Pugazh
Acting
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.
Known for
2026Mustafa Mustafa
John
2025Desingu Raja 2
2025Sotta Sotta Nanaiyuthu
Rocket
2025Mr. Zoo Keeper
2023Kasethan Kadavulada
Hacker
2023Ayothi
Pandi
2023Karungaapiyam
Tea Vendor
2023August 16, 1947
Thavudu
2022Yaanai
2022Etharkkum Thunindhavan
2022Enna Solla Pogirai
2022Agent Kannayiram
2022Valimai
'Success' Balu
2022DSP
Poovaali
2021Sabhaapathy
Ramani
2020Cocktail
Local Don
2019Sixer
Psychiatrist
2019Kaithi
(uncredited)
Gentleman 2
4 Idiots