Vetrimaaran
Indian film director, film producer and screenwriter / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Vetrimaaran (born 4 September 1975) is an Indian film director, film producer and screenwriter who primarily works in Tamil cinema. Well Known for his unique filmography with major commercial success and high critical acclaim works. He has won five National Film Awards, two Filmfare South Awards and one Tamil Nadu State Film Award.
Vetrimaaran | |
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Born | (1975-09-04) 4 September 1975 (age 48) [1][2] Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu, India |
Occupation(s) | Film director, Film producer, Screenwriter |
Years active | 2007 – present |
Spouse | Aarthi |
Children | 2 |
Relatives | Ere. Elamvazhuthi (maternal grandfather) |
Vetrimaaran made his directorial debut with the Polladhavan (2007). His second feature film Aadukalam (2011) won six National Film Awards. He produces films under his production company, Grass Root Film Company. His 2016 directorial Visaranai was selected as India's official entry to the Academy Awards.[3] His film Asuran (2019) received the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Tamil.[4] He is also the founder of International Institute of Film and Culture (IIFC).[5][6]