Vinayagar Chaturthi special: Tamil stars as ‘Ganesh’, Rajinikanth to Vishal, iconic roles, blockbuster films

Vinayagar Chaturthi is a holy day celebrated in honor of Lord Ganesh, who removes all obstacles and bestows wealth, health, happiness, and peace. May the grace of Lord Ganesha spread everywhere, and may new beginnings and successes blossom in your life. On this special day, let's remember the "Ganesh" characters played by Tamil actors!

Rajinikanth played the role of a lawyer named Ganesh in the 1978 film 'Priya'. The style he displayed in this character, who fights against injustice through the law, his lively dialogues, and the way he protects the heroine captivated the fans. This film, which showcased Rajini's unique on-screen style in his early days, was a success. Ganesh, a blend of intelligence and acting, is one of Rajini's unforgettable characters.

Vijay played the role of a young man named Ganesh in the 1997 film 'Love Today'. The story, which is a blend of college days of love, laughter of love, and family opposition, deeply captivated the audience. Songs like “Ennai Ennai…”, Vijay's energetic performance also earned the film a strong response from the youth. It was a key film that established Vijay as a romantic hero of that era.

Vishal played the role of a medical student named Ganesh in the 2006 film 'Thimiru'. Despite being a college student, he appeared as a strong young man who was not afraid of knifemen. The action scenes, action sequences, and comedy moments in the film all excited the audience. Vishal's Ganesh, as a mass hero in the guise of a doctor, was memorable for the fans.

In the 2015 box office hit 'Vedalam,' Ajith played the role of a loving brother named Ganesh. He acts like a tough outside but shows love to his younger sister at home. He terrified the audience with his double circle, turning into a monster against his enemies. Those scenes, which had fans chanting "Theri Mass", received a blockbuster reception. Ganesh, a mix of love and passion, is considered one of Ajith's lifelong characters.