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Vignesh Shivan

Born: 1985-09-18
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Last Updated on 05 Nov 2025
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Vignesh Shivan is an acclaimed Tamil filmmaker, screenwriter, and producer known for his romantic comedies and action films. He has worked with top actors like Vijay, Nayanthara, and Samantha, and is recognized for his fresh storytelling and engaging social media presence.

Vignesh Shivan is an acclaimed Tamil filmmaker, screenwriter, and producer known for his romantic comedies and action films. He has worked with top actors like Vijay, Nayanthara, and Samantha, and is recognized for his fresh storytelling and engaging social media presence.

Vignesh Shivan is an Indian film director, screenwriter, producer, actor, and lyricist known for his work in Tamil cinema. Born on September 18, 1985, in Chennai, he began his career with the 2012 film Podaa Podi, which he directed, wrote, and acted in. He gained widespread recognition with his 2015 film Naanum Rowdy Dhaan, starring Vijay Sethupathi and Nayanthara, which was both a commercial success and critically acclaimed. Shivan has since directed films like Thaanaa Serndha Koottam (2018) and Kaathuvaakula Rendu Kaadhal (2022). In 2022, he married actress Nayanthara, and the couple welcomed twin sons, Uyir and Ulag, in September 2022. They co-founded the production company Rowdy Pictures, which has produced films such as Pebbles (2021) and Rocky (2021). Shivan is currently working on his upcoming film, Love Insurance Kompany, set to release in 2025.
Vignesh Shivan is an Indian film director, screenwriter, producer, actor, and lyricist known for his work in Tamil cinema. Born on September 18, 1985, in Chennai, he began his career with the 2012 film Podaa Podi, which he directed, wrote, and acted in. He gained widespread recognition with his 2015 film Naanum Rowdy Dhaan, starring Vijay Sethupathi and Nayanthara, which was both a commercial success and critically acclaimed. Shivan has since directed films like Thaanaa Serndha Koottam (2018) and Kaathuvaakula Rendu Kaadhal (2022). In 2022, he married actress Nayanthara, and the couple welcomed twin sons, Uyir and Ulag, in September 2022. They co-founded the production company Rowdy Pictures, which has produced films such as Pebbles (2021) and Rocky (2021). Shivan is currently working on his upcoming film, Love Insurance Kompany, set to release in 2025.

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Alternative names Vikki
Height 5'9"/75kg
Born September 18, 1985 · Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Children Uyir Ulagam.
Parents Sivakozhundhu Meena Kumari
Other works
Director,Screenwriter,Producer

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Trivia

Started his career as a screenwriter before becoming a director.

Known for blending romance, comedy, and action in his films.

Made his directorial debut with Podaa Podi (2012).

Quotes

"Love and friendship are central to my stories because they are central to life."

"Being with someone who inspires you makes every project, every struggle, worth it."

Trademarks

Known for romantic-comedy and action films with a contemporary twist.

Collaborative filmmaking style with strong emphasis on music and screenplay.

Personalized social media presence, sharing heartfelt messages and behind-the-scenes content.

Trendsetter in modern Tamil cinema, particularly in blending romance, humor, and action.

Nicknames

Vikki

Salaries

Estimated earnings per film: $0.5M-$1M (varies with scale of project)

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