Dhamu (born Tamarai Bharani) was a part of Gaana Galata Group a popular touring and acting comedy troupe. He was first spotted by Assistant Director Sukumaran in 1991 and made his debut in Tamil Film Malar starring young actor Prashant-playing the role of the annoying and self-proclaimed comical rowdy of the district. He got his major break as 'Jeans Sivam' in 1992's- En Thozi- starring Joseph Vijay.