- N. Mathrubootham
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N. Mathrubootham 
Born July 2, 1944
Trichinopoly, British IndiaDied November 18, 2004 (aged 60)
Chennai, IndiaCause of death cardiac arrest Occupation medical practitioner, counselor, psychiatrist Known for sex education and counseling, film roles Religion Hindu N. Mathrubootham (2 July 1944 - 18 November 2004) was an Indian psychatrist, writer, film actor and director who was known for his work on sex education. He also acted as a comedian in some Tamil films.
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Early life
Mathrubootham was born in Tiruchirappalli on July 2, 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 Pyschatrists 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 November 18, 2004 due to cardiac arrest.[1]
Filmography
Mathrubootham also acted in summary roles as comedian in a few Tamil films.[2]
Year Film Role Notes 2001 Pennin Manathai Thottu Prof. Das Shahjahan Prof. Das 2003 Whistle Cameo role as a doctor Notes
- ^ a b c d e f g "Mathrubootham dead". The Hindu. November 19, 2004. http://www.hindu.com/2004/11/19/stories/2004111908840500.htm.
- ^ a b T. Saravanan (December 29, 2003). "Laugh your blues away". The Hindu. http://www.hindu.com/mp/2003/12/29/stories/2003122901340300.htm.
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- Tamil film actors
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