M. g. ramachandran: When we speak of legends in Tamil

When we speak of legends in Tamil Nadu, one name always shines brightest — Maruthur Gopalan Ramachandran , or as the people lovingly call him, MGR . His life was not just a journey but a saga of perseverance, glamour, and service. Discover the history of M . G . Ramachandran ( MGR ), his family, political career, and cinematic legacy. Learn how he became Tamil Nadu’s most beloved leader. Maruthur Gopalan Ramachandran , popularly known by his initialism M . G .R. and as Makkal Thilagam/Puratchi Thalaivar, was an Indian actor, politician, and philanth... M . G . Ramachandran (1917-1987), popularly known as MGR, dominated like no other, the films and politics of India's Tamil Nadu state. A charismatic actor and philanthropist, he commanded the idolatrous adulation of millions of Tamilians and became Tamil Nadu's chief minister.