Dheena (actor)
Dheena is an Indian film and television actor, comedian, scriptwriter who works prominently in the Tamil-language film industry, He is known for playing one of the lead roles in the films Thumbaa (2019) and Kaithi (2019) and as a contestant in the television show Kalakka Povathu Yaaru?.[1][2]
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Dheena in 2019 at Thumbaa press meet | |
Born | Dheena 27 January 1990 Thiruvarur, Tamil Nadu, India |
Nationality | Indian |
Other names | KPY Dheena, Prank Dheena, Vijay TV Dheena |
Occupation | Film actor, comedian, scriptwriter |
Years active | 2015–present |
Film career
Dheena was a contestant in the show Kalakka Povathu Yaaru? on Vijay TV.[3] He made his film debut in Dhanush's Pa Paandi essaying the role of Dhanush's friend.[4] In 2019, he made his debut as a lead actor in Thumbaa.[5][1] In a Times of India review of the film, the reviewer stated that he made "an assured comic performance".[6] In 2019, he played a comedic role in Kaithi.[5] Regarding his role, Janani K of India Today stated that "Dheena’s role brings in a much-needed lightness to the film".[7] He will be seen in the upcoming Master.[8] His next film as a lead actor will be the film Ajith From Aruppukottai.[9] The film is a remake of Kattappanayile Rithwik Roshan and will be produced by Dhanush.[10]
Filmography
Film
- All films are in Tamil, unless otherwise noted.
Denotes films that have not yet been released |
Year | Film | Role | Notes |
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2017 | Pa Paandi | Mani | |
2019 | Kuttram Seiyel | Roopan | Malaysian-Tamil film |
Thumbaa | Umapathy | ||
Kaithi | Kamatchi | ||
50/50 | Sethu's friend | ||
2021 | Master | Sheena | |
Pulikkuthi Pandi | Pandi's friend | ||
Television
Show | Role | Notes | Ref. |
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Kalakka Povathu Yaaru? | Contestant | Season 5 and 6 only | [11] |
Enkitta Modhaade | Host | One episode | [3] |
Sirippuda | Contestant | [12] | |
Athu Ithu Ethu | Scriptwriter | [11] | |
Ready Steady Po | Contestant | One episode | [13] |
90's kids vs 2K kids | Contestant | One episode |
Awards and nominations
Year | Award | Category | Result | Notes | Ref. |
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2017 | Vijay Television Awards | Best Solo Comedian | Won | [14] | |
2017 | Best Comedian Duo Non Fiction | Nominated | along with Sarath |
References
- CR, Sharanya (19 March 2019). "Dheena plays an important role in Thumbaa". Times of India.
- "Dheena recreates Dhanush's look from Asuran and Aadukalam". The Times of India. 11 October 2020.
- "தனுஷ் மீது வெறித்தன பாசம்: இப்படியா காட்டுவது தீனா?" [Frenzied affection for Dhanush: Does Deena show this?]. The New Indian Express (in Tamil). 13 October 2020.
- "Dheena warns people of an imposter on social media". The Times of India. 13 August 2020.
- "'Master' actor Dheena milks cows during lockdown – Times of India". The Times of India.
- M. Suganth (21 June 2019). "Thumbaa Movie Review {3/5}". The Times of India.
- "Kaithi Movie Review: Karthi is terrific in Lokesh Kanagaraj's gripping action flick". IndiaToday.
- "Dheena reveals fun moments with Vijay during 'Master' shooting; proves how humble Thalapathy is". The Times of India. 9 June 2020. Retrieved 26 July 2020.
- "Dhanush's film with Dheena titled 'Ajith from Aruppukottai'". Times of India. 6 February 2018.
- "Dhanush to remake 'Kattappanayile Rithwik Roshan' with TV comedian Dheena as hero?". Times of India. 23 January 2018.
- "Interdepartmental Cultural: IGNITE 2K18 (AN)" (PDF). JBAS College. September 2018.
- "KPY contestants as celebrity guests on Sirippu Da". The Times of India. 27 August 2016.
- "Kalakka Povathu Yaaru fame Dheena, Sathish and Bala to feature in 'Ready Steady Po'". Times of India. 9 May 2019.
- "Vijay television awards 2017 Best solo Comedian award Dheena & All Award Winner List". 21 November 2017.