Actor
Arvind Swamy
Based In
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Origin
Chennai (formerly Madras), Tamil Nadu, India
Years Active
1991–2000, 2012–Present
Arvind Swamy Biography
Arvind Swamy – Full Information
- Full Name: Arvind Swamy
- Profession: Actor, Entrepreneur, Television Presenter
- Date of Birth: 30 June 1970
- Age Range: Early 50s
- Birthplace: Madras (now Chennai), Tamil Nadu, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer
- Current Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Years Active: 1991–2000, 2012–Present
- Which Industry Actor: Tamil Cinema, Hindi Cinema, Telugu Cinema, Malayalam Cinema
Family Background
- Father : V. D. Swamy
- Mother: Vasantha Swamy
- Spouse: Aparna Mukherjee (second wife)
Children
- Son: Adhrit Swamy
- Daughter: Rudra Swamy
Arvind Swamy – Education
- Schooling: Sishya School, Chennai
- Bachelor’s Degree: Loyola College, Chennai
- Postgraduate Studies: University of Miami, USA (Business Management / International Business)
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight / Project |
|---|---|
| 1991 | Acting debut with Thalapathi |
| 1992 | Breakthrough performance in Roja (Filmfare Best Actor – Tamil nomination) |
| 1993 | Lead roles in Marupadiyum and Thalattu |
| 1995 | Nationally acclaimed film Bombay (Filmfare nomination) |
| 1997 | Major commercial success with Minsara Kanavu |
| 2000 | Guest appearance in cult classic Alaipayuthey |
| 2013 | Comeback film Kadal after long career break |
| 2015 | Career-defining villain role in Thani Oruvan (multiple Best Villain awards) |
| 2016 | Telugu blockbuster Dhruva (negative role acclaim) |
| 2018 | Critically praised performance in Chekka Chivantha Vaanam |
| 2021 | Portrayed M. G. Ramachandran in Thalaivii (Filmfare Critics Award) |
| 2021 | Web debut with Navarasa (also directed one episode) |
| 2023 | Lead antagonist in bilingual film Custody |
| 2024 | Cameo in Singapore Saloon and role in Meiyazhagan |
| 2025 | Hindi film Tanvi The Great |
| 2026 | Voice role in Gandhi Talks |
Recent Activity
- 2024: Starred in the critically acclaimed Tamil film Meiyazhagan, praised for his mature and emotional performance.
- 2024: Made a cameo appearance in Singapore Saloon.
- 2024: Appeared in the Hindi web series IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack.
- 2024: Continued leading his company Talent Maximus, reporting strong revenue growth and business expansion.
- 2025: Set to appear in the Hindi film Tanvi The Great as Major Srinivasan.
- 2025: Active in narration projects including Wild Tamilnadu.
- 2026: Upcoming voice-based feature Gandhi Talks, playing the character Boseman.
- 2026: Remains active in cinema while simultaneously managing Talent Maximus operations and strategy.
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Special Jury Award | National Film Award | Roja | Won |
| 1992 | Best Actor – Tamil | Filmfare Awards South | Roja | Nominated |
| 1995 | Best Actor – Tamil | Filmfare Awards South | Bombay | Nominated |
| 2015 | Best Villain | Tamil Nadu State Film Award | Thani Oruvan | Won |
| 2015 | Best Supporting Actor – Tamil | Filmfare Awards South | Thani Oruvan | Won |
| 2015 | Best Villain – Male | Ananda Vikatan Cinema Award | Thani Oruvan | Won |
| 2015 | Best Performance in Negative Role | IIFA Utsavam Award | Thani Oruvan | Won |
| 2016 | Best Actor in a Negative Role – Telugu | SIIMA Awards | Dhruva | Nominated |
| 2016 | Best Supporting Actor – Telugu | Filmfare Awards South | Dhruva | Nominated |
| 2018 | Critics Award for Best Actor – Tamil | Filmfare Awards South | Chekka Chivantha Vaanam | Won |
| 2018 | Best Actor – Tamil | Filmfare Awards South | Chekka Chivantha Vaanam | Nominated |
| 2021 | Critics Award for Best Actor – Tamil | Filmfare Awards South | Thalaivii | Won |
| 2021 | Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Tamil | SIIMA Awards | Thalaivii | Won |
About Arvind Swamy
He is a popular Indian actor and entrepreneur known for Roja, Bombay, and Thani Oruvan.
Thalapathi (1991).
Yes, he remains active with projects from 2024–2026.
Dr. Siddharth Abhimanyu in Thani Oruvan and Dhruva.
He runs Talent Maximus, a talent management company.