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Nithilan Saminathan

Born: 1982-06-02
FAN SCORE
75
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Rising Talent
Last Updated on 06 Nov 2025
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Nithilan Saminathan is a Tamil film director and screenwriter known for his gripping narratives and nuanced filmmaking, with Kurangu Bommai and Maharaja marking him as one of the promising directors in South Indian cinema.

Nithilan Saminathan is a Tamil film director and screenwriter known for his gripping narratives and nuanced filmmaking, with Kurangu Bommai and Maharaja marking him as one of the promising directors in South Indian cinema.

Nithilan Saminathan is an emerging talent in the Tamil film industry, known for his versatile performances and dedication to his craft. He began his career with supporting roles and gradually gained recognition for his screen presence and ability to adapt to diverse characters. Nithilan is admired for his disciplined approach to acting and continues to make a mark through both mainstream and independent projects, steadily building a reputation as a promising actor in South Indian cinema.
Nithilan Saminathan is an emerging talent in the Tamil film industry, known for his versatile performances and dedication to his craft. He began his career with supporting roles and gradually gained recognition for his screen presence and ability to adapt to diverse characters. Nithilan is admired for his disciplined approach to acting and continues to make a mark through both mainstream and independent projects, steadily building a reputation as a promising actor in South Indian cinema.

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Alternative names Nithilan
Height 5'8"/ 68kg
Born June 02, 1982 · Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India
Parents Swaminathan
Other works
Screenwriter, Story development, Scriptwriting

FAQ

He is known for composing music for over 400 films in Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada cinema, with catchy, folk-inspired melodies.

Thenisai Thendral -Honey Music Breeze.

Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada.

Yes, he has received multiple Tamil Nadu State Film Awards and the Kalaimamani Award.

His music blends folk rhythms with commercial cinema tunes, creating catchy and memorable songs.

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Trivia

Made his directorial debut with the critically acclaimed crime thriller Kurangu Bommai -2017.

Gained widespread recognition for the 2024 film Maharaja starring Vijay Sethupathi.

Known for blending suspense, social themes, and strong character arcs in his films.

Quotes

"Storytelling is about capturing emotions and truths that resonate with people."

"Every project is an opportunity to push cinematic boundaries."

Trademarks

Distinctive storytelling with a focus on suspense and human emotions.

Strong narrative-driven direction.

Attention to socially relevant themes in films.

Salaries

Estimated around Rs: 0.5 - 1M per film depending on scale and production

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