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Mohan Raja

Born: May 30, 1974

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

ROLES

Director

HEIGHT

5'8"/ 72kg

BIRTH PLACE

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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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

The film that created blockbusters Amadeus Mohan Raja C...

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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