Rajagopal (c. 1951 – 1 July 2020[1]), nicknamed as Mimicry Rajagopal, was an Indian actor and film comedian known for his mimicry skills and comedic roles in Kannada and Tamil cinema. He primarily acted in Kannada films and was associated with the Indian film industry since 1983.[2] He appeared in more than six hundred films, including in Real Police, Goosi Gang, Sadakaru, and Super Police.[3]
Mimicry Rajagopal | |
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Born | c. 1951 |
Died | January 1, 2020 Bangalore, India | (aged 68–69)
Occupation(s) | Actor, Film comedian |
Years active | 1983–2020 |
Biography
editBesides appearing in films, he also appeared in several DD National's television serials throughout his career.[4][5] He was also known for copying an Indian actress Kalpana. He died of kidney and lung diseases at his residence in Kengeri, Bangalore. He had three daughters.[6] His prominent films include Chinnari Mutha, Vaalee, and Care of Footpath.[5]
References
edit- ^ Kashyap, Simran (2 July 2020). "Bengaluru: Kannada comedian Mimicry Rajagopal passes away at 69". oneindia.com.
- ^ "Sandalwood's veteran actor-mimicry artist Rajagopal passes away". The Times of India. 2 July 2020.
- ^ "Kannada comedian Mimicry Rajagopal dies at 69". Deccan Herald. PTI. 2 July 2020.
- ^ Johnson, David (2 July 2020). "Kannada actor Mimicry Rajagopal passes away". www.ibtimes.co.in.
- ^ a b "Exclusive biography of #MimicryRajgopal and on his life". FilmiBeat.
- ^ Balachandran, Logesh (2 July 2020). "Veteran Kannada actor Rajagopal dies at 69 in Bengaluru". India Today.
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