Major Sundarrajan - Actor Profile

Major Sundarrajan

Acting
Updated: Apr 17, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 1, 1935
Birth Place: Madras, British India

About Major Sundarrajan

Major Sundararajan, was an Indian actor who has performed in Tamil language films. Starting as an amateur stage artist while working full-time in the Telecom department in the early 1950s, Sundararajan entered the film world with Pattinathaar (1962), directed by K. Somu. After a powerful performance as a blind and retired army official in K. Balachander's Major Chandrakant (1966), he came to be known as 'Major Sundararajan'.

Major Sundarrajan Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Major Sundarrajan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Major Sundarrajan's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 40% of Major Sundarrajan's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Thunaivan, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Major Sundarrajan Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Major Sundarrajan's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Major Sundarrajan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1998 Marumalarchi - Average Similar →
1997 Iruvar Police Officer Hit Similar →
1995 Karnaa - Average Similar →
1994 Namma Annachi - Flop Similar →
1994 Jai Hind Ravichandran Average Similar →
1985 Sri Raghavendrar King of Tanjavore Average Similar →
1985 Uyarndha Ullam - Hit Similar →
1985 Thandanai - Hit Similar →
1984 Nallavanukku Nallavan - Average Similar →
1981 Garjanai - Flop Similar →
1980 Ellam Un Kairasi Manikkam Flop Similar →
1980 Naan Potta Saval - Flop Similar →
1980 Guru - Average Similar →
1980 Kaali Sampath Flop Similar →
1980 Anbukku Naan Adimai - Flop Similar →
1980 Billa Gokulnath Hit Similar →
1980 Rishi Moolam - Hit Similar →
1979 Neela Malargal Ponnambalam Flop Similar →
1979 Kalyanaraman - Average Similar →
1979 Dharma Yuddam Thiyagarajan Average Similar →
1979 Thaayillamal Naanillai Jameen Flop Similar →
1979 Velum Mayilum Thunai Prohit Flop Similar →
1979 Thirisoolam - Hit Similar →
1978 Priya - Average Similar →
1978 Justice Gopinath Murugan Flop Similar →
1978 Thai Meethu Sathiyam - Flop Similar →
1977 Aadu Puli Attam - Flop Similar →
1975 Apoorva Raagangal Mahendran Super Hit Similar →
1974 Thanga Padhakkam - Hit Similar →
1973 Gauravam Mohan Das Hit Similar →
1973 Engal Thanga Raja - Super Hit Similar →
1973 Bharatha Vilas Baldev Singh Average Similar →
1972 Vasantha Maligai Latha's father Average Similar →
1972 Gnana Oli - Super Hit Similar →
1971 Babu - Hit Similar →
1971 Rickshawkaran K. Dharmaraj Average Similar →
1970 Thedi Vandha Mappillai - Flop Similar →
1970 Ethiroli - Flop Similar →
1969 Deiva Magan Raju Hit Similar →
1969 Thunaivan - Super Hit Similar →
1969 Anjal Petti 520 Siva Chidambaram Average Similar →
1968 Ethir Neechal Sababathy Super Hit Similar →
1968 Kudiyirundha Koyil - Hit Similar →
1967 Athey Kangal - Hit Similar →
1967 Thangai - Flop Similar →
1967 Bama Vijayam Maheshwaran Super Hit Similar →
1966 Motor Sundaram Pillai - Average Similar →
1965 Naanal Prisoner Arasu Average Similar →
1965 Neerkumizhi Dr. Indra's Father Super Hit Similar →
1964 Server Sundaram Chakravarthy Super Hit Similar →

Major Sundarrajan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Major Sundarrajan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Major Sundarrajan is "Thunaivan" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Major Sundarrajan acted in?

Major Sundarrajan has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Major Sundarrajan?

Other notable films include "Neerkumizhi", "Bama Vijayam", and "Engal Thanga Raja".

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