In Kollywood industry the producer who has turned as an actor and making it to the high is not catchy news. But one such producer who turned into a successful actor is Thambi Ramaiya. Earlier he was producing movies and all of sudden he simultaneously played small roles in Tamil cine field.
Director Prabhu Solomon has given him a big break by portraying him as a Cop in his movie 'Myna'. The role has won him the National Award for the Best Supporting Actor. His acting has impressed many and later he got many chance and his role in “Kumki” was also crucial and has received positive accolades.
Thambi Ramaiah as guru for Prabhu Solomon
This has made him the most sought after character artist. In his following movies, he has done important roles, and has joined his mentor and guru director Prabhu Solomon for the movie 'Thodari'. Thambi Ramaiah's role play was much acclaimed, but he claims that he only performed what the director has taught him. Hence he dedicates his success to the director and has called him his mentor in acting.
