Benjamin (actor)
Benjamin is an Indian film actor and comedian who has appeared in Tamil language films in supporting roles.[2]
Benjamin | |
|---|---|
| Born | K. Benjamin 17 May 1965[1] |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2000-present |
Career
Benjamin made his acting debut through Cheran's Vetri Kodi Kattu (2000), where he played the foul-mouthed brother of Vadivelu's character.[3][4]
Benjamin had a career breakthrough with Cheran's Autograph (2004) where he played the childhood friend of the lead character who assists him in his search for his former lovers. The success of the film led to his first lead comedy role in Thirupaachi (2005), as the friend of Vijay's character.[5][6][7][8]
In 2020, Benjamin suffered a heart attack and made a public appeal for financial donations from his film industry colleagues.[9][10][11]
Selected filmography
- Films
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Vetri Kodi Kattu | Sudalaimuthu's brother-in-law | |
| 2002 | Bagavathi | ||
| 2002 | Saamy | Kudai repair | |
| 2003 | Anbe Sivam | Theatre artiste | |
| 2004 | Autograph | Oolamookkan Subramani | |
| 2004 | Arul | Arul's friend | |
| 2004 | Vasool Raja MBBS | Pickpocket | |
| 2005 | Thirupaachi | Kannappan | |
| 2005 | Ayya | Monkey owner | |
| 2006 | Thirupathi | ||
| 2007 | Sivi | ||
| 2010 | Thamizh Padam | Railway guard | |
| 2011 | Venghai | Selvam's friend | |
| 2019 | Miga Miga Avasaram | Marimuthu | |
| 2020 | Naadodigal 2 | Head constable |
- Television
References
- "K. Benjamin - membership". Retrieved 17 December 2020.
- https://www.india.com/news/agencies/tamil-film-actor-robbed-assaulted-in-salem-2272319/
- "Popular comedian Benjamin seeks help after suffering serious health problem - Tamil News". IndiaGlitz.com. 16 December 2020.
- Palani, Dhiwaharan. ""I Waited 18 Days To Act In That One Scene With Vadivelu" – Benjamin !! | Chennai Memes".
- https://www.sify.com/movies/tirupachi-review-tamil-pclvGfehaddac.html
- https://www.sify.com/movies/tirupachi-review-tamil-pclvGshdhfijj.html
- "Vijay's Thirupachi begins - Tamil News". IndiaGlitz.com. 14 July 2004.
- https://web.archive.org/web/20051207043152/http://www.chennaionline.com/film/reeltalk/05reeltalk11th.asp
- "'Thirupaachi' actor Benjamin seeks financial help for his heart treatment | Tamil Movie News - Times of India". timesofindia.indiatimes.com.
- "Thirupachi fame actor Benjamin requests help on video because of this". Behindwoods. 17 December 2020.
- "Comedian Benjamin Seeks Financial Aid From Fans For Medical Treatment". dtNext.in. 17 December 2020.
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