Madurai Muthu
Stand-up Comedian • Actor • Television Presenter • Prop Comedy Specialist
This celebrity hails from Thirumangalam, Madurai, who is well known to us as Actor, Stand-up Comedian, and Television Presenter. Check the complete journey of Madurai Muthu, the pioneer of stand-up comedy in Tamil Nadu below.
Biography
Personal Information
Stage Name: Madurai Muthu
Nickname: Thavam
Real Name: Muthuirulapandi
Occupation: Actor, Stand-up Comedian, Television Presenter
Industry: Tamil Television & Cinema
Basic Details
Date of Birth: September 19, 1979
Age: 45 years (as of 2025)
Birthplace: Thirumangalam, Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Nationality: Indian
Religion: Hindu
About Madurai Muthu
Madurai Muthu is an Indian stand-up comedian, actor, and television presenter who revolutionized Tamil comedy. He rose to prominence after taking part in Sun TV’s reality stand-up comedy television program “Asatha Povadhu Yaaru,” where he received a career breakthrough for his stand-up comedy. Born on September 19, 1979, in Thirumangalam, Madurai, he is widely recognized as the first person to bring stand-up comedy to Tamil television.
Despite having got a massive fan-following through Sun TV, he joined rival channel Star Vijay, where he is portrayed as the face of the channel as he predominantly appears in reality television programmes. He is well known for appearing on the popular comedy-cooking show Cooku With Comali and is famous for his innovative prop comedy style.
Madurai Muthu in action during a comedy performance
Career Journey
Madurai Muthu is the first standup comedian in Tamil Nadu and he is the first person to bring standup comedy to Television. He is well known for his property jokes, as he often uses props and tools to crack jokes in order to relate with the audience, which has become his trademark style.
He is a popular stand-up comedian and has performed on 1200+ stage shows in around 80 countries. He became widely recognized through TV shows like Kalakka Povadhu Yaaru, Asatha Povethu Yaru, and Sunday Galatta. He has also worked in films such as Akilan, Madurai Veeran, Sabhaapathy, and Kuttram Kuttrame.
Madurai Muthu showcasing his signature prop comedy style
Current Status (2025)
Family & Personal Life
Family Background
Father: Ramasamy
Mother: Muthuirulaye
Brother: Pandi
Sister: Vasantha
Personal Life
First Wife: Vaiyyammal (deceased – 2016)
Current Wife: Neethi (Dentist)
Children: Two daughters
Current City: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Personal Tragedy & Resilience
On February 5, 2016, his first wife Vaiyyammal died in a car accident while she was traveling back home from Pilliyarpatti Temple near Thiruppathur in Sivaganga district. He remarried after six months just for the sake of his two daughters to Neethi, who is a dentist and was a friend of his first wife.
Madurai Muthu – Complete biography and family details
Educational Background
Academic Qualifications
Qualification: M.Com (Master of Commerce)
Bachelor’s Degree: B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce)
School: Information not publicly available
College: Information not publicly available
Physical Appearance
Physical Traits
Body Type: Slim
Chest: 42 inches
Waist: 30 inches
Biceps: 16 inches
Features
Face Shape: Oval
Eye Color: Black
Hair Color: Black
Hair Length: Medium Length
Social Media Presence
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Career Timeline
Started as a stand-up comedian, becoming the first to bring stand-up comedy to Tamil television
Rose to prominence through “Asatha Povadhu Yaaru” where he gained massive fan following
Joined Star Vijay and became the face of the channel, appearing in multiple reality shows
Gained widespread popularity through “Cooku With Comali Season 2” and film appearances
Continues as judge in “Kalakka Povadhu Yaaru Season 10” and active in various TV shows
Professional Achievements
Comedy Career Highlights
- First stand-up comedian in Tamil Nadu television
- Performed in over 80 countries worldwide
- Completed more than 1200 stage shows
- Pioneer of prop comedy in Tamil entertainment
Earnings & Lifestyle
Estimated Salary: ₹2 Lakh per show (Approx.)
Hobbies: Movies, Listening to Music
Favorite Food: Moghlai, South Indian
Favorite Sport: Basketball
Television Shows & Programs
Major TV Appearances
Asatha Povathu Yaaru – Breakthrough show that made him famous
Sunday Galatta – Regular comedy show appearances
Lolluppa – Comedy show performances
Kalakka Povathu Yaaru – Winner and current judge (Season 10)
Cooku With Comali – Popular comedy-cooking show
Comedy Junction – Stand-up comedy performances
Madurai Muthu during television show appearances
Filmography
Movies & Cinema Career
- Madurai Veeran – Debut film
- Akilan – Supporting role
- Sabhaapathy – Comedy role
- Kuttram Kuttrame – Recent appearance
- Garjanai – Supporting character
- Nathikal Nanaivathillai – Comedy role
- Medical Miracle – Upcoming (crucial role)
Awards & Recognition
Achievements & Honors
- Kalakka Povathu Yaaru – Title Winner
- Asatha Povathu Yaaru – Title Winner
- Chinna Kalaivanar Award – For comedy excellence
- Nagaichuvai Chakravarthi Award – Recognition for contribution to Tamil comedy
- 25+ Awards – Various comedy and entertainment awards throughout his career
Madurai Muthu receiving awards and recognition
Interesting Facts & Trivia
Unknown Facts About Madurai Muthu
- He is the pioneer who introduced stand-up comedy to Tamil television
- Famous for his innovative prop comedy style using tools and objects
- He is an avid dog lover and has two pet dogs
- He runs a YouTube channel named “Madurai Muthu Alaparai” where he posts debates, vlogs, and tours
- Has performed comedy shows in more than 80 countries worldwide
- Known for his collaboration with comedian Kovai Guna during their Asatha Povadhu Yaaru days
- He compiles and records jokes for impromptu stage performances
- Active in Tamil entertainment industry for over 11 years
Featured Video
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Lifestyle & Preferences
Personal Preferences
Eating Habit: Non-Vegetarian
Exercise: Gym, Jogging
Favorite Colors: Cocoa brown, Prune
Favorite Destinations: Prague (Czech Republic), Edirne
Favorite Fruits: Jackfruit, Blackcurrant
Professional Traits
Nature: Kind and positive
Specialty: Prop comedy and spontaneous humor
Languages: Tamil, English
Working Style: Innovative and audience-centric
Controversy
No major controversy traces have been reported about this celebrity so far. Madurai Muthu has maintained a clean public image throughout his comedy career and continues to be respected in the Tamil entertainment industry.
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