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R. Madhavan

Born on June 1, 1970, R. Madhavan is an Indian actor, director, screenwriter and producer associated with Hindi and Tamil films.

R. Madhavan was born into a Tamil Brahmin family to Ranganathan Iyengar and Saroja in Bihar’s Jharkhand. He did his schooling from D.B.M.S. English School and graduated with a BSc in Electronics.

Madhavan tied the knot with Sarita Birje in 1999. Their son, Vedaant, was born on August 21, 2005.

Before acting in movies, Madhavan appeared in leading roles in Hindi television serials such as Banegi Apni Baat and Ghar Jamai, and further gained popularity with the character of Shekhar in Saaya.

He made his debut in the Indian cinema with a Kannada film, Shanti Shanti Shanti, while he gained recognition in Tamil cinema through Mani Ratnam's successful romance film Alaipayuthey (2000).

Madhavan won positive acclaim for playing the lead role in Vikram Kumar's horror film, Yavarum Nalam (2009).

He has won four Filmfare awards South and three Tamil Nadu state film awards, among other awards.

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Why the love genre comes naturally to film director Vivek Soni

His latest offering, ‘Aap Jaisa Koi’, starring R. Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh, has been trending at #1 on the Netflix India Top 10 since release

R Madhavan addresses Hindi-Marathi debate, says never faced any problem

Actor R Madhavan shared his views on the Hindi-Marathi language row. He shared his personal experience and said he never faced any problems because of language.

Aap Jaisa Koi review: Madhavan-Fatima's love story is a dull Rocky Aur Rani...

Aap Jaisa Koi wants to be bold, progressive, and conversation-starting. But somewhere between intent and execution, this R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh film loses its spark.

Madhavan says married actors fail to create romantic chemistry on-screen

Actor R Madhavan opened up about the complexities of performing romantic scenes and the need for true emotional connection. He highlighted that no technical trick can replace genuine chemistry between co-actors.

Exclusive: Madhavan explains why some men are seen as toxic despite good intentions

Actor Madhavan opened up about how men are perceived as toxic despite good intentions. In an exclusive conversation with India Today, he highlighted the confusion men face adapting to new ways of respecting women in modern society.

Is Ranveer Singh playing this real-life spy in Dhurandhar

Actor Ranveer Singh's new look in Aditya Dhar's upcoming spy action-thriller 'Dhurandhar' has left audiences curious about his character. Is he playing National Security Advisor Ajit Doval? Social media users believe the actor might be portraying an unsung patriot in the film. IndiaToday.in shares insights on the two real-life characters.

R Madhavan on Bollywood’s shift to age-appropriate romances: Woh zamana gaya

Actor R Madhavan discusses the end of older heroes romancing younger heroines in Bollywood. His film 'Aap Jaisa Koi' explores modern love and loneliness beyond age differences.

Madhavan gives shout-out to Priyanka's performance in Heads of State, actor reacts

Actor Priyanka Chopra recently responded to R Madhavan's praise for her performance in 'Heads of State'. The latter expressed pride in her achievements and Hollywood fame.

Dhurandhar first look: Ranveer Singh wreaks havoc in fierce new avatar

Ranveer Singh shared the gripping first look of his upcoming film 'Dhurandhar'. Also starring R Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, and others in key roles, the movie will release in theatres on December 5.

Q & A with Fatima Sana Shaikh | Double bill

Fatima Sana Shaikh has two big-ticket releases coming up in July

Actor Fatima Sana Shaikh breaks silence on dating rumours with Vijay Varma

Actor Fatima Sana Shaikh said she's single and there is no one in her life as good guys exist only in films. Her statement came after dating rumours between her and actor Vijay Varma surfaced online.

R Madhavan jokes about looking young on screen: Don't have the budget for de-aging

Actor R Madhavan opened up about his secret of looking youthful in an interaction with the media on Wednesday. The actor said people have been accusing him of de-aging.

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Madhavan at Kesari 2 Delhi screening: Days of taking Indians for granted are over

R Madhavan, who plays Neville McKinley in 'Kesari Chapter 2,' called it his “proudest film” yet, saying the message is clear: “We’re a proud country with proud people—those days of taking Indians for granted are over.” Meanwhile, Akshay Kumar expressed gratitude to Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri for hosting Kesari Chapter 2 screening in Delhi.

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