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Suriya is a leading Indian actor, producer, and philanthropist known for his versatile performances in Tamil cinema. With critically acclaimed roles in films like Ghajini, Vaaranam Aayiram, Singam, and Soorarai Pottru, he has won multiple awards and is widely respected for both his acting prowess and social work.
Suriya is a leading Indian actor, producer, and philanthropist known for his versatile performances in Tamil cinema. With critically acclaimed roles in films like Ghajini, Vaaranam Aayiram, Singam, and Soorarai Pottru, he has won multiple awards and is widely respected for both his acting prowess and social work.
Suriya, born as Saravanan Sivakumar on July 23, 1975, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is a celebrated Indian actor, producer, and philanthropist. He is the son of veteran actor Sivakumar and Lakshmi Sivakumar. Suriya is married to popular actress Jyothika, and the couple has two children, Diya and Dev. With a career that began in 1997, Suriya has become one of the most respected and versatile actors in Tamil cinema. Beyond acting, he is known for his work as a film producer under his banner 2D Entertainment and for his charitable contributions through the Agaram Foundation, which supports education for underprivileged children.
Suriya, born as Saravanan Sivakumar on July 23, 1975, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu,
is a celebrated Indian actor, producer, and philanthropist. He is the son of veteran actor Sivakumar and Lakshmi Sivakumar. Suriya is married to popular actress Jyothika, and the couple has two children, Diya and Dev. With a career that began in 1997, Suriya has become one of the most respected and versatile actors in Tamil cinema. Beyond acting, he is known for his work as a film producer under his banner 2D Entertainment and for his charitable contributions through the Agaram Foundation, which supports education for underprivileged children.
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Personal details
- Alternative names Suriya Sivakumar, Saravanan Sivakumar, Surya, Nadippin Nayagan (Prince of Acting)
- Height 5′ 5″ (1.65 m)
- Born July 23, 1975 · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Relatives Sivakumar (Father), Karthi (Brother), Brindha Sivakumar (Sister), Lakshmi Sivakumar (Mother)
- Other works
- Producer (Founder of 2D Entertainment), Voice Artist, Social Worker (Agaram Foundation)
FAQ
Suriya made his acting debut in Nerrukku Ner (1997)
Soorarai Pottru (2020), which won the National Film Award for Best Actor.
He is married to actress Jyothika.
2D Entertainment.
Yes, his younger brother Karthi is also a leading Tamil actor.
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Trivia
Suriya was initially hesitant to enter films and worked in a garment export factory for several months before his debut.
His real name is Saravanan, and he adopted the screen name Suriya to avoid confusion with another actor of the same name.
He is ambidextrous and performs many of his own stunts.
Suriya and his wife Jyothika have acted together in multiple films, including Kaakha Kaakha, Sillunu Oru Kaadhal, and Poovellam Kettuppar.
He is known for undergoing physical transformations to fit into his roles, notably in Vaaranam Aayiram and 24.
He is a devoted fitness enthusiast and follows a disciplined lifestyle.
Suriya declined several Bollywood offers to focus on meaningful Tamil cinema.
Quotes
I believe acting is not about showing off, it's about being honest.
Trademarks
Intense eyes and expressive face.
Nicknames
Surya
Nadippin Nayagan (Prince of Acting)
Singam
Thaikulam Hero (in fan circles)
Salaries
As of 2024-2025, Suriya reportedly charges between ₹30 to ₹45 crores per film, depending on the project scale and his involvement as a producer.
For digital releases like Soorarai Pottru, he received significant revenue share from OTT rights and satellite deals.
Through his production house 2D Entertainment, Suriya also earns as a co-producer and distributor.
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