Actor
Sundar C
Based In
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Origin
Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
Years Active
1990 – Present
Sundar C – Biography
Sundar C – Full Information
- Full Name: Vinayagar Sundar Vel
- Popular Name: Sundar C
- Profession: Film Director, Actor, Producer, Screenwriter
- Industry: Tamil Film Industry (Kollywood)
- Date of Birth: 21 January 1968
- Age: 58 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Religion: Hinduism
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
- Current Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Family Background
- Spouse: Kushboo Sundar (Actress, Producer, Politician)
- Daughter: Anandita Sundar
- Daughter: Avantika Sundar
Education
- Schooling: Completed early education in Tamil Nadu
- College: Loyola College, Chennai
- Degree: Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
- Special Interest: Developed strong interest in films and storytelling during college years
Career Highlight
| Year | Title | Role / Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Vaazhkai Chakkaram | First on-screen appearance (Actor – Cameo) |
| 1995 | Murai Maman | Directorial debut |
| 1996 | Ullathai Allitha | Major commercial success as director |
| 1997 | Arunachalam | Blockbuster director; cult commercial film |
| 1999 | Suyamvaram | Multi-director collaboration project |
| 2003 | Anbe Sivam | Critically acclaimed director |
| 2003 | Winner | Commercial hit director |
| 2006 | Thalai Nagaram | Lead actor debut |
| 2008 | Sandai | Singing debut in films |
| 2012 | Kalakalappu | Career-defining comedy blockbuster |
| 2013 | Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru | Successful adult comedy entertainer |
| 2014 | Aranmanai | Launched blockbuster horror-comedy franchise |
| 2016 | Aranmanai 2 | Franchise success as director & actor |
| 2017 | Nandhini | Television debut as producer & writer |
| 2018 | Kalakalappu 2 | Successful sequel |
| 2019 | Action | High-budget action film as director |
| 2021 | Aranmanai 3 | Continued franchise dominance |
| 2022 | Coffee with Kadhal | Ensemble family entertainer |
| 2024 | Aranmanai 4 | Latest blockbuster franchise entry |
| 2025 | Gangers | Actor, director, and co-producer |
| 2026 | Mookuthi Amman 2 | Upcoming film (Director & Producer) |
Recent Activity
- Post-Aranmanai 4 Success:
Continued strong momentum after the commercial success of Aranmanai 4 (2024). - Madha Gaja Raja Release:
Madha Gaja Raja released in late 2025, gaining attention after a long-delayed release. - Upcoming Film – Purushan:
Began production on a new thriller-oriented film titled Purushan. - Fourth Collaboration with Vishal:
Purushan marks Sundar C’s fourth project with actor Vishal. - Muhurat Puja:
The film’s muhurat puja was held in January 2026. - Star Cast:
Features Tamannaah and Yogi Babu in prominent roles. - Current Status:
Actively involved in directing and production work across multiple projects.
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Director | Ullathai Allitha | Nominated |
| 1996 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Director | Arunachalam | Nominated |
| 1997 | Tamil Nadu State Film Awards | Best Film | Arunachalam | Won |
| 2009 | Kalaimamani Award | Not Applicable | Not Applicable | Won |
| 2015 | Vijay Awards | Favourite Director | Aranmanai | Nominated |
| 2025 | Edison Awards Tamil | Best Entertainer of the Year | Aranmanai 4 | Won |
| 2025 | Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards | Best Entertaining Film | Aranmanai 4 | Won |
About Sundar C
Sundar C is a Tamil film director, actor, producer, and screenwriter.
He is best known for comedy and horror-comedy blockbusters like Aranmanai and Kalakalappu.
He has been active for over three decades since 1990.
Yes, he has won multiple awards including Tamil Nadu State Film Awards and Edison Awards.
Aranmanai 4 (2024), Madha Gaja Raja (2025), and upcoming film Purushan.