Arun Kumar, also professionally recognized as Atlee, is a highly acclaimed and accomplished Indian film director, whose expertise lies primarily in the creation of captivating and engaging Tamil-language movies. Born on September 21, 1986, Atlee embarked on his illustrious career in the film industry by serving as an assistant director, under the expert guidance of the renowned filmmaker S. Shankar, for the two highly successful films, Enthiran, which was released in the year 2010, and Nanban, which premiered in 2012.
Atlee's directorial journey began with his debut film, Raja Rani, a production of Fox Star Studios, which garnered him widespread recognition and the esteemed Vijay Award for Best Debut Director.
His subsequent directorial endeavors, a notable trio consisting of Theri (2016),Mersal (2017),and Bigil (2019),all shared a common thread in featuring the multifaceted actor Vijay.
Each of these films, a testament to Atlee's skill and artistry, achieved remarkable commercial success, further solidifying his position as a prominent director in the Indian film industry.
Atlee Kumar, a multifaceted filmmaker with a significant presence in the Tamil film industry, ventured into the realm of Hindi cinema in 2023 with the highly anticipated and eagerly awaited movie Jawan, a project that garnered immense attention and excitement due to its association with the legendary Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan.
