Sundar C and Vadivelu: The evergreen ‘Gangers’ – F’day Spl. Article by Naveen

The collaboration between Sundar C and Vadivelu has consistently proven to be a winning formula for entertainment. Their films are remembered not just for their stories but also for the sheer joy and laughter that Vadivelu’s comedy, guided by Sundar C’s direction and the memorable characters they created together. The duo’s recent outing ‘Gangers’ has also got good response from the audience.

Let us take a look at some of the iconic movies that came in this combo.

‘Winner’:

This film is a landmark in their collaboration, largely thanks to Vadivelu’s iconic character, Kaipulla. As Kaipulla, Vadivelu played a seemingly naive and often boastful character who, despite his claims of bravery, would find himself in hilariously tricky situations. His physical comedy and unique dialogue delivery as Kaipulla are etched in the minds of comedy lovers.

‘Giri’:

In this action-masala film, Vadivelu’s comedy track was a major highlight, offering much-needed respite and laughter amidst the action sequences. Vadivelu played the character ‘Veerabhagu’ which is widely recalled as some of his other roles with Sundar C. Vadivelu’s segments in the film were filled with his signature reactions, one liners, and funny interactions that kept the audience entertained.

‘London’:

Set against the backdrop of London, this movie saw Vadivelu as Advocate Vedimuthu. His portrayal of a lawyer trying to navigate the complexities of London, often getting into comical misunderstandings due to cultural differences and language barriers, was a key source of humor in the film. His unique mannerisms and dialogue delivery as Vedimuthu were highly appreciated.

‘Thalai Nagaram’:

While Sundar C also starred in this film, Vadivelu’s comedy was a separate, highly entertaining track featuring the character Naai Sekar. Naai Sekar’s misadventures in the city, his attempts to outsmart others that often backfired, and his funny encounters provided ample comedic opportunities that Vadivelu aced with his inimitable style, making Naai Sekar another popular character in his filmography.

‘Nagaram Marupakkam’:

This film also featured Sundar C in the lead role, and Vadivelu’s comedy track was once again a key element with his character Style Pandi. Style Pandi’s unique getup and his comical attempts at being stylish or impressive, which would inevitably lead to hilarious outcomes, were the highlight of his performance in this movie. His scenes with Sundar C and his independent comedy portions contributed significantly to the film’s entertainment.