Ravindar Chandrasekaran
Ravindar Chandrasekaran | |
|---|---|
 Chandrasekaran in 2019 | |
| Born | July 8, 1984 Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Other names | Ravinder Chandraseker |
| Occupation | Film producer |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Spouse |
Mahalakshmi (m. 2022) |
| Children | 1 (stepson) |
Ravindar Chandrasekaran (born 8 July 1984)[1] is an Indian film producer who works predominantly in the Tamil cinema industry also known as Kollywood. Ravindar is known for his extensive controversies and allegations within the industry.[2][3][4] In 2024, he participated in the reality show Bigg Boss 8 as a contestant.[5]
He is also the founder and CEO of the film production company 'Libra Productions’ which opened in 2013.
Film career
[edit]In 2013, Ravindar started his own production house 'Libra Productions’ and became the producer for the black comedy film Sutta Kadhai which featured actors Balaji Venugopal and Venkatesh Harinathan as lead actors.[6][7] He then produced various movies like Nalanum Nandhiniyum (2014), Kolai Nokku Paarvai (2014), Kalyanam (2017), Natpuna Ennanu Theriyuma (2019) and Murungakkai Chips (2021).[8][9][10][11]
In October 2024, Ravindar appeared on the reality show Bigg Boss 8 as a contestant which aired on Star Vijay. He was later evicted at 24th position from the show on Day 7.[12]
Controversy
[edit]In 2020, Chandrasekaran accused actress Vanitha Vijayakumar of body-shaming and threatening him. In an interview to a media house, he had said, “She is a publicity-hungry person who interacts with others in an arrogant manner. I never questioned why she was married to someone of her choice. The whole issue started because the marriage happened without the groom legally separating from his ex-wife. Pointing out that violation of law and spoiling another family does not come under commenting on personal life.” Vanitha later lodged a cyber bullying case against Chandrasekaran and the case continued.[13]
Personal life
[edit]On 1 September 2022, Chandrasekaran married television actress Mahalakshmi in a private Hindu ceremony in Tirupati.[14][15] Following the marriage Ravindar received many criticisms regarding his marriage due to his physical appearance.[16] He also has a stepson with his wife Mahalakshmi from her previous marriage.
Filmography
[edit]Producer
[edit]| Year | Film |
|---|---|
| 2013 | Sutta Kadhai |
| 2014 | Nalanum Nandhiniyum |
| 2014 | Kolai Nokku Paarvai |
| 2017 | Kalyanam |
| 2019 | Natpuna Ennanu Theriyuma |
| 2021 | Murungakkai Chips |
Television series
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Language | Channel | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Bigg Boss 8 | Contestant | Tamil | Star Vijay | Evicted Day 7 |
References
[edit]- ^ "TV actress Mahalakshmi pens a heartwarming note for doting husband Ravindar Chandrasekaran". Times Of India. March 21, 2024.
- ^ "Tamil film producer Ravindar Chandrasekaran held for investment fraud". The Hindu. September 26, 2023.
- ^ "Tamil producer Ravindar Chandrasekaran arrested for cheating of Rs 16 crore". India Today. September 8, 2023.
- ^ "ED raids Tamil film producer Ravindar's house in Chennai". www.dtnext.in. July 30, 2024.
- ^ "Who is Ravindar Chandrasekaran? Bigg Boss Tamil Season 8 evicted contestant once arrested for cheating businessman of 15.83 crore". Pink Villa. October 21, 2024.
- ^ "Bail rejected to film producer Ravindar Chandrasekaran". The Hindu. September 26, 2023.
- ^ "Busy year ahead for producer Ravindar Chandrasekaran". News18. March 30, 2013.
- ^ "'Lucky To Have Him': Mahalakshmi Pens Emotional Note For Husband Ravinder Chandrasekaran". News18. March 22, 2024.
- ^ "Film Producer Ravinder Chandrasekaran Arrested For Cheating Businessman Of Rs 15.83 Crore: Report". News 18. September 8, 2023.
- ^ "Tamil Producer Ravindar Chandrasekar Shares Video From ICU, Deletes It Post Criticism". News 18. January 11, 2024.
- ^ "Kavin's film producer Ravindar promises to take care of Vanitha Vijayakumar's daughters expenses". Times Of India. July 13, 2023.
- ^ "Bigg Boss Tamil 8: Ravindar Chandrasekaran gets evicted from the house". Times of India. 2024-12-29. Retrieved 2025-01-04.
- ^ "Vanitha lodges complaint against Ravindar, Surya Devi for cyberbullying". Times of India. 2020-07-14. Retrieved 2025-01-04.
- ^ "VJ Mahalakshmi gets married to producer Ravindar Chandrasekaran". Times Of India. September 1, 2022.
- ^ "Producer Ravindar Chandrasekaran to get hospitalised because of his wife? Look what she did". India Glitz. November 10, 2022.
- ^ "Producer Weds Actress: Dear Trolls, Leave Them In Peace". www.gulte.com. September 3, 2022.