Arun Kumar, professionally known as Atlee, is a multifaceted film industry expert, born on September 21, 1986, who has made a significant impact in the Tamil cinema landscape.
As a film director, screenwriter, and producer, Atlee has garnered widespread recognition for his work, with his directorial debut, "Raja Rani", being a notable example. This 2013 film, produced by Fox Star Studios, starred Nayanthara, Nazriya, Arya, and Jai, and earned Atlee the prestigious Best Debut Director award at the Vijay Awards, as well as the Tamil Nadu State Award for Best Dialogue Writer.
Following the immense success of his debut film, Atlee went on to direct the blockbuster hit "Theri" (2016),which featured actor Vijay in the lead role. He continued to impress audiences with his subsequent films, including "Mersal" (2017) and "Bigil" (2019),both of which also starred Vijay in prominent roles.
Atlee's upcoming project, "Jawan", is highly anticipated, with a star-studded cast featuring Shah Rukh Khan, Vijay Sethupathy, and Nayanthara in the lead roles. Produced by Red Chillies Entertainment, the film is scheduled for release in June 2023 and will be available in five languages.
