Mohan Raja
Born: 1974-05-30
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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.
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.
Mohan?Raja, born on May?30,?1974, is an Indian film director and screenwriter who primarily works in Tamil and Telugu cinema. He made his directorial debut with the Telugu film Hanuman Junction in 2001 and gained major recognition with the Tamil remake Jayam -2003, which starred his brother Jayam Ravi. Initially known for remaking successful Telugu films into Tamil, he later earned acclaim for the original thriller Thani Oruvan -2015, which was both a critical and commercial success. Coming from a film-industry background, his father is editor/producer Mohan, and his brother is actor Jayam Ravi. Mohan?Raja is married and has two children. Over more than two decades, he has established himself as a prominent director in commercial Tamil cinema, known for his engaging storytelling and ability to balance mass appeal with cinematic craft.
Mohan?Raja, born on May?30,?1974, is an Indian film director and screenwriter
who primarily works in Tamil and Telugu cinema. He made his directorial debut with the Telugu film Hanuman Junction in 2001 and gained major recognition with the Tamil remake Jayam -2003, which starred his brother Jayam Ravi. Initially known for remaking successful Telugu films into Tamil, he later earned acclaim for the original thriller Thani Oruvan -2015, which was both a critical and commercial success. Coming from a film-industry background, his father is editor/producer Mohan, and his brother is actor Jayam Ravi. Mohan?Raja is married and has two children. Over more than two decades, he has established himself as a prominent director in commercial Tamil cinema, known for his engaging storytelling and ability to balance mass appeal with cinematic craft.
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Personal details
- Alternative names Mohan Raja
- Height 5'8"/ 72kg
- Born May 30, 1974 · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Children Pranav Mohan
- Relatives Siblings: Ravi Mohan
- Other works
- Screenwriter, Remake Specialist, Producer Collaborations, Mentoring
Parents
Editor Mohan
Varalakshmi Mohan
FAQ
March 2, 1963.
He made his debut with Poomanam -1988 in Malayalam cinema.
Mozhi, Anbe Sivam, Chandramukhi, Meesha Madhavan, Dhil, and Thavasi.
Yes, he composed for Hindi films like Hulchul and Hulchal under Priyadarshan.
Melodious compositions blending Indian classical and Western orchestration.
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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
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