Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Director
Birthday
(Saturday)
Birthplace
Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu, India
Nationality
Children
3 children: Aditi Shankar
Residences
Chennai
Zodiac Sign
♌ Leo
Chinese Zodiac
兔 Rabbit
Popularity
Tier B -- 35,796 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
Directed first film at age 35
Year context
Born in 1963 -- JFK assassinated in Dallas; Johnson becomes president; John F. Kennedy / Lyndon B. Johnson was US president
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Career
Career spanning 19 years (1999-2018)
Zodiac
Born in the Year of the Rabbit
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Filmography (14)
AWARDS (2)
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Biography
Shankar Shanmugam is an Indian film director, film producer and screenwriter who works predominantly in Tamil cinema. He has directed several of the highest grossing films in Tamil cinema to date. His 2018 venture 2.0 is the highest grossing Tamil film of all time and the tenth highest grossing Indian film overall. Shankar's works typically deal with contemporary social issues, vigilante themes and involve the usage of state of the art technology and VFX. Six of his films have won the National Film Award for Best Special Effects.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Shankar?
Shankar is 62 years old, born on .
Where was Shankar born?
Shankar was born in Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu, India.
What movies or shows has Shankar been in?
Shankar has 14 credits in our database. Notable titles include Imsai Arasan 24th Pulikecei (2018), Jilebi (2017), Nanban (2012), Rettaisuzhi (2010), Anandhapurathu Veedu (2010).
What is Shankar known for?
Shankar is primarily known as a director. Shankar Shanmugam is an Indian film director, film producer and screenwriter who works predominantly in Tamil cinema. He has directed several of the highest grossing…
Where can I find more information about Shankar?
You can find more about Shankar on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.