Rajesh Nair is an Indian film director and film producer, who mostly works in the Malayalam film industry. He is known for directing the Malayalam films Escape from Uganda (2013), Salt Mango Tree (2015), and Kalyanam (2018).
Wiki/Biography
Rajesh Nair, also known as Rajesh Mohanan , was born on Saturday, 12 August 1978 (age 45 years; in 2023) in Thiruvananthapuram Taluk, Kerala. His zodiac sign is Leo. Rajesh attended the University of British Columbia, Canada, to pursue a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from 1996 to 1999. Meanwhile, he also pursued an Advanced Diploma in Software Engineering from Aptech Computer Education. Rajesh studied a Master of Business Administration in International Marketing from Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda, from 2007 to 2009. After that, he followed a one-year course in filmmaking and directing at the New York Film Academy, New York.
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 8″
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Family
Parents & Siblings
Rajesh Mohan’s father name is C Mohanan Nair. Rajesh Nair has an elder sister, Anu Ratheesh Vega, who is a doctor. Anu is married to Ratheesh Vega, a music director.
Rajesh Nair’s father
Rajesh Nair with his mother
Rajesh Nair with his sister and brother-in-law
Wife & Children
Rajesh Nair was married to Usha Rajesh Nair on 30 May 2002. Usha is a lawyer, film producer, fashion choreographer, and pageant host. She is the director at Vaya Films and the national director at Miss India Worldwide Pageant. Together, the couple have two daughters, Medha Rajesh Nair, and Daksha Rajesh Nair.
Rajesh Nair with his wife
Rajesh Nair with his daughter Medha Rajesh Nair
Rajesh Nair with his daughter Daksha Rajesh Nair
Rajesh Nair with his family
Career
Rajesh Nair had a successful career as the Chief Executive Officer of Tembo Steel Limited, a leading company in East Africa specializing in the manufacture of hot and cold rolled profiles, before venturing into the film industry. He dedicated eight consecutive years to Tembo Steel Limited, serving in two key corporate positions: Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer. During his tenure, Nair’s professional contributions were instrumental in driving the company to become the second largest exporter of steel products in Uganda. After his time at Tembo Steel Limited, Nair moved on to another influential role as Chief Marketing Manager at Roofings Limited, a major player in the Ugandan steel industry. He remained with Roofings Limited for an additional six years, further solidifying his expertise and experience in the field. However, Nair decided to switch gears and pursue a career in the entertainment industry almost a decade ago. He assumed the role of Managing Director at Impressario Uganda Limited, marking his entry into the world of show business. Through this position, she became the franchise holder for Miss India Worldwide in Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania, as well as one of the main hosts of Zee Mantra, an Indian lifestyle TV show. Nair’s background in business administration and international marketing proved invaluable to his rapid success in this new line of work. In the entertainment industry, Nair finally had the opportunity to explore his lifelong passion for film, thus fulfilling a personal dream.
Publisher
Rajesh Nair made his debut as a producer in 2018 with the Malayalam film Kalyanam. After that, he produced the Malayalam films Eighteen Hours (2021) and In (2022).
Rajesh Nair in his studio working on a film
Since 2012, he has been the company director of two production houses, Vaya Films Ltd and Meru Motion Pictures.
Director
Rajesh Nair made his debut as a film director in 2013 with the Malayalam film Escape From Uganda.
Rajesh Nair during the shooting of Escape From Uganda
In the same year, he directed the Malayalam film Annum Innum Ennum. After that, he directed the Malayalam films Salt Mango Tree (2015), Kalyanam (2018), Kalyanam (2018), Thrissur Pooram (2019), Eighteen Hours (2021), and In (2022). He has also directed the Bhojpuri film Mahadev Ka Gorakhpur. The film later became pan India and was released in 6 languages.
Rajesh Nair is currently working on a film project
Rajesh Nair has also directed ad shoots for various brands such as Samsung, SABMiller and Chinmaya University.
Writer
He has worked as a writer for several Malayalam films such as Escape From Uganda (2013), Annum Innum Ennum (2013), and Kalyanam (2018).
Tattoo
Rajesh Nair has tattoo ink on his right arm.
Rajesh Nair Tattoo
Car Collection
Rajesh Nair owns Mahindra Alturas.
Rajesh Nair with his Mahindra Alturas
Facts/Trivia
- He likes to play cricket in his spare time.
- Rajesh Nair is fluent in four languages English, Hindi, Tamil and Swahili.
- He is often seen consuming alcohol on various occasions.
Rajesh Nair is enjoying a drink with his friends
- Rajesh Nair is an avid dog lover and has a pet dog named Snoopy.
Rajesh Nair with his pet dog, Snoopy
- He has been based in Uganda since 2000.
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