Quick Info
| Profession | Film Director, Screenwriter |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 29/06/1987 |
| Age | 38 years |
| Birthplace | Kannur, Kerala, India |
Latest News about Chidambaram S. Poduval
2025
Chidambaram was booked by Kerala Police in connection with a sexual harassment case following a complaint regarding a 2022 incident. The case emerged after the earlier allegations from 2024.
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Bio/Wiki
| Other Name | Chidambaram |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 9" (175 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Personal Life
| Marital Status | Divorced |
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| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Tattoo | In the Middle of His Back: A Sak Yant tattoo (first tattoo, inked in 2018) |
Relationships & More
| Marriage Date | 07/06/2018 |
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| Divorce Date | 26/04/2022 |
Family
| Father | Sathish Poduval |
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| Mother | Aparna S Poduval |
| Siblings | Ganapathi S Poduval (actor, younger) |
| Spouse | Shradha Shreejaya |
Career
| Debut | Chidambaram began his directorial journey with the film 'Jan.E.Man' released in 2021. |
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| Professional Journey | He started his career in the film industry as an assistant director under the renowned filmmaker Jayaraj and also worked alongside cinematographers Rajeev Ravi and K. U. Mohanan. Over the years, Chidambaram has developed a versatile career encompassing documentary filmmaking, commercial cinema, and media production. Since 2008, he has built a diverse career across these fields and co-founded two media startups. He has also directed advertising campaigns for brands in India and overseas, including a project shot in New York for an apparel label. |
| Notable Works | Manjummel Boys (2024), his second directorial venture, became one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films of 2024 and was based on a real incident. |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/__chidambaram__/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Chidambaram has roots in Kannur, Kerala where he grew up. | |
| 2. He collaborated with creative teams both in India and abroad while co-founding two media startups. | |
| 3. The survival thriller film 'Manjummel Boys,' which he wrote and directed in 2024, received widespread acclaim. | |
| 4. He is passionate about travel and frequently shares his adventures on his social media. | |
| 5. An animal lover, he often posts pictures with various animals he encounters. |