M.G. Ramachandran, the legendary Tamil actor-politician, was known by the titles 'Makal Thilagam' (Jewel of the Children) and 'Puratchi Thalaivar' (Revolutionary Leader). 'Nadigar Thilagam' refers to Sivaji Ganesan, and 'Puratchi Nayagan' is not one of MGR's common titles.