Arun Kumar, widely recognized by his mononym Atlee, is a prominent Indian film director, screenwriter, and producer, primarily renowned for his contributions to Tamil cinema. His remarkable directorial debut in the film industry was with the movie ‘Raja Rani’ in 2013, a work that garnered him numerous accolades and recognition. One of Atlee’s most celebrated achievements was his directorial debut, ‘Raja Rani,’ which was produced by Fox Star Studios. This film not only gained widespread popularity but also earned him the prestigious Vijay Award for Best Debut Director, cementing his place in the industry.

Atlee Kumar Biography

Atlee Kumar’s journey in the film industry began as an assistant director under the tutelage of the acclaimed filmmaker S. Shankar. He worked on two notable projects, ‘Enthiran’ in 2010 and ‘Nanban’ in 2012, during this phase of his career, gaining valuable experience and insights. His directorial skills and creative talents have been recognized through various prestigious awards, including the Edison Awards, IIFA Utsavam, SIIMA Awards, and Vijay Awards. Furthermore, Atlee Kumar’s outstanding contributions to Tamil cinema have earned him the Tamil Nadu State Film Award.

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Atlee Kumar with his Wife (Krishna Priya)

Family

Atlee Kumar hails from a South Indian family, and there is relatively little known about his family background and personal life.

Age

Atlee was born on September 21, 1986, a Wednesday, in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. As of now, he is 36 years old.

Education

Atlee obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Visual Communication from Sathyabama University in Chennai.

Wife & Children

Atlee Kumar entered into matrimony with Krishna Priya on November 9, 2014, in a ceremony held at the Hyatt Hotel in Chennai. The couple’s decision to wed came after having known each other for approximately eight years. They welcomed a son into their family on January 31, 2023.

Early Life

Atlee’s real name is Arun Kumar, but he is commonly addressed by his epithet ‘Atlee,’ which is the name used by his family and close relatives at home. As a prominent figure in the Indian film industry, he is known mononymously as Atlee and has established himself as a director, screenwriter, and producer, primarily active in the Tamil film industry.

Career

Atlee embarked on his career as an assistant director in the blockbuster film ‘Enthiran’ (2010), featuring the iconic superstar Rajinikanth. This was just the beginning of his journey in the film industry, and he continued to make a significant impact with subsequent projects. His directorial debut came with the superhit Tamil film ‘Raja Rani’ in 2013, which boasted a star-studded cast including Arya, Jai, Nayanthara, Nazriya Nazim, and Sathyaraj. This film marked the beginning of his successful career as a director.

 Awards List

Net Worth

As of 2023, the estimated net worth of the movie director Atlee Kumar is approximately 5 million USD.

As a Director, Writer and Producer

Guest appearances List

List of special appearances by Atlee in film

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