Personal info
Known for
Director
Gender
Male
Birthday
26 November
Location
Tamil Nadu, India
Edit pageAnand Shankar
Biography
Anand Shankar is a prominent Indian film director and screenwriter, primarily known for his work in Tamil cinema.
Early Life and Education:
- Born on November 26, 1986, Anand Shankar pursued a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering (SVCE) in Chennai. He later honed his filmmaking skills at the New York Film Academy.
Career:
- Early Career: Shankar began his career as an assistant director, working under renowned filmmakers like Siddharth Anand (Anjaana Anjaani) and A.R. Murugadoss (Thuppakki, 7aum Arivu).
- Directorial Debut: He made his directorial debut with the Tamil thriller film "Arima Nambi" (2014), starring Vikram Prabhu and Priya Anand, which received positive reviews.
- Subsequent Works: Shankar's subsequent directorial ventures include "Iru Mugan" (2016), a sci-fi action thriller featuring Vikram in a dual role, and "NOTA" (2018), starring Vijay Deverakonda in his Tamil debut.
Style and Recognition:
- Shankar is known for his penchant for crafting thrillers with engaging narratives and fast-paced action sequences.
- His films have garnered commercial success and critical acclaim, establishing him as a promising director in the Tamil film industry.
Key Works:
- Arima Nambi (2014)
- Iru Mugan (2016)
- NOTA (2018)
Anand Shankar continues to be an active figure in Tamil cinema, exploring new and innovative storytelling techniques.
