Singampuli is an Indian actor and director working in Tamil films. After making Red (2002) and Maayavi (2005), he has made a career appearing in comedy roles and supporting roles.^[1]

Singampuli was born and brought up in Theni, Periyakulam and after studying engineering in Bangalore, he arrived in Chennai looking for a career in films. During his stint as an assistant director with Sundar C, Singampuli suggested the original plot point of Unnai Thedi (1999) to the director and Sundar wrote the script of the film within a week, before discussing the line with actor Ajith Kumar. Ajith was initially unimpressed but agreed to do the romantic story anyway, mentioning that if the film became a success he would feature in a future film to be directed by Singampuli.^[2] Subsequently, he agreed terms to work in the 2002 action film Red, a story telling the tale of a Madurai-based revolutionary. The film opened to mixed reviews upon release and eventually the film had an average run at the box office but went on to gain cult status among ajith fans after some years.^[3] In 2005, he made the kidnap comedy film Maayavi featuring Suriya and Jyothika, winning acclaim for his work.^[4]

Director Bala cast him in an acting role as a beggar in Naan Kadavul (2009) and since Singampuli has appeared in several films in supporting roles.

Singampuli bagged the Best Comedian Award for his role in Anjukku Onnu (2016).^[5]

He has acted and collaborated with directors Rasu Madhuravan's drama films Mayandi Kudumbathar (2009), Goripalayam (2010), Muthukku Muthaaga (2011) and Pandi Oliperukki Nilayam (2012) followed by Ezhil's comedy films Manam Kothi Paravai (2012), Desingu Raja (2013) and Vellaikaara Durai (2014) as well as M. Muthaiya's actions drama films Pulikkuthi Pandi (2021), Viruman (2022) and Kathar Basha Endra Muthuramalingam (2023).

In 2024, he gives a remarkable performance in the action thriller Maharaja.^[6] The film emerged as a massive hit at the box office.^[7]

Singampuli's foray into acting marked a new chapter in his illustrious career. His presence on Top Cooku Dupe Cooku has endeared him to audiences across Tamil audience, further solidifying his status as a beloved figure in the realm of entertainment.^[8]

The actor's family includes his wife, Pushpavalli,^[9] an Indian Army officer known for her dedication and resilience. Together, they have two sons, Savith Annavi aged 18 and Tirunaa Annavi aged 17, who share a close bond and bring pride to the family with their accomplishments and values.

• Singampuli at IMDb