Actor

Pugazh

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Movies: 20Series: 3

TMDB ID: 3022869

IMDb ID: nm5465715

Known for: Acting

Born: November 14, 1990

Age: 35

Gender: Male

Adult content flag: No

Career span: 2019 - 2026

Years active: 8

Average TMDB rating: 6.28

Wikidata: Q111670982

Also known as

"Cooku with Comali" Pugazh • Vijay TV Pugazh • Comali Pugazh

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Biography

Pugazhendhi, commonly known as Pugazh, is an Indian actor and comedian. He rose to fame after appearing on Star Vijay's Cooku with Comali. Pugazh was born on 14 November 1990 in Cuddalore. He was educated at St. Joseph's High School and Sri Padaleswarar Secondary School in Thirupapuliyur. Pugazh married Benzi Riya in 2022 Pugazh grew to prominence after competing in Cooku with Comali. He is known for his mimicry and humour. Udhaya Raj of Baana Kaathadi fame helped Pugazh audition for Kalakka Povathu Yaaru, but was not cast. Undeterred, he worked as a computer serviceman at Vijay TV and later starred in Sirippu Da alongside Dheena. Following his later selection and success in Kalakka Povathu Yaaru, he was given the opportunity to participate in Cooku with Comali. He garnered success on the show resulting in several offers to act in Tamil films. He debuted in Sixer and has since starred in more movies like Cocktail,Sabhaapathy, and Etharkkum Thunindhavan.