well-known comedian Vadivelu for the first time acted as a hero in this movie.The film when released went on to become that years biggest box office hit.
Second film was also for director S. Shankar's S Pictures and directed a 'fantasy comedy' film "Arai En 305-il Kadavul
" (God in room no.305). The storyline of the film was that what would happen if god comes to earth and stay. This was complimented by and large by both religious and ethiest communities and it gave a new perspective about life. Comedians Santhanam, Ganja Karuppu and Prakash Raj are heros in this movie.
Next film was made for Kalpathi S.Aghoram's AGS Entertainment
. It was cowboy comedy "Irumbukkottai Murattu Singam" (Iron fort's furious lion). In tamil cinema, after the movie 'Ganga', this is a full length cowboy movie being taken after 38 years. The movie was appreciated to be in the standards of an original Italian cowboy movies. In this film, the sattire was on world politics and it had received award from Best Film 2010 -Tamil Nadu Progressive Writers - Artist Association.
All the three films were a mix of fantasy-comedy-sattire. Currently Chimbu deven is working on his fourth film. This movie has been titled Maareesan. It is a Historical fantasy film.
Irumbukkottai Murattu Singam
Tamil people
Tamil people , also called Tamils or Tamilians, are an ethnic group native to Tamil Nadu, India and the north-eastern region of Sri Lanka. Historic and post 15th century emigrant communities are also found across the world, notably Malaysia, Singapore, Mauritius, South Africa, Australia, Canada,...
film director
Film director
A film director is a person who directs the actors and film crew in filmmaking. They control a film's artistic and dramatic nathan roach, while guiding the technical crew and actors.-Responsibilities:...
. He debuted in film directing with the blockbuster comedy film Imsai Arasan 23m Pulikesi
Imsai Arasan 23m Pulikesi
Imsai Arasan 23am Pulikesi is a 2006 Tamil historical comedy film directed by Chimbudeven. The film stars Vadivelu in his first lead role alongside Monica, Tejashree, Manorama, Nassar and Nagesh. The film's score and soundtrack are composed by Sabesh-Murali. The film was produced and distributed...
, with Vadivelu
Vadivelu
Vadivelu , often referred to as Vadivel, is a Tamil film actor,comedian and playback singer. Since 2000, he has acted as a comedian in various Tamil films. During his career, Vadivelu has won several Filmfare Awards and Tamil Nadu State Film Awards...
donning the lead role.
Early life
Born in MaduraiMadurai
Madurai is the third largest city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. It served as the capital city of the Pandyan Kingdom. It is the administrative headquarters of Madurai District and is famous for its temples built by Pandyan and...
, Chimbu was the second child. His original name is Senthilkumar.Chimbudeven graduated from Madurai Thiagarajar College with a bachelor degree in botany from Madurai Kamaraj University
Madurai Kamaraj University
Madurai Kamaraj University also abbreviated MKU is a public university in India.-Overview:Madurai Kamaraj University, located in Madurai city established in 1966, has 18 schools comprising 72 departments. The Directorate of Distance Education of the University has a student strength of about 1.3...
. He also went on to do a Diploma in Journalism. He did his schooling in St. Britto Higher Secondary school in Madurai
Madurai
Madurai is the third largest city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. It served as the capital city of the Pandyan Kingdom. It is the administrative headquarters of Madurai District and is famous for its temples built by Pandyan and...
. At a young age Chimbu was well recogonised for his drawing/writing skills. Before becoming film director he worked as journalist/ cartoonist for the famous Tamil
Tamil language
Tamil is a Dravidian language spoken predominantly by Tamil people of the Indian subcontinent. It has official status in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and in the Indian union territory of Pondicherry. Tamil is also an official language of Sri Lanka and Singapore...
weekly Ananda Vikatan
Ananda Vikatan
Ananda Vikatan ஆனந்த விகடன் is the leading Tamil language weekly magazine published from Chennai, India. It is part of the Vikatan group which also publishes Junior Vikatan , Chutti Vikatan , Aval Vikatan , Naanayam Vikatan , Sakthi Vikatan , Motor Vikatan and Pasumai Vikatan Ananda Vikatan ஆனந்த...
.
Journalist
Started his career as a Sub Editor/cartoonist for a hugely popular weekly magazine “Ananda Vikatan”. Among his various cartoon strips.. “Keemovil Somu” was a hugely successful Comic series. This was later released as a book. His Jokes and political cartoons in the weeklies got him critical acclaim. Among his various cartoon characters,'Imsai Arasan 23rd Pulikesi' got widespread acclaim from both readers & his peers. This Character/Cartoon later on became his launch pad into film world as a writer/ director.Film career
Chimbu started his film career by joining as an assistant director to film maker CheranCheran
Cheran can refer to:*Cheran , the name of a Tamil dynasty in South India.*Cheran , a Tamil film director.*Cherán, a municipality the Mexican state of Michoacán.*Chéran, a river in eastern France....
. He went on to assist Cheran for Vetri Kodi Kattu
Vetri Kodi Kattu
Vetri Kodu Kattu is a Tamil film directed by Cheran starring Murali, Parthiban, Meena, Manorama andMalavika-Plot:Sekhar and Muthuraman live in two different villages...
, Pandavar Bhoomi
Pandavar Bhoomi
Pandavar Bhoomi is a Tamil feature film, directed by Cheran.- Plot :This deals with the entry of a well educated Engineer/Architect still well versed in traditions helping a family struggling with its past & honour build a house....
and Autograph (2004 film). Chimbu and Director A. R. Murugadoss
A. R. Murugadoss
A. R. Murugadoss is an Indian film director, producer and screenwriter.-Early life:A. R. Murugadoss was born in Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu. He studied B.A. in Bishop Heber College, Trichy. In the College he had the great affinity towards Tamil films and friends...
were flatmates. Later on Chimbu worked in A. R. Murugadoss
A. R. Murugadoss
A. R. Murugadoss is an Indian film director, producer and screenwriter.-Early life:A. R. Murugadoss was born in Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu. He studied B.A. in Bishop Heber College, Trichy. In the College he had the great affinity towards Tamil films and friends...
's 'Dheena' and 'Ramana' as a guest assistant.
The first independent direction chance came across from S Pictures
S Pictures
S Pictures is a film production company owned by film director S. Shankar. Many of the films it produced are commercial hits with moderate budget.-Filmography:-See also:* S. Shankar* S Musics - Director Shankar's Newly formed Audio Release Record label....
. When the story was narrated to director S. Shankar
S. Shankar
Shankar is an Indian film director and producer who predominantly works in Tamil cinema. He made his directional debut in Gentleman for which he was awarded the Filmfare Best Director Award...
, he liked it so much and immediately proceeded with the film and that was "Imsai Arasan 23rd Pulikesi" (Torture king 23rd pulikesi). After "Madurai Meeta Sundarapandian" film this is the historic movie taken after 28 years. The advertisement itself has shown a tagline of "India's first historical comedy sattire". The film was full of political sattire. Well-known comedian Vadivelu for the first time acted as a hero in this movie.The film when released went on to become that years biggest box office hit.
Second film was also for director S. Shankar's S Pictures and directed a 'fantasy comedy' film "Arai En 305-il Kadavul
Arai En 305-il Kadavul
Arai Enn 305-il Kadavul is a Tamil film directed by Chimbu deven. The film stars comedian Santhanam, Ganja Karuppu, Prakash Raj, Jyothirmayi, and Madhumitha...
" (God in room no.305). The storyline of the film was that what would happen if god comes to earth and stay. This was complimented by and large by both religious and ethiest communities and it gave a new perspective about life. Comedians Santhanam, Ganja Karuppu and Prakash Raj are heros in this movie.
Next film was made for Kalpathi S.Aghoram's AGS Entertainment
AGS Entertainment
AGS Entertainment is a film production and distribution company in India. It was established in 2006 by three brothers Kalpathi S. Aghoram, Kalpathi S.Ganesh and Kalpathi S...
. It was cowboy comedy "Irumbukkottai Murattu Singam" (Iron fort's furious lion). In tamil cinema, after the movie 'Ganga', this is a full length cowboy movie being taken after 38 years. The movie was appreciated to be in the standards of an original Italian cowboy movies. In this film, the sattire was on world politics and it had received award from Best Film 2010 -Tamil Nadu Progressive Writers - Artist Association.
All the three films were a mix of fantasy-comedy-sattire. Currently Chimbu deven is working on his fourth film. This movie has been titled Maareesan. It is a Historical fantasy film.
Filmography
| Year | Film | Language | Genre | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Imsai Arasan 23m Pulikesi Imsai Arasan 23m Pulikesi Imsai Arasan 23am Pulikesi is a 2006 Tamil historical comedy film directed by Chimbudeven. The film stars Vadivelu in his first lead role alongside Monica, Tejashree, Manorama, Nassar and Nagesh. The film's score and soundtrack are composed by Sabesh-Murali. The film was produced and distributed... |
Tamil Tamil language Tamil is a Dravidian language spoken predominantly by Tamil people of the Indian subcontinent. It has official status in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and in the Indian union territory of Pondicherry. Tamil is also an official language of Sri Lanka and Singapore... |
Historical Comedy | Writer / Director |
| 2008 | Arai En 305-il Kadavul Arai En 305-il Kadavul Arai Enn 305-il Kadavul is a Tamil film directed by Chimbu deven. The film stars comedian Santhanam, Ganja Karuppu, Prakash Raj, Jyothirmayi, and Madhumitha... |
Tamil | Fantasy Comedy | Writer / Director |
| 2010 | Irumbukkottai Murattu Singam | Tamil | Cowboy Comedy | Writer / Director |
| Filming | Maareesan | Tamil | Historical Fantasy | Writer / Director |
Awards
Imsai Arasan 23m PulikesiImsai Arasan 23m Pulikesi
Imsai Arasan 23am Pulikesi is a 2006 Tamil historical comedy film directed by Chimbudeven. The film stars Vadivelu in his first lead role alongside Monica, Tejashree, Manorama, Nassar and Nagesh. The film's score and soundtrack are composed by Sabesh-Murali. The film was produced and distributed...
- Best Costume -Tamil Nadu State Award
- Best Makeup -Tamil Nadu State Award
- Best Film 2006 -Tamil Nadu Progressive Writers - Artist Association
Irumbukkottai Murattu Singam
- Best Film 2010 -Tamil Nadu Progressive Writers - Artist Association