K. S. Ravikumar ✓
Actor

K. S. Ravikumar

Active South Indian Film Industry Rating 4.5/5 Fan 5.0/10
  • FromTamil Nadu, India
  • Based inChennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Ageover–65
  • Active1988 – Present
  • Updated

K. S. Ravikumar Biography

K. S. Ravikumar – Full Information

  • Full Name: K. S. Ravikumar
  • Profession: Film Director, Screenwriter, Producer
  • Date of Birth: 30 May 1954
  • Age: 71 years (as of 2026)
  • Birthplace: Tamil Nadu, India
  • Nationality: Indian

Physical Details

  • Eye Color: Black
  • Hair Color: Black (now greying)

K. S. Ravikumar – Family Background

  • Father: Not publicly disclosed
  • Mother: Not publicly disclosed
  • Wife: Name not publicly disclosed
  • Son: Name not publicly disclosed

K. S. Ravikumar – Education

  • Schooling: Completed schooling in Tamil Nadu
  • Higher Education: No formal film-school education publicly disclosed
  • Professional Learning: Gained filmmaking knowledge through hands-on experience and by working as an assistant director before becoming a lead director

Career Highlight

Year Career Highlight
1990 Puriyaadha Pudhir (Directorial Debut)
1994 Nattamai
1995 Muthu
1996 Avvai Shanmugi
1998 Natpukkaga
1999 Padayappa
2000 Thenali (Director & Producer)
2008 Dasavathaaram
2010 Manmadhan Ambu
2014 Lingaa
2014 Kochadaiyaan (Writer)
2016 Kotigobba 2
2018 Jai Simha
2022 Koogle Kuttappa (Producer & Actor)
2023 Ghosty
2024 Lal Salaam
2024 Aranmanai 4
2025 Rajabheema
2025 Dragon

Recent Activity

  • K. S. Ravikumar is currently active as an actor, director, and producer in the South Indian film industry.
  • He appeared in the 2024 film Lal Salaam, produced under his R.K. Celluloids banner.
  • He is directing upcoming projects, including an untitled film with Shivarajkumar.
  • Recently, he has been actively promoting the film HitList.

Awards List

Year Award Category Award Name Film Result
1994 Best Film Tamil Nadu State Film Awards Nattamai Won
1994 Best Director Tamil Nadu State Film Awards Nattamai Won
1998 Best Film Filmfare Awards South Natpukkaga Won
1998 Best Film Tamil Nadu State Film Awards Natpukkaga Won
1999 Best Film Tamil Nadu State Film Awards Padayappa Won
2006 Favourite Director Vijay Awards Varalaru Won
2008 Best Director ITFA Awards Dasavathaaram Won
2008 Best Film Tamil Nadu State Film Awards Dasavathaaram Won
2008 Favourite Director Vijay Awards Dasavathaaram Nominated
2008 Favourite Film Vijay Awards Dasavathaaram Nominated
2008 Best Director Filmfare Awards South Dasavathaaram Nominated
2009 Favourite Director Vijay Awards Aadhavan Nominated
2009 Favourite Film Vijay Awards Aadhavan Nominated
2014 Favourite Director Vijay Awards Lingaa Nominated

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About K. S. Ravikumar

Who is K. S. Ravikumar?
K. S. Ravikumar is a renowned Indian film director, actor, writer, and producer in South Indian cinema.
Which was K. S. Ravikumar’s first directorial film?
His first film as director was Puriyaadha Pudhir released in 1990.
Which are K. S. Ravikumar’s most famous films?
Nattamai, Muthu, Padayappa, Avvai Shanmugi, and Dasavathaaram are among his most popular films.
Is K. S. Ravikumar still active in films?
Yes, he is currently active as an actor, director, and producer.
Has K. S. Ravikumar worked with Rajinikanth?
Yes, he has directed Rajinikanth in major films including Muthu, Padayappa, and Lingaa.

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