Identify This South Actor From His Childhood Pic; He Is Also A Renowned Director

Chinni Jayanth is a well-known figure in the Tamil film industry, serving as a director, producer, and actor. He has played several lead and supporting roles in Tamil cinema. Recently, one of his childhood pictures is going viral on the internet. In the picture, the actor is seen donning a white attire alongside actor Kamaraj.

The caption of the post reads, “At the age of 7, the venerable Mr. Kamaraj sir blessed me that I will become a good artist when I sang earlier, an unforgettable moment in life”. Several social media users have commented on the post. One user wrote, “Great sir, you are my favourite person in politics”. Another user added, “His words indeed come true”. “You are phenomenal at your work,” added another.

On the career front, Chinni Jayanth started his acting journey in 1984 with the film Kai Kodukkum Kai. Directed by Mahendran, the actor was seen in a supporting role where he played the sidekick of the villain. Some of his notable films include Kizhakku Vasal, Idhayam, Kannedhirey Thondrinal, and Chinna Pulla.

He made his directorial debut with the film Unakkaga Mattum. His second directorial project, Kaanal Neer, marked the debut of JK Rithesh and Manisha Chatterjee as lead actors. Some of his other notable projects include Uyire Unakkaga, Paaru Paaru Pattanam Paaru, Valayal Satham, Chinna Poove Mella Pesu, Vaigasi Poranthachu, Kanave Kalayadhe, Oruvar Meethu Iruvar Sainthu

Chinni Jayanth is also a renowned television host. He has hosted several successful shows like Sagalai Vs Ragalai, Kalakka Povathu Yaar, and Asathapovathu Yaaru on Sun TV in Chennai. Additionally, he’s been honoured with the Kalaimamani Award by the Government of Tamil Nadu for his outstanding contributions to cinema. He received this prestigious award from the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu at a grand event held at Valluvar Kottam.