Sivaji Ganesan aka Nadigar Thilagam was one of the iconic actors of South Cinema. His contributions to world of cinema will always be cherished. He was a versatile actor, known to portray a variety of roles on the big screen. The legend breathed his last on July 21, 2001, after suffering from respiratory issues. It was just three months prior to his 73rd birthday he died and his demise left everyone shocked. Sivaji Ganesan who has acted in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and also in Hindi film industries, is considered as one of the best Indian actors of all time. K Balachander’s 90th Birth Anniversary: Looking at the Movies by the Revolutionary Filmmaker.

From industry members to critics to fans, even today one cannot forget Sivaji Ganesan’s brilliant acting skills and his resounding voice. He is also known to enact nine different personas in the 1964 film Navarathiri and that left everyone stunned. Today, fans are remembering the iconic actor and his performances. From sharing thoughtful messages about him to some memorable pics from his films or the sets or with actors, fans miss seeing this legend on the big screens. Let’s take a look at some of the posts shared by fans on Twitter.

A Versatile Actor

The Marlon Brando of Indian Cinema

An Inspiration To Many Talents

Remembering The Legend

A Phenomenal Person

King Of Acting

Nadigar Thilagam

Sivaji Ganesan has been awarded some of the prestigious awards for his performances. In 1992, he was conferred with National Film Award – Special Jury Award for Thevar Magan. He was also conferred with Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Sivaji Ganesan, who is remembered as the iconic figure of Tamil Cinema, was also made a Chevalier of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres.

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