The many facets of Manikandan Updated: Updated: March 03, 2021 16:12 IST K Manikandan, who was recently seen in ‘Aelay’, discusses the many hats he has donned — from a mimicry artiste and dialogue writer to becoming an actor Share Article K Manikandan in a scene from ‘Aelay’ | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement K Manikandan, who was recently seen in ‘Aelay’, discusses the many hats he has donned — from a mimicry artiste and dialogue writer to becoming an actor There was a point in Manikandan’s life when he felt he hit rock bottom. Starting out as a mimicry artiste, he was a runner-up amongst the 600-odd contestants in a television comedy show. He was recognised for his talent, but the question of survival became a reality when the show ended. The only other avenue which he thought was ideal to monetise from was to join radio. He worked as a radio jockey for over two years, before he quit to take up dubbing as a full-time profession.