Suseenthiran

Last updated

Suseenthiran
Born
Suseenthiran Nallusamy

(1980-03-31) 31 March 1980 (age 43)
Occupation(s) Film Director, Screenwriter, producer, Actor
Years active2009 – present
SpouseRenuka Devi

Suseenthiran is an Indian film director and screenwriter in Tamil cinema. He rose to fame with his directorial debut Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu (2009). [1]

Contents

Career

Suseenthiran, who originally hails from a small village called Amarapoondi in Palani, Dindigul, [2] was always "crazy about films" like his father and his uncle, who had made a film years ago, that never got released. [3] Though his family did not want him to become a director and "waste" his life on films, he was sure that he would be a filmmaker one day. To achieve his dream, he came to Chennai, when he was 18 years old and needed 12 years to make his first film. Suseenthiran had worked as assistant director to prominent filmmakers as S. D. Sabha and Ezhil, [4] before turning an independent director.

His maiden venture, titled Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu , was released in 2009, receiving rave accolades. [5] According to Susindran, the film is based on real life incidents as his father was a kabadi player and Susindran got to know about the insults and pains the player went through, which he wanted to showcase in a film. [6] Also he was said to be inspired from success of the 2001 Bollywood film Lagaan , which was based on cricket. [7]

Following the success of his debut film, he started his next project Naan Mahaan Alla (2010). This film, starring Karthi and Kajal Aggarwal, opened to highly positive reviews and emerged a commercial success as well. During this film's final stages of post-production, he started working on his third film, titled Azhagarsamiyin Kudhirai (2011). [8] [9] Suseenthiran revealed that Azhagarsamiyin Kuthirai was planned to be his second directorial, but since no producer was willing to fund the film with an offbeat theme, he chose to make a film featuring a known lead actor first. Azhagarsamiyin Kuthirai, based on Bhaskar Sakthi's novel, likewise fetched critical acclaim. It was screened at 2011 Toronto International Film Festival in Contemporary World Cinema category. [10] Suseenthiran finished his fourth venture, titled Rajapattai (2011), starring Vikram and Deeksha Seth in the lead. [11] Nearly two years after Rajapattai, Suseenthiran bounces back with Aadhalal Kadhal Seiveer (2013) that has a neatly told story and a finale that touches an interesting emotional acme. [12] In 2013, Suseenthiran prepares a commercial film with a simple story about settling scores, but the director ensures that his narration is interesting and entertaining at the same time. Suseenthiran earns appreciation for not taking the audience for granted with over the top heroism and highly illogical scenarios. He is also slowly proving to be one of the versatile directors in the circuit. [13] Pandiya Naadu (2013) has won rave reviews from critics as well as the audiences. [14]

Vishnu Vishal and Suseenthiran jointly made their debut with Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu and both are back once again with a super hit movie, Jeeva (2014) a sport drama. Suseenthiran has garnished the love, passion, and cricket in the right proportion to serve a fulfilling experience. [15] His next project was an action thriller movie Paayum Puli (2015) featuring Vishal, his second after Pandiya Naadu. [16] Then next, Vil Ambu (2016) is directed by Ramesh Subramaniam and presented by Suseenthiran. [17] [18] He has joined hands for the third time with his protégé Vishnu Vishal in Maaveeran Kittu (2016) a tale about a fight against the caste system. [19] [20] In 2017, his film Nenjil Thunivirundhal is a big disappointment considering his body of work in the initial stages of his career. [21] He has made simultaneously shot in Telugu as C/o Surya. [22] In 2018, he has directed Genius , a film on how a young boy is pressured by his dad since childhood to always be the school topper and when he grows up, by his boss to reach targets. [23] In 2019, Suseenthiran has also written the script for a sequel Vennila Kabaddi Kuzhu 2 but is busy with various other projects. [24] He also directed two sports films with Kennedy Club and Champion . [25] [26]

Filmography

YearFilmCredited asNotes
DirectorWriterProducer
2009 Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu Green check.svgGreen check.svgRed x.svg
2010 Naan Mahaan Alla Green check.svgGreen check.svgRed x.svg
2011 Azhagarsamiyin Kudhirai Green check.svgGreen check.svgRed x.svg National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment
Rajapattai Green check.svgGreen check.svgRed x.svg
2013 Aadhalal Kadhal Seiveer Green check.svgGreen check.svgRed x.svg
Pandiya Naadu Green check.svgGreen check.svgRed x.svg
2014 Jeeva Green check.svgGreen check.svgGreen check.svg
2015 Paayum Puli Green check.svgGreen check.svgRed x.svg
2016 Vil Ambu Red x.svgRed x.svgGreen check.svg
Maaveeran Kittu Green check.svgGreen check.svgRed x.svg
2017 Nenjil Thunivirundhal Green check.svgGreen check.svgRed x.svgSimultaneously shot in Telugu as C/o Surya
2018 Genius Green check.svgGreen check.svgRed x.svg
2019 Vennila Kabaddi Kuzhu 2 Red x.svgGreen check.svgRed x.svg
Kennedy Club Green check.svgGreen check.svgRed x.svg
Champion Green check.svgGreen check.svgRed x.svg
2021 Eeswaran Green check.svgGreen check.svgRed x.svg
2022 Veerapandiyapuram Green check.svgGreen check.svgRed x.svg
Kuttram Kuttrame Green check.svgGreen check.svgRed x.svgDirect television premiere on Kalaignar TV
2023 Margazhi Thingal Red x.svgGreen check.svgGreen check.svg
Actor
Other roles

Related Research Articles

<span class="mw-page-title-main">V. Selvaganesh</span> Musical artist

V. Selvaganesh is an Indian percussionist working in the Carnatic tradition and one of the leading kanjira players of his generation. He is also known as "Chella S. Ganesh."

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Vikranth</span> Indian actor (born 1984)

Vikranth Santhosh, known professionally as Vikranth, is an Indian actor who has appeared in Tamil language films. He was first introduced in the film Karka Kasadara (2005) directed by R. V. Udayakumar and later appeared in other romantic drama films. Following his participation in the Celebrity Cricket League, Vikranth has moved on to work in bigger film projects.

<i>Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu</i> 2009 Indian film

Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu is a 2009 Indian Tamil-language sports drama film written and directed by newcomer Suseenthiran, starring debutant Vishnu Vishal, Kishore, and Saranya Mohan along with numerous other newcomers. The music was composed by V. Selvaganesh with cinematography by Laxman Kumar and editing by Kasi Viswanathan. The film released on 29 January 2009.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Vishnu Vishal</span> Indian actor, producer (born 1984)

Vishal Kudawla, known professionally as Vishnu Vishal, is an Indian actor and producer who appears in Tamil film industry. After a brief career in cricket, he started his acting career in the year 2009 playing the lead role in the sports film Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu, winning acclaim for his portrayal. Vishnu won further acclaim for his role in Neerparavai (2012), portraying a fisherman. He rose to fame with the psychological thriller film, Ratsasan (2018).

<i>Naan Mahaan Alla</i> (2010 film) 2011 Indian Tamil-language action film

Naan Mahaan Alla is a 2010 Indian Tamil-language action film directed by Suseenthiran and produced by Studio Green. It stars Karthi, Kajal Aggarwal, Jayaprakash and Soori. The music was composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja with cinematography handled by R. Madhi and editing by Kasi Viswanathan. Set in Chennai, Jeeva is an unemployed carefree young man whose father becomes the target of a gang of young criminals after witnessing a kidnapping.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Soori (actor)</span> Indian actor and comedian

Ramalakshmanan Muthuchamy, professionally known as Soori, is an Indian actor and comedian who predominantly appears in Tamil film industry.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Appukutty</span> Indian actor and comedian

Sivabalan, better known as Appukutty, is an Indian actor and comedian, who mainly appears in Tamil films. He became recognized following his performance in Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu. His role as Azhagarsami in Azhagarsamiyin Kudhirai was praised by film critics and fetched him the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor.

<i>Jeeva</i> (2014 film) 2014 Indian Tamil-language film by Suseenthiran

Jeeva is a 2014 Indian Tamil-language sports film written and directed by Suseenthiran, who also produces the film along with cinematographer R. Madhi and art director Rajeevan under the banner of Vennila Kabadi Team. The film stars Vishnu and Sri Divya, while Soori and Lakshman Narayan plays supporting roles. Its music was composed by D. Imman, cinematography was handled by R. Madhi and editing was by Anthony L. Ruben, while dialogue was written by Santhosh. The film opened to positive reviews from critics on 27 September 2014 and become a successful venture at the box office.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Harish Uthaman</span> Indian actor

Harish Uthaman is an Indian actor who appears in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada films. He made his début portraying the lead role in Tha (2010), before playing villains in Gouravam, Pandiya Naadu, Meagamann, Power and Srimanthudu.

<i>Paayum Puli</i> (2015 film) 2015 film by Suseenthiran

Paayum Puli is a 2015 Indian action thriller film written and directed by Suseenthiran starring Vishal and Kajal Aggarwal, with Soori and Samuthirakani in supporting roles. The film was produced by Vendhar Movies and distributed by Escape Artists Motion Pictures. Music for the film was composed by D. Imman. The cinematography was handled by Velraj and the editing done by Anthony.

<i>Maaveeran Kittu</i> 2016 Indian film

Maaveeran Kittu is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language period action drama film written and directed by Suseenthiran. The film stars R. Parthiepan, Vishnu Vishal and Sri Divya in the lead roles. It is the first time Yugabharathi has written film dialogues.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Kasi Viswanathan</span> Indian film editor (born 1968)

Kasivishwanathan is an Indian film editor, who has worked on Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam language films.

<i>Vennila Kabaddi Kuzhu 2</i> 2019 Indian Tamil action sports drama film

Vennila Kabaddi Kuzhu 2 is a 2019 Indian Tamil-language sports action film directed by Selva Sekaran. A sequel to Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu (2009), the film is written by the original's director Suseenthiran and features Vikranth and Arthana Binu. An ensemble cast including Pasupathy, Kishore, Anupama Kumar, Soori, Appukutty, and Ganja Karuppu also plays pivotal roles. Featuring music composed by V. Selvaganesh, the venture began production in December 2016 and was released on 12 July 2019.

<i>Nenjil Thunivirundhal</i> 2017 Indian film

Nenjil Thunivirundhal is a 2017 Indian action drama film written and directed by Suseenthiran. It is shot simultaneously in Tamil and Telugu languages, the latter titled C/O Surya. The film stars Sundeep Kishan, Mehreen Pirzada, Vikranth, and Shathiga with Soori, Satya, and Harish Uthaman also in pivotal roles. Featuring music composed by D. Imman, the venture began production in December 2016 and was released on 10 November 2017.

Laxman Kumar is an Indian cinematographer and film director, who has worked in the Tamil film industry.

Arthana Binu is an Indian actress who works in Tamil, Malayalam, and Telugu film industries. Coming from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, she made her debut in the 2016 Telugu film Seethamma Andalu Ramayya Sitralu. She is known for films such as Mudhugauv (2016), Thondan (2017), Semma (2018) and Kadaikutty Singam (2018).

<i>Champion</i> (2019 film) Indian Tamil language sports drama film

Champion is a 2019 Indian Tamil-language sports drama film written and directed by Suseenthiran. The film stars newcomers Vishwa and Mirnalini Ravi, Narain, Manoj Bharathiraja, and Stun Siva play pivotal roles. The music for the film is composed by Arrol Corelli while cinematography and editing is handled by Sujith Sarang and Thiyagu respectively. The film is produced by Raghavi under the production banner Kalanjiyam Cine Arts. Principal photography of the film commenced on 30 May 2018. The film had its theatrical release on 13 December 2019 and received mixed reviews.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Theni Eswar</span> Indian cinematographer

Eswaran Ramar, known by his screen name Theni Eswar, is an Indian cinematographer who works mainly in Tamil cinema and Malayalam cinema.

Shobi Paulraj is an Indian choreographer in the Kollywood industry. He is the founder of IBO Dance Studio.

Hari Vairavan was an Indian Tamil actor and comedian.

References

  1. "All you want to know about #Suseenthiran".
  2. "I was in no way influenced by Chak De India". Rediff . Retrieved 10 August 2009.
  3. "I was sure that I would be a filmmaker one day". Rediff . Retrieved 10 August 2009.
  4. "Youngsters join hands to sizzle on the screen". The Hindu . Chennai, India. 11 April 2008. Archived from the original on 12 April 2008. Retrieved 10 August 2009.
  5. "What inspired Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu". Behindwoods. Retrieved 10 August 2009.
  6. "I was in no way influenced by Chak De India". Rediff . Retrieved 10 August 2009.
  7. "What inspired Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu". Behindwoods. Retrieved 10 August 2009.
  8. "Suseenthiran back with a bang". The Times of India . 25 July 2010. Archived from the original on 11 August 2011.
  9. "Tamil Cinema News - Tamil Movie Reviews - Tamil Movie Trailers". IndiaGlitz.com. 20 June 2018. Archived from the original on 13 August 2014. Retrieved 13 January 2021.
  10. "Tamil film selected for Toronto film festival". NDTV. Retrieved 3 February 2013.
  11. Rangarajan, Malathi (24 December 2011). "Rajapattai - Road much travelled - The Hindu". The Hindu.
  12. Rangarajan, Malathi (17 August 2013). "Climax wins the heart". The Hindu. ISSN   0971-751X . Retrieved 14 December 2021.
  13. "Pandianadu (aka) Pandiya Nadu review". www.behindwoods.com. Retrieved 14 December 2021.
  14. Seshagiri, Sangeetha (5 November 2013). "Box Office: 'Pandiya Nadu', 'All in All Azhaguraja' Collections". www.ibtimes.co.in. Retrieved 14 December 2021.
  15. "Jeeva review. Jeeva Tamil movie review, story, rating". IndiaGlitz.com. Retrieved 14 December 2021.
  16. "Paayum Puli (Aka) Payum Puli review". 4 September 2015.
  17. "Vil Ambu Review & Rating - TamilGlitz". 12 February 2016.
  18. "'Vil Ambu', a film on how society influences commoners". Business Standard India. 7 April 2015.
  19. "Maaveeran Kittu review. Maaveeran Kittu Tamil movie review, story, rating". IndiaGlitz.com. Retrieved 14 December 2021.
  20. Rangan, Baradwaj (2 December 2016). "'Maaveeran Kittu' review: Caste and effect". The Hindu. ISSN   0971-751X . Retrieved 14 December 2021.
  21. "Nenjil Thunivirundhal review. Nenjil Thunivirundhal Tamil movie review, story, rating". IndiaGlitz.com. Retrieved 14 December 2021.
  22. https://www.greatandhra.com/movies/reviews/c-o-surya-review-mixed-bag-85534
  23. "Genius review: This film doesn't go beyond the usual cliches!". Sify . Archived from the original on 26 October 2018.
  24. "'Vennila Kabaddi Kuzhu 2': Makers of the film give us a sneak peek into the Soori starrer". The Times of India .
  25. S, Srivatsan (22 August 2019). "'Kennedy Club' movie review: There's no winner in this kabaddi outing". The Hindu. ISSN   0971-751X . Retrieved 14 December 2021.
  26. Kumar, Pradeep (13 December 2019). "'Champion' movie review: Relegation material". The Hindu. ISSN   0971-751X . Retrieved 14 December 2021.