Senior film producer and actor K.Bajraj According to The Hindu, he died at the age of 73. Over the decades, Bajiraj has earned recognition as a director, actor, writer, producer and screenwriter. He is known for writing stories that incorporate humor, romance, family sentiment, and social themes.Bhagyaraj also serves as lyricist, novelist, magazine editor and music composer on selected projects.
From Assistant Director to Successful Film Producer
Bhagyaraj’s cinematic journey began behind the camera. He served as Assistant Director of “16 Vayathinile” and “Kizhakke Pogum Rail” under the legendary Bharathiraja. He has also written scripts and dialogues for films like “Sigappu Rojakkal” and “Tik Tik Tik”.He briefly appeared in small screen roles before becoming a film producer. He made his breakthrough in 1979 with Suvarilladha Chiththirangal. The film marks his directorial debut. Bhagyaraj also plays the lead role in the film.
A career full of unforgettable films
Bhagyaraj went on to direct more than 25 feature films. His film credits include “Oru Kai Oosai”, “Mouna Geethangal”, “Indru Poi Naalai Vaa”, “Vidiyum Varai Kaathiru”, “Andha 7 Naatkal”, “Thooral Ninnu Pochu”, “Darling”, “Mundhanai Mchuita”, “Dudiruana Kainay” +2.
Make your mark in hindi movies
Bajiraj also ventured into Hindi cinema with successful remakes of Tamil films. One of his most notable Hindi projects was Aakhree Raasta, released in 1986. The film is an adaptation of his hit Tamil work Oru Kaidhiyin Diary, starring Amitabh Bachchan Starring alongside Sridevi, Jaya Prada and Anupam Kher. Bhagyaraj later directed Hindi films such as “Mr.” “Bechara” and “Great Dad”.Several of his Tamil blockbusters were remade in Hindi. “Masterji” starring Rajesh Khanna was inspired by “Mundhanai Mudichu” while “Enga Chinna Rasa” was adapted into “Beta”.According to Cinemaazi, he worked several jobs after graduating from college in Coimbatore, including as a rickshaw puller and a circus clown in Kakinada before entering the film industry. While making films, he also wrote books, edited the weekly Bhagya, and published inspirational books, including Neenga Nenaicha Saadikkalaam.
