T. N. Rajarathinam Pillai
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Thirumarugal Natesapillai Rajarathinam Pillai (27 August 1898- 12 December 1956) or TNR was an Indian Carnatic musician, nadaswaram maestro, vocalist and film actor. He was popularly known as "Nadaswara Chakravarthi" (literally, the Emperor of Nadaswaram). Rajarathinam Pillai was born Balasubramanian to his parents, Kuppuswami Pillai and Govindammal at Thiruvaduthurai in Thanjavur District in South India. His father was an exponent of Carnatic music. He was given in adoption to his uncle Thirumarugal Natesa Pillai, who was his guru initially and a nagaswaram player who was regarded as an exponent of raga improvisation/ elaboration, and took his initials and the name Rajarathnam from then on. Rajarathnam Pillai married five times and died without issues. Contrary to the prevailing norms of dress for nadaswaram players, who, as temple servants, would dress humbly, Pillai often appeared in concerts wearing shirt and trousers or, on occasions, wore the dress favored by the Hindustani musicians.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of T. N. Rajarathinam Pillai reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 1 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of T. N. Rajarathinam Pillai's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), T. N. Rajarathinam Pillai remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Thiruneelakantar, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
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Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of T. N. Rajarathinam Pillai.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | Thiruneelakantar | Guest appearanace | Flop | Similar → |
T. N. Rajarathinam Pillai - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of T. N. Rajarathinam Pillai?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring T. N. Rajarathinam Pillai is "Thiruneelakantar" with a rating of 0.0/10.
How many movies has T. N. Rajarathinam Pillai acted in?
T. N. Rajarathinam Pillai has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.