People from Erode district

Indian mathematician (1887–1920)

Erode Venkatappa Ramasamy (17 September 187924 December 1973), commonly known as Periyar, was an Indian social activist and politician. He was the organiser of the Self-Respect Movement and Dravidar Kazhagam and is considered the architect of Dravidian politics, as well as a leading figure of left-wing politics in India.

Indian Kannada film actor, singer (1929–2006)

Jayabharathi (born 28 June 1954 as Lekshmi Bharathi) is an Indian actress and two-time recipient of the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress and National Film Award by Special Jury Award - Special Mention.

Indian singer

Indian film actress

40th Chief Justice of India

Indian actor

Indian actor

KonguNadu chieftain, Indian Freedom Fighter, Revolutionist (1757-1805)

Indian film director, writer, actor, producer (born 1968)

Karpaga is an actress who made her debut in a Tamil movie called Paal. She is the first trans person ever in India to perform a leading role in a mainstream movie.

Indian musical duo

Indian revolutionary (1904-1932)

Mayilsamy (2 October 1965 – 19 February 2023) was an Indian actor and comedian who primarily played supporting roles. Appearing in many Tamil films, he was also a regular guest judge for Asathapovathu Yaaru on Sun TV in Chennai. He was well known for his comedy tracks in movies collaborating with veteran comedians Vivek and Vadivelu. He had featured in excess of 200 films in a career spanning nearly four decades.

Indian politician

Indian chess player

Indian politician

Indian politician

Indian poet, teacher, and composer (1908–1987)

Indian artist