Between Padmarajan and Buster Keaton, who had more diverse job experiences?
Padmarajan Padmarajan (23 May 1945 – 24 January 1991) (also known as Padmarajan Pillai) was an Indian author, screenwriter, and film director who was known for his landmark works in Malayalam literature and Malayalam cinema. Padmarajan was the founder of a new school of film making in Malayalam, along with Bharathan, in the 1980s, which created films that were widely received while also being critically acclaimed.
Kappalottiya Thamizhan Kappalottiya Thamizhan ("The Tamilian who launched a Ship") is a 1961 Tamil-language Indian drama film directed by B. R. Panthulu. The film features Sivaji Ganesan and Gemini Ganesan in the lead roles, while S. V. Subbaiah, T. K. Shanmugham, S. V. Ranga Rao, Savitri and S. A. Ashokan appear in supporting roles. The film is based on the life of V. O. Chidambaram Pillai written by Ma. Po. Si. (M. P. Sivagnanam). Upon release, the film received critical acclaim and was adjudged the Best Tamil Film at the 9th National Film Awards, however it failed at the box office.