Kathiresan

S. Kathiresan is an accomplished Indian film producer and director hailing from Chennai, India. He is best known for his work in the Tamil film industry. Kathiresan embarked on his production journey with the 2007 Tamil film “Polladhavan,” directed by Vetrimaaran and featuring the talented actor Dhanush in the lead role. The film garnered overwhelmingly positive responses from both critics and audiences, establishing Kathiresan as a promising producer in the industry. “Polladhavan” went on to become a massive commercial success.

In 2011, Kathiresan continued his successful collaboration with Vetrimaaran and Dhanush by producing “Aadukalam.” The film was released under the banner of Sun Pictures and achieved blockbuster status, earning a remarkable six National Awards.

In 2013, Kathiresan’s production venture took a downturn with the release of “Naiyaandi,” which failed to make a mark at the box office. However, he bounced back with the production of “Jigarthanda” in 2014, directed by Karthik Subbaraj. The film received a U/A certificate from the Indian Censor Board due to its violent content, leading to a conflict between Kathiresan and the director. Despite the hurdles and delays, “Jigarthanda” turned out to be a blockbuster, showcasing Kathiresan’s resilience as a producer.

In 2023, S. Kathiresan made his directorial debut with “Rudhran,” featuring Raghava Lawrence in the lead role. Unfortunately, the film did not perform well at the box office, marking a setback in his career.

S. Kathiresan, born in Chennai, has had a rollercoaster career in the Tamil film industry, with notable successes like “Polladhavan” and “Aadukalam,” as well as setbacks such as “Naiyaandi” and “Rudhran.” He is also the owner of the production company, Five Star Creations, and continues to be a prominent figure in the industry.