Famous for

Acting

Language

Malayalam & Tamil films

Nickname/ popular name

Singam

Indian actor, producer, television presenter and a philanthropist

Suriya was born on July 23, 1975, in Chennai, India. He was born into a family of actors, with his father Sivakumar and uncle Krishnamurthy being established actors in the Tamil film industry. Suriya grew up in Chennai and was interested in acting from a young age. He completed his schooling at the Don Bosco Matriculation Higher Secondary School and went on to study mechanical engineering at Loyola College, Chennai. After completing his education, Suriya pursued a career in acting and made his acting debut in the 1997 film “Nerrukku Ner.” Despite facing initial challenges, he went on to become a successful actor in the Tamil film industry.

  1. Age: As of 2023, Suriya is 49 years old.
  2. Family: Suriya was born to actors Sivakumar and Lakshmi in Chennai, India. He has two younger brothers, Karthi and actor-producer Jagadish.
  3. Height: Suriya stands at a height of 5’8″ (173 cm).
  4. Wife: Suriya is married to Jyothika, a fellow Indian film actress. They got married in 2006 and have two children together.
  5. Religion: Suriya is a Hindu.
  6. Net Worth: Suriya has an estimated net worth of $15 million, as of 2023.
  7. Biography: Suriya made his acting debut in the 1997 Tamil film “Nerrukku Ner.” He has since acted in over 40 films in the Tamil film industry, and has won several awards for his performances. He is known for his versatility as an actor and has acted in a variety of genres, including action, drama, and romance.
  8. Movies: Some of Suriya’s popular films include “Ghajini,” “Ayan,” “Singam,” and “24.”
  9. Upcoming Movies: As of 2023, Suriya has several films in various stages of production, including “Navarasa,” “Thaanaa Serndha Koottam 2,” and “Soorarai Pottru 2.”
  10. Songs: Suriya has appeared in several popular songs, including “Strobe Light” from the film “Anjaan,” and “Adiye” from the film “Kadhalil Vizhunthen.”
  11. Awards: Suriya has won several awards for his acting, including several Filmfare Awards South, Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, and Vijay Awards.
  12. Filmography: Suriya has acted in over 40 films in the Tamil film industry. He has also produced several films under his production company, 2D Entertainment.
  13. House: Suriya owns several properties, including a house in Chennai, India.
  14. 2D Entertainment: 2D Entertainment is Suriya’s production company. It was established in 2008 and has produced several popular films, including “7aum Arivu” and “Anjaan.”
  15. Charity: Suriya is involved in several charitable causes and has made donations to various organizations and causes. He is also the founder of the Agaram Foundation, which works to provide education and healthcare to underprivileged communities in India.

Sure, here’s a brief summary of each film and Suriya’s role in each:

  1. “Nerrukku Ner” (1997) – Suriya made his acting debut in this Tamil film and played the role of a college student.
  2. “Sivakasi” (2005) – In this film, Suriya played the lead role of Sivakasi, a kind-hearted man who is drawn into the world of crime and must navigate a series of challenges to protect his family and friends.
  3. “Ghajini” (2005) – In this action-thriller, Suriya played the role of Sanjay Ramaswamy, a wealthy businessman who suffers from short-term memory loss after a brutal attack. He embarks on a journey to seek revenge against his attackers.
  4. “Ayan” (2009) – In this action film, Suriya played the role of Deva, a smuggler who must navigate the treacherous world of black market trade in order to provide for his family.
  5. “Singam” (2010) – In this action-thriller, Suriya played the lead role of Durai Singam, a fearless police officer who must stop a corrupt businessman and his criminal empire.
  6. “7aum Arivu” (2011) – In this science fiction film, Suriya played the dual role of Bodhidharma and Subramanium, a genetic engineer who must travel back in time to prevent a global catastrophe.
  7. “Anjaan” (2014) – In this action-thriller, Suriya played the role of Raju Bhai, a notorious Mumbai underworld don who must navigate a dangerous world of crime and betrayal.
  8. “24” (2016) – In this science fiction film, Suriya played the role of Mani, a scientist who creates a time-travel device and must travel between different timelines to prevent a catastrophic event.
  9. “Mollywood” (2017) – In this drama film, Suriya played the lead role of Sivaji, a social activist who fights against corruption and injustice in the Indian society.
  10. “NGK” (2019) – In this political drama, Suriya played the lead role of Nandha Gopalan Kumaran, a young man who becomes embroiled in the world of politics and must navigate a complex web of power, corruption, and deceit.
  11. “Soorarai Pottru” (2020) – In this biographical drama, Suriya played the role of Maara, a passionate entrepreneur who dreams of starting his own airline and overcoming numerous challenges to achieve his goal.

These are brief summaries of each film and Suriya’s role in each. He has acted in a variety of genres and is known for his versatility as an actor, delivering powerful performances in each film.