Sivaji Ganeshan: The Making of a Legend (Charitavali Series)

At the age of nine, a boy ran away from home to join a traveling theatre group. This passion for acting would one day make Sivaji Ganeshan a legend in Tamil films.

With his first film, Parasakthi, Sivaji Ganeshan amazed viewers with his acting talent. Using subtle gestures, fluid movements and a powerful voice, he dominated the cinema screen, becoming the source of inspiration to many. Like many other film stars of Tamil Nadu, Sivaji Ganeshan also entered politics. However, he was loved more for his acting and his generous acts of charity. The fascinating story of an actor, worshipped by millions - crowned with the title of Nadigar Tilagam, the jewel Among Actors.

The Charitavali Series:

Charitavali is a series of biographies dedicated to the legendary figures of India. The series present the lives of great kings, freedom fighters, political thinkers social reformers, pioneers of industry, eminent scientists, philosophers, artists, musicians, dancers and film stars, writers and sport people.

These biographies have been written for the reader who is curious about the life, achievements and character of these legends. Full of fascinating stories and facts, written in an easy, story telling style, these biographies will make these great Indians and their times come alive for the reader.

Chapters
1.	Early Promise	5
2.	A Historic Debut	12
3.	The Golden Years	18
4.	Master Craftsman	34
5.	North-South Divide	46
6.	In Public Life	52
7.	Last Days	60
	Filmography	69