N. Mathrubootham
N. Mathrubootham (2 July 1944 – 18 November 2004) was an Indian psychiatrist, writer, film actor and director who was known for his work on sex education. He also acted as a comedian in some Tamil films.
N. Mathrubootham | |
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| Born | 2 July 1944 |
| Died | 18 November 2004 (aged 60) |
| Occupation | medical practitioner, counselor, psychiatrist |
| Known for | sex education and counseling, film roles |
Early life
Mathrubootham was born in an Iyer family in Tiruchirappalli on 2 July 1944.[1] He had his early education in Tiruchirappalli and obtained his M. B. B. S. degree from the Stanley Medical College, Chennai in 1966.[1] Mathrubootham went on to pursue his masters and obtained a doctorate in psychiatry.[1] On completion of his doctorate studies, he joined Institute of Mental Health, Chennai as a lecturer.
Career
Joining the Institute of Mental Health as a lecturer, Mathrubootham rose to become Professor of Psychiatry.[1] He also served simultaneously as Psychiatry Professor at Kilpauk Medical College.[1] Mathrubootham was awarded the Dr. Marfatia award by the Indian Psychiatrists Association for his research on alcohol addiction and the Pinnacle award for his multilingual sex education film Puthira Punithama.[1]
Death
In his later life, Mathrubootham suffered from arthritis and renal diseases.[2] He died on 18 November 2004 due to cardiac arrest.[1]
Filmography
Mathrubootham also acted in summary roles as comedian in a few Tamil films along with Vivek.[2]
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Vaali | Doctor | |
| 2000 | Kandukondain Kandukondain | Manohar's father | |
| 2001 | Pennin Manathai Thottu | Prof. Das alias Lord Labakkudaas | |
| Shahjahan | Prof. Das | ||
| 2003 | Whistle | Cameo role as a doctor | |
| 2007 | Thullal | Das/Giri/Chand/Pillai/3 |
Notes
- "Mathrubootham dead". The Hindu. 19 November 2004.
- T. Saravanan (29 December 2003). "Laugh your blues away". The Hindu.