Ever since the arrival of Vadivelu, the landscape of physical comedy underwent a seismic shift, and Vadivelu became synonymous with laughter. However, Vadivelu has also demonstrated his versatility and talent in more serious performances, offering glimpses of his abilities beyond his impeccable sense of humour.
While the actor’s role in ‘Maamannan’ is being praised by one and all, let us take a look at some of the most notable serious roles played by the actor.
Thevar Magan:
‘Thevar Magan’ was the first film that showcased Vadivelu’s versatility beyond comedy, revealing a depth of talent that captivated audiences. In the movie, he portrayed a loyal servant named Isakki willing to sacrifice his life for his master.
Sangamam:
‘Sangamam’ is another film where Vadivelu showcased his prowess in serious acting. While predominantly serving as a comical sidekick, there are moments in the movie where he delves into dramatic performances. Particularly, the scene where Vadivelu delivers a heartfelt apology to his foster father Aavudapillai (Manivannan) stands out as a testament to his talent.
Em Magan:
In ‘Em Magan’, Vadivelu effortlessly balanced uproarious comedy with heartfelt emotional performances. His portrayal as Karupatti Ayyakannu is still etched into our memories as he navigates a complex web of family relationships. Ayyakannu’s dilemma to choose between his loyalty to his ill-tempered brother-in-law and his love for his nephew was nothing sort of phenomenal. Vadivelu portrayed this role in a stunning manner.
Imsai Arasan 23am Pulikesi:
‘Imsai Arasan 23am Pulikesi’ was a huge hit with Vadivelu playing the lead role for the first time. Vadivelu, who plays the 23am Pulikesi in this film, is amazing in comedy in every scene. At the same time, when playing the character of Ugrabuddhan, he is so serious that the fans don’t laugh even a little bit. He was able to pull of both the roles with different shades with ease.
Other movies:
Apart from this Vadivelu has also acted in several movies based on family sentiments such as ‘Varavu Ettana Selavu Pathana’, ‘Veraluketha Veekkam’. Though most of his roles in such movies were humorous, they also had a serious tone to them.