Krishnamoorthy Subbiah Ravikumar
Born: 1958-05-30
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K. S. Ravikumar is one of Tamil cinema's most successful commercial filmmakers, celebrated for his versatility and consistency. Known for delivering box-office blockbusters like Muthu, Padayappa, Thenali, and Dasavathaaram, he has worked with almost every major Tamil actor. His unique storytelling style, mixing humor, emotion, and action, has made him a reliable name in South Indian cinema for over three decades.
K. S. Ravikumar is one of Tamil cinema's most successful commercial filmmakers, celebrated for his versatility and consistency. Known for delivering box-office blockbusters like Muthu, Padayappa, Thenali, and Dasavathaaram, he has worked with almost every major Tamil actor. His unique storytelling style, mixing humor, emotion, and action, has made him a reliable name in South Indian cinema for over three decades.
K. S. Ravikumar (Krishnamoorthy Subbiah Ravikumar), born on May 30, 1958, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is a renowned Indian film director, screenwriter, producer, and actor who has made a lasting mark in Tamil cinema. He began his career as an assistant director in the early 1980s and made his directorial debut with Puriyaadha Puthir (1990). Over the years, he became one of the most successful commercial filmmakers in South India, known for blending humor, action, and emotional storytelling in his films. Ravikumar has directed numerous blockbusters such as Muthu (1995), Padayappa (1999), Thenali (2000), and Dasavathaaram (2008), collaborating with leading stars like Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Vijay, and Ajith Kumar. His directorial style is characterized by strong family sentiments, fast-paced narratives, and entertaining screenplays that appeal to all audiences. Apart from directing, he has acted in several films, produced movies, and made appearances on television. His film Muthu achieved international acclaim, especially in Japan, helping Tamil cinema gain global attention. With a career spanning over three decades, K. S. Ravikumar remains one of the most respected and versatile figures in Indian cinema, admired for his consistency, creativity, and deep understanding of audience tastes.
K. S. Ravikumar (Krishnamoorthy Subbiah Ravikumar), born on May 30, 1958, in
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is a renowned Indian film director, screenwriter, producer, and actor who has made a lasting mark in Tamil cinema. He began his career as an assistant director in the early 1980s and made his directorial debut with Puriyaadha Puthir (1990). Over the years, he became one of the most successful commercial filmmakers in South India, known for blending humor, action, and emotional storytelling in his films.
Ravikumar has directed numerous blockbusters such as Muthu (1995), Padayappa (1999), Thenali (2000), and Dasavathaaram (2008), collaborating with leading stars like Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Vijay, and Ajith Kumar. His directorial style is characterized by strong family sentiments, fast-paced narratives, and entertaining screenplays that appeal to all audiences.
Apart from directing, he has acted in several films, produced movies, and made appearances on television. His film Muthu achieved international acclaim, especially in Japan, helping Tamil cinema gain global attention. With a career spanning over three decades, K. S. Ravikumar remains one of the most respected and versatile figures in Indian cinema, admired for his consistency, creativity, and deep understanding of audience tastes.
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- Alternative names KS Ravi ,KSR ,Krishnamoorthy Ravikumar
- Height 5'6"/82 kg
- Born May 30, 1958 · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Children Kirthika Ravikumar Roshini Ravikumar
- Other works
- Director, Film producer, Screen writer and Actor
Parents
Karpurasundharam
Radhika Ravikumar
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Trivia
K. S. Ravikumar began his career as an assistant director in the early 1980s.
He is known for blending action, comedy,Worked with all top Tamil stars including Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Vijay, Ajith, and Sarathkumar.
His film Muthu (1995) became a blockbuster in Japan, popularizing Tamil cinema overseas.
He often appears in cameo roles in his own movies.
Quotes
"Cinema is about emotion - if the audience laughs and cries, you've done your job right."
"Every star has a rhythm a director's duty is to tune it perfectly."
Trademarks
Fast-paced screenwriting and strong commercial appeal.
Signature blend of mass entertainment and family sentiment.
Frequent collaborations with Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan.
Comedy-driven dialogues and high emotional climaxes.
Nicknames
KS Ravi , Commercial Hitmaker
Salaries
Estimated RS:2-4 crores per film (as director, peak years).
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