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Mohan Raja

Born: May 30, 1974
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FAN SCORE
80
POPULARITY
8

Mohan?Raja is a prominent Tamil and Telugu film director and screenwriter, known for commercial hits like Jayam and Thani Oruvan. He is celebrated for his engaging storytelling, slick remakes, and mas... Read more

Mohan?Raja is a prominent Tamil and Telugu film director and screenwriter, known for commercial hits like Jayam and Thani Oruvan. He is celebrated for his engaging storytelling, slick remakes, and mass-appeal thrillers. Show less

ROLES
Director
HEIGHT
5'8"/ 72kg
BIRTH PLACE
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Quick Info

Born May 30, 1974
Birth Place Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Height 5'8"/ 72kg
Fan Score 80
Popularity 8
Roles Director

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Videos

The Maathevan Show ft. Mohan Raja MPower Masterclass
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Personal Details

Alternative Names Mohan Raja
Children Pranav Mohan
Parents Editor Mohan, Varalakshmi Mohan
Relatives Siblings: Ravi Mohan

Did You Know

Trivia
  • Mohan?Raja is often referred to as a "remake specialist" for adapting successful Telugu films into Tamil early in his career.

    His breakthrough Tamil film was Jayam -2003, which starred his brother Jayam?Ravi and was a major commercial hit.

    He gained critical acclaim for the original thriller Thani Oruvan -2015, considered a turning point in his career.
Quotes
  • "A good story and strong characters are the backbone of any film."

    "Remakes are not about copying; they are about adapting stories for a new audience."

    "Commercial cinema should entertain but also respect the intelligence of the audience."
Trademarks
  • Remake Expertise: Known for successfully adapting Telugu hits into Tamil early in his career.

    Thriller & Commercial Balance: Combines engaging suspense, drama, and mass-appeal elements in his films.

    Family Collaborations: Frequently works with his brother Jayam?Ravi and other familiar actors.
Nicknames
  • Raja
Salaries
  • Rs: 10?crore per movie in recent years

Frequently Asked Questions

01

When was Vidyasagar born?

March 2, 1963.

02

What was his debut film as a composer?

He made his debut with Poomanam -1988 in Malayalam cinema.

03

Which are some of his most popular films?

Mozhi, Anbe Sivam, Chandramukhi, Meesha Madhavan, Dhil, and Thavasi.

04

Has Vidyasagar worked in Bollywood?

Yes, he composed for Hindi films like Hulchul and Hulchal under Priyadarshan.

05

What is Vidyasagar's music style known for?

Melodious compositions blending Indian classical and Western orchestration.

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