Arvind Swami is a popular South Indian actor. He is famous for playing the role of ‘Rishi Kumar’ in the Bollywood film ‘Roja’ (1992) and ‘Shekhar’ in the Bollywood film ‘Bombay’ (1995).
Arvind Swami in Film-Roja
Wiki/Biography
Arvind was born on Thursday, 18 June 1970, (age 49 years; as in 2019) in Trichy, Tamil Nadu. His zodiac sign is Gemini. He did his schooling from Sishya School and Don Bosco Matriculation Higher Secondary School in Chennai. He completed his studies from Loyola College, Chennai. Later, he got a Masters in International Business from North Carolina, USA.
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 8”
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Family, Caste & Wife
Arvind Swami belongs to a South Indian Hindu family. His biological father is Delhi Kumar, Actor. His adoptive father is VD Swami an Industrialist, and his adoptive mother’s name is CVS Vasantha Swami, a Bharatanatyam dancer.
Arvind Swami-Delhi Kumar’s Biological Father
In 1994, he married Gayathri Ramamurthy, and they have two children: Rudra Swami and Adhira Swami. The couple went through a difficult time in their married life, and they decided to separate. In 2010, Arvind and Gayathri divorced. Arvind has custody of their children.
Son of Arvind Swami
Arvind Swami’s family
After two years of divorce, he married his girlfriend ‘Aparna Mukerjee,’ who is a lawyer.
Arvind Swami with his Second Wife Aparna Mukerjee
Career
During college, she used to work as a model for pocket money. Mani Ratnam noticed her in one of his commercials and called her to audition for his next film. In 1991, Mani Ratnam signed Arvind for his action drama film ‘Thalapati’ in which he appeared alongside Rajinikanth and Mammootty, the superstars of South Indian films. It was Arvind’s first film. Later, he acted in Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi films.
Arvind Swami with Mani Ratnam and AR Rahman
Arvind Swami in Thalapathi
His performances in films such as Roja (1992) and Bombay (1995) earned him acclaim. Both the films have been awarded State and National Awards.
A Still From the Movie-Bombay
In 1995, he dubbed in Tamil for the adult Simba character in the Disney animated film ‘The Lion King.’
In 1997, ‘Minsara Kanavu,’ a Tamil film, won four national awards starring Arvind Swami, Prabhu Deva and Kajol.
Arvind Swami in Minsara Kanavu (1997)
In 2000, he took a break from the entertainment industry and concentrated on his business. In 2005, he founded his own company ‘Talent Maximus’, engaged in payroll processing and temporary staffing in India.
Arvind Swami in his Company Talent Maximus
In 2012, he hosted the third season of the game show, Neengalum Vellalam Oru Kodi.
Arvind Swami in Neengalum Vellalam Oru Kodi (2012)
At Mani Ratnam’s request, she appeared in the Tamil film Kadal (2013), for which she lost 15 kilograms.
A Still From Arvind’s Movie Kadal
In 2015, he bagged many prestigious awards for the Tamil film ‘Thani Oruvan.’
Arvind Swami Poses with his Award
In 2019, Arvind lent his voice to the digital Tamil remake of the film ‘The Lion King,’ where he dubbed for Scar.
In 2019, he was roped in to play former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister ‘MGR’ in the film ‘Thalaivi’ starring Kangana Ranaut in the lead. The film is a biopic of the iconic politician ‘Jayalalithaa.’
Controversy
In 2018, Arvind Swami sued Manobala, the producer of his film ‘Sathuranga Vettai 2.’ He demanded Rs.1.79 crore as remuneration with interest rate of 18% per annum from Manobala.
Arvind Swami With Manobala
Signature
Signature of Arvind Swami
Favorite Things
Facts
- When he was little, he wanted to be a doctor.
- His hobbies include online games, drawing, reading books, and playing chess.
Arvind Swami Reading a Book
- After retiring part way from films, he gained a lot of weight. He had an accident that led to a spinal injury, and he could not work or move for 3-4 years.
Arvind Swami Weight Gain
- For divorce from his first wife, he paid Rs. 75 Lakhs as settlement money followed by monthly maintenance installments of Rs. 1 Lakh.
- She is seen in most Tamil films directed by Mani Ratnam. In an interview, she said that Mani was her mentor.
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