Archive · 18 Jan 2026
MGR's Birth Anniversary: Celebrating His Iconic Films
Saturday is the birth anniversary of M. G. Ramachandran, also known as MGR, who was a famous actor and the former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.
Many people, including the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, paid tribute to him.
MGR was a very popular actor and made many great movies.
Some of his most famous films include Malaikallan, Nadodi Mannan, and Ulagam Sutrum Valiban.
These movies were very successful and won many awards.
People remember MGR for his inspiring roles and his contributions to Tamil culture and society.
Saturday marks the birth anniversary of M. G. Ramachandran, former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and film icon.
PM Narendra Modi paid tribute to MGR, highlighting his contributions to Tamil Nadu's progress and culture.
MGR's iconic films, such as Malaikallan and Ulagam Sutrum Valiban, continue to inspire generations.
Malaikallan was the first Tamil film to win a President's Silver Medal and launched MGR as a mass hero.
Ulagam Sutrum Valiban, a big-budget science fiction film, had a theatrical run of over 250 days.
- Who
- M. G. Ramachandran (MGR), former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and film icon
- What
- Celebration of MGR's birth anniversary and his iconic films
- When
- Saturday
- Where
- Tamil Nadu, India
- Why
- To honor MGR's contributions to Tamil cinema and politics
- Birth Anniversary Date
- Saturday
- Notable Tribute
- PM Narendra Modi
- First President's Silver Medal
- Malaikallan (1954)
- First Tamil Film to Earn ₹1 Crore
- Madurai Veeran
- First South Indian National Film Award Winner
- M. G. Ramachandran
- Longest Theatrical Run
- Ulagam Sutrum Valiban (250+ days)
