His talent was evident in Server Sundaram (1964) where he played Sundaram, a waiter lacking in self-esteem, but with a deep desire to become a great actor.
The role (written by K Balachander with Nagesh in mind, it's said) was almost a replica of Nagesh's own life. He portrayed the dreamy and penniless waiter so effectively that he elicited swift laughter as well as tears.
And boy oh boy, could he dance. His dance sequences in Kaadhalikka Neramillai (1964) and later in Baama Vijayam were visual treats.
Image: Nagesh in a scene from Server Sundaram
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