Dharani

Biography

Dharani (born Ramani) is an Indian film director, who primarily directs action-masala films. He is best known for directing the blockbuster films Dhill, Dhool and Ghilli. He first directed the film Ethirum Pudhirum, loosely based on forest brigand Veerappan and his younger brother's death, starring Mammootty. Financial constraints and political controversies ensured its delayed release in 1999. It received critical acclaim and was awarded second place in the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Film.

Known for

Credits

Year	Movie / TV show / Other	Role
—	Rendavathu Padam	Producer
2011	Osthe	Director
2011	Osthe	Screenplay
2008	Kuruvi	Director
2008	Kuruvi	Screenplay
2008	Kuruvi	Story
2006	Bangaram	Director
2004	Ghilli	Director
2004	Ghilli	Screenplay
2003	Dhool	Director
2003	Dhool	Writer
2003	Dum	Original Story
2001	Dhill	Director
2001	Dhill	Story
2001	Dhill	Screenplay
1999	Ethirum Pudhirum	Director
1999	Ethirum Pudhirum	Screenplay