Biographical Summaries of Notable People. This should be enough to negate the rumour of MGR attacking a person for knocking over his cap. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M._G._Ramachandran. [citation needed], On 31 October 2017, Government of Tamil Nadu renamed the Mattuthavani Bus Stand in Madurai as M.G.R. extended unconditional support to the Janata party Government. His 1973 blockbuster Ulagam Sutrum Valiban broke the previous box office records of his films. Mass hysteria gripped Tamil Nadu and over 100 people attempted self-immolation. https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/m-g-ramachandran-7446.php, 20th Century Film & Theater Personalities. The bullet was permanently lodged in his neck and his voice damaged. M.G.R. He willed all his property for the welfare of the poor and hearing impaired people of Tamil Nadu.He gifted golden sword weighing half a Kilogram to Mookambika temple in Kollur, Udipi district. Schools and colleges immediately announced holidays till the situation came under control. In October 1984, MGR was diagnosed with kidney failure and rushed to the Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, United States for treatment, undergoing a kidney transplant. was shot. Also Known As: Marudhur Gopalan Ramachandran Died At Age: 70 Family: Spouse/Ex-: Sathanandavathi (died in 1962), Thangamani (died in 1942), V. N. Janaki (died in 1996) father: Melakkath Gopala Menon mother: Maruthur Satyabhama. Salai in Salem, Tirunelveli New Bus Stand was renamed Bharat Ratna Dr. M.G.R. Family Tree:Father- Melakkath Gopala Menon. He is widely acknowledged as "Puratchi Thalaivar" (Revolutionary Leader) in Tamil Nadu. Around one million people followed his remains, around 30 followers committed suicide and lakhs of people had their heads tonsured. Free train service was started between Bangalore and Madras so that people could pay their last homage to MGR. Ramachandran Central Railway Station, Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G. From the day he marveled people with his performance till his last breath, he was Mannan. Genealogy for Sadanavati Ramachandran (deceased) family tree on Geni, with over 230 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives. Ullagam Suthi Paru was the last film of MGRs career. But that did not showcase anything and everything for the sake of entertainment. MGR was a member of the Congress Party till 1953 and he used to wear kathar. [30][citation needed] However, his rule is not without criticism. The title of the book MGR: A Life is deceptively simple for a narrative that tries to unravel the complexities of a man who was a legend during his lifetime. He later married Sathanandavathi who also died soon due to Tuberculosis. AIADMK won the election and its leader and incumbent Chief Minister, M. G. Ramachandran was sworn in as Chief Minister for the second time. That just doesnt align with his love he had for the people of our state. [36], He personally offered relief in disasters and calamities like fire, flood, drought, and cyclones. M. G. Ramachandran was born on 17-01-1917 in Kandy, Sri Lanka. M. G. R. married V. N. Janaki a former Tamil film actress as his third wife after the death of his second wife. was diagnosed with kidney failure as a result of uncontrolled diabetes, which was soon followed by a mild heart attack and a massive stroke. In order to help their family, M.G.R. He then won 3 elections without a history of a lost election. government. He is till date popularly known by the acronym MGR. M.G.R. Kesavan were mentors of M.G.R. Ramachandran Central Railway Station to honour him. His death sparked off a frenzy of looting and rioting all over the state of Tamil Nadu. If you observe keenly, youll see that even in that scene, it is humans who open the door of the cave. M. G. R. married Bargavi also known as Thangamani a villager who died early due to illness. was ready for the merger of his party with the DMK in September 1979, with former chief minister of Odisha Biju Patnaik acting as the mediator. Ramachandran's kidney ailment remained a well-kept secret", "Where's The Personal Doc? MGR holds the credit for taking this movement to every citizen of the state and making the Dravidian movement a peoples movement. Upon winning the 1977 state elections, M.G.R. MGRs full career was entirely made of mass films. This was the only film in which M.G.R. During his term, he introduced various economic and social policies. Between 1972 and 1977, MGR frequently travelled, spreading and preaching his party ambitions. was alive. 7 days old age. When questioned about it, he replied, My movies are seen by all sections of society, educated and uneducated. Later, he entered the world of cinema, becoming an actor, and later a director, producer, and editor.He also had affair with actress jayalalita, MGR married Bargavi also known as Thangamani who died early due to illness. One of his most successful policies was the introduction of the "Mid-day Meal Scheme" introduced by the popular Congress Chief Minister and Kingmaker K Kamaraj to a nutritious Mid-day Meal Scheme in the Government-run and aided schools in Tamil Nadu, which encouraged underprivileged children to attend schools. The film catapulted him to fame. was the first popular film actor to be a Chief Minister in India. . His father belonged to a Malayali Nair family, and was based at Vadavannur, Palakkad when he was excommunicated in 1903. From his hospital bed, he conducted his campaign for Madras Legislative Assembly. lost hearing in his left ear and had ringing problems in the ear. Between 1968 and 2004, in the United States, Ramachandran life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1998, and highest in 1999. [26] later renamed All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), the only powerful opponent of the DMK. View Social Security Death Index (SSDI) for Ramachandran. Ramachandran's cabinet and a dependable lieutenant to current Chief Minister Jayalalithaa before switching camps and becoming a close confidant of DMK treasurer M.K. He had gifted a golden sword weighing half a Kilogram to Mookambika temple in Kollur, Udupi district.[37]. has been seen by many as taking money away from infrastructure development that could have benefited the poor. Within hours of the shooting, some 50,000-odd fans had gathered at the hospital where MGR had been taken. Park and M.G.R. She did not divorce her husband Ganapati Bhat, and got married to him. [21] M.G.R. is regarded as a cultural icon in Tamil Nadu and is regarded as one of the most influential actors of Tamil cinema. [1][2], MGR was a Hindu and portrayed himself as a devotee of Lord Murugan, as is common practice for many Hindus in Sri Lanka. said there was no question of retirement for anyone associated in whichever capacity with the cine field. One of MGR's most successful policies was the re-introduction of the "Mid-day Meal Scheme" in the Government-run and aided schools in Tamil Nadu, which encouraged underprivileged children to attend schools. Understanding the tactics played by Karunanithi to corner him, MGR started to claim that corruption had grown within the party after the demise of Annadurai and in a public meeting asked for the financial details of the party to be publicized which enraged the leadership of DMK. Rajiv Gandhi visited cyclone-hit areas in Tamil Nadu, which also boosted the alliance. was posthumously honoured with Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honour. Mohini (1948), Marmayogi (1951), Kudiyirundha Koyil (1968), Rickshawkaran (1971), and Oorukku Uzhaippavan (1976) among others. Around one million[45] people followed his remains, around 30 followers committed suicide and people had their heads tonsured. had no children from any of his marriages.[18]. Now, more than 50 lakh children and mothers are being benefited by this scheme, annually. Half brother of Private and Private, MGR was born in Nawalapitiya near Kandy, British Ceylon (present day Sri Lanka), to immigrant Keralite Nair parents Gopala Menon and Maruthur Satyabhama. His official residence at 27, Arcot Street, T. Nagar is now M.G.R. ADMK, which over the years became AIADMK, ruled the state of Tamil Nadu from 1977 until 1984 with MGR as the Chief Minister. After 2 years, upon seeing the success of this scheme, it was extended to children between 2 15 years of age. MGR converted Madras CM K. Kamarajs Midday Meal Scheme to MGRs Nutritious Meal Scheme where he added saththurundai, a nutritious sugary flour dumpling, to the meals. After the death of Annadurai, DMK came under the leadership of Karunanidhi. was diagnosed with kidney failure as a result of diabetes. Managed by: Private User Last Updated: November 18, 2014 [47], After his electoral success with in 1977, the DMK has not yet returned to power in Tamil Nadu until his death. He was felicitated with honorary doctorate degrees from the University of Madras and the World University Arizona in 1974. covertly supported the cause of independent Tamil Eelam and financed the LTTE and their cadres were being given military training in Tamil Nadu. Bus Stand to honour him. He demanded to publicise the financial details of the party. During his film career MGR befriended Annadurai, one of the most prominent leaders of the Dravidian movement. Young Ramachandran grew up both as a devout Hindu and a devotee of Lord Murugan. On 12 January 1967, Radha and a producer visited M.G.R. A great point to illustrate this would be the villains in his movies. A mild heart attack coupled with diabetes and massive stroke complicated his health further. (Nairs are traditionally matrilineal, hence he shares his matrilineal family surname "Maruthur"). He won the National Film Award for Best Actor for the film Rickshakaran. M.G. Annadurai became his mentor and MGR joined the DMK, Annadurai's new Dravidian party. Despite his poor health, he did contest the assembly election held later that year while still confined to the hospital, winning from Andipatti. Introduction. He emphasized on education and social development. He added glamour to the Dravidian movement which was sweeping Tamil Nadu. He subsequently went on to make other major contributions in biology and physics. [12] Gopalan Menon died when M.G.R. First Edition. [citation needed] For the next twenty-five years he remained one of the biggest celebrity in Tamil cinema. [52], "MGR" and "M.G.R." Gopalasamudram Narayanan Ramachandran, or G.N. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Ramachandran census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more. He showcased basic sentiments that are common to all, irrespective of their social stature. His was instrumental in setting up the Tamil University, the Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University and the Mother Theresa Women's University in Tamil Nadu. Memorial House and is open for public viewing. Park in Thoothukudi. For other uses, see, Differences with Karunanidhi and birth of AIADMK, Continued success in TN Assembly elections, Last edited on 28 February 2023, at 09:25, Member of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly, Member of the Madras State Legislative Council, Dr. M. G. R. Home and Higher Secondary School for the Speech and Hearing Impaired, Dr. MGR-Janaki College of Arts and Science for Women, Puratchi Thalaivar Dr. M.G.R. After his death, his political party, the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam, split between his wife Janaki Ramachandran and his political protg, J. Jayalalitha and later merged in 1988. In the later stage of his life, he was in a relationship with actress Jayalalitha. In 1972, three years after Annadurai's death, he left the DMK, then led by M. Karunanidhi to form his own partythe All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK). Five years later, M.G.R. He was shot by fellow actor Mohan R. Radha, affecting his ability to speak clearly. 's speaking parts in the film Kaavalkaaran were reduced. Thottam, Ramapuram, in accordance with his last will & testament written in January 1987. In 1977, MGRs ADMK successfully defeated DMK. As a politician, he strived towards putting an end to corruption and exploitation. The electoral victory proved the undying charisma of M.G.R. changed his mind. [citation needed], Other criticisms have been on M.G.R. In 1989 Dr. M. G. R. Home and Higher Secondary School for the Speech and Hearing Impaired[46] was established at the erstwhile residence M.G.R. MGR was the first popular film actor to be the Chief Minister of a state in India. He founded the Tamil University, The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University and the Women's University in Tamil Nadu. MGR then floated a new party named Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (ADMK) which was later renamed All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), the only powerful opponent of the DMK. His family was originally from Vadavannur, Palakkad, Kerala, but his father had migrated with his family to Ceylon. The sympathy wave created by Indira's assassination, M.G.R. M. G. R Family With Parents, Wife, Children, Affair, Death, Career and BiographyM.G.R. Bus Stand in Tirunelveli and two parks were named Bharat Ratna Puratchi Thalaivar M.G.R. 's Birth centenary in 2017, the Ministry of Finance, Government of India decided to issue 100 and 5 coins that would bear his image as a portrait along with an inscription of "Dr. M. G. Ramachandran Birth Centenary". In October 1984, MGR was diagnosed with kidney failure and was rushed to the U.S. for treatment,and his niece M.G.C.Leelavathy donated kidney to him[citation needed]. Death of M G RAMACHANDRAN at Downstate Hospital, 450 Actor, Politician, Producer, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. He soon became the heartthrob of millions of Tamilians. Centre to mint 5, 100 coins to commemorate MGR's birth centenary, "The Hindu: Karnataka News: Jayalalithaa offers prayers at Kollur temple", "M.G. MGR took part in the movement and played various characters during the decade. 1917: M G Ramachabdran was born on January 17. His images were broadcast throughout the cinema halls in Tamil Nadu as part of the campaign. Marudhur Gopalan Ramachandran was born on January 17, 1917 in Kandy, British Ceylon (present-day Sri Lanka) to Melakkath Gopala Menon and Maruthur Satyabhama. He was the second of 3 children. Except for a four-month interregnum in 1980, when his government was overthrown by the Union government, he remained as chief minister till his death in 1987, leading the AIADMK to two more electoral wins in 1980[3] and 1984. For six weeks, he lay in the hospital as fans awaited each report of his health. The police had to resort issuing shoot-at-sight orders. Called . Tamil Nadu stagnated during the rest of his reign. At that time he was just M G Ramachandran. He won the National Film Award for Best Actor for the film Rickshawkaran in 1972. National Film Award for Best Actor for the film Rickshakaran in 1972, Honorary doctorate received from University of Madras and The World University (Arizona), Bharat Ratna was conferred by the Government of India (posthumous). M.G. Get Started View Complete Profile view all Immediate Family Satyabhama Maruthur mother * Honorary doctorate received from University of Madras and The World University (Arizona) * Bharat Ratna was conferred by the Government of India (posthumous)for his reformation activities and support from Tamil Nadu One famous incident was that MGR was nominated for the Padmashree award from the Government of India but he refused to accept as the wording was in Hindi and not in Tamil in 1960. He was the owner of Sathya Studios and Emgeeyar Pictures (willed to charity) which produced many of the films he acted in. There was friction between Karunannidhi and MGR for position. After the death of his mentor, Annadurai, MGR became the treasurer of DMK in 1969 after Karunanidhi became the chief minister. has been accused of being intolerant towards the media. Ramachandran (1917-1987), popularly known as MGR, dominated like no other, the films and politics of India's Tamil Nadu state. Share your family tree and photos with the people you know and love. The Nutritious Meal Scheme is perhaps the best of his political achievements. ", "From the archives: When MGR sailed on sympathy in 1984 polls", "Modi to Mamata, M.G.R. He mobilised between 1972 and 1977 to spread and preach his party ambition with films like Netru Indru Naalai (1974), Idhayakani (1975), Indru Pol Endrum Vazhga (1977), etc. After his stint in romantic and action films, MGR got his big breakthrough in cinema in 1950 with Karunanidhis Manthiri Kumari. was expelled from the party. He was born to Melakkath Gopala Menon and Maruthur Satyabhama. MGR made his big break in cinema in the year 1936 with the film, Sathi Leelavathi. [22], Kali N. Rathnam, a pioneer of Tamil stage drama, and K.P. On 25 December 1987, His remains were buried in the northern end of Marina Beach is now called MGR Memorial which is adjacent to the Anna Memorial.[44]. Indian (Kerala Tamil Nadu): from a personal name composed of, Search US census records for Ramachandran, View all Ramachandran immigration records, Do not sell or share my personal information. He had a brother named M. G. Chakrpani and a sister named Kamalakshi. In 1967, he was shot in the neck by fellow actor M.R. His official residence at 27, Arcot Street, T.Nagar is now MGR Memorial House and is open for public viewing. Well known as a Tamil activist, he served as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. 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