Chidambaram S. Poduval Age, Wiki and Bio

Chidambaram S. Poduval

Quick Info

ProfessionFilm Director, Screenwriter
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth29/06/1987
Age38 years
BirthplaceKannur, Kerala, India

Bio/Wiki

Other NameChidambaram

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 9" (175 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Personal Life

Marital StatusDivorced
HometownPayyanur, Kerala
ReligionHinduism
Hobbies
  • Travelling
  • Photography
TattooIn the Middle of His Back: A Sak Yant tattoo (first tattoo, inked in 2018)

Relationships & More

Marriage Date07/06/2018
Divorce Date26/04/2022

Family

FatherSathish Poduval
MotherAparna S Poduval
Siblings
BrotherGanapathi S Poduval (actor, younger)
SisterNone
SpouseShradha Shreejaya

Career

DebutChidambaram began his directorial journey with the film 'Jan.E.Man' released in 2021.
Awards
  • 2024: Best Music award for 'Manjummel Boys' at the Kino Bravo International Film Festival
  • 2025: Best Director, Best Screenplay (Original), and Best Film awards for 'Manjummel Boys' at the 55th Kerala State Film Awards
Professional JourneyHe 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.

Some Lesser Known Facts

Chidambaram has roots in Kannur, Kerala where he grew up.
He collaborated with creative teams both in India and abroad while co-founding two media startups.
The survival thriller film 'Manjummel Boys,' which he wrote and directed in 2024, received widespread acclaim.
He is passionate about travel and frequently shares his adventures on his social media.
An animal lover, he often posts pictures with various animals he encounters.