Lenin M. Sivam, a talented filmmaker, was born in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, and later raised in the vibrant city of Toronto, Canada. With a passion for storytelling, Sivam began his filmmaking journey by creating a series of short films, honing his craft and laying the groundwork for his future success.
The world took notice of Sivam's exceptional talent when his feature film debut, released in 2009, earned widespread critical acclaim. This groundbreaking film won numerous prestigious awards in Canada and internationally, solidifying Sivam's reputation as an emerging Canadian filmmaker to watch.
Sivam's subsequent film, A Gun & A Ring, premiered at the Shanghai International Film Festival in June 2013 and received a nomination for the coveted Golden Goblet Award. The film's critical and commercial success cemented Sivam's position as a rising star in the film industry.
Sivam's most recent film, Roobha, released in 2018, is widely regarded as his magnum opus. The film received rave reviews at top international film festivals, including Goa, Cambridge, and Montreal, showcasing Sivam's unique voice and cementing his status as one of the most important filmmakers in the world.
