Latest News about Atlee Kumar
Atlee was conferred with an honorary doctorate by the Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology in Chennai during its 34th convocation ceremony. This recognition was awarded in the presence of his wife Priya, mother, and father, marking a significant milestone in his journey as a filmmaker. Atlee expressed deep gratitude, recalling his time as a student at the same university and acknowledging the support of the late Founder Chancellor Jeppiaar.
Atlee has become one of India's highest-paid directors, reportedly commanding a fee of Rs 100 crore for his upcoming project, 'AA22 X A6', starring Allu Arjun. This significant increase in his remuneration follows the global success of his 2023 film 'Jawan', which grossed over Rs 1100 crore worldwide. This places him among the top three highest-paid directors in the Indian film industry.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Arun Kumar |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170cm |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| Doctorate |
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Personal Life
| Date of Birth | 21/09/1986 |
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| Birthplace | Madurai, Tamil Nadu |
| Zodiac sign | Virgo |
| Hometown | Madurai, Tamil Nadu |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Krishna Priya (Actor) |
| Marriage Date | 09/11/2014 |
| Marriage Place | Hyatt Hotel in Chennai |
Family
| Spouse | Krishna Priya |
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Career
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| Notable Works |
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| Upcoming Projects | AA22 X A6 (with Allu Arjun) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Atlee Kumar is a renowned Indian filmmaker and screenwriter known for his work in Tamil films. | |
| 2. He began his career as an assistant director in Rajinikanth's movie 'Enthiran' (2010). | |
| 3. Throughout his career, Atlee has collaborated with well-known actors such as Rajinikanth, Aishwarya Rai, and Vijay. | |
| 4. Some of his notable directorial works include 'Theri' (2016), 'Mersal' (2017), and 'Bigil' (2019). | |
| 5. In November 2019, he inked a three-film deal with 'Red Chillies Entertainment,' Shah Rukh Khan's production company. | |
| 6. Atlee has been honored with several accolades for his directorial ventures. | |
| 7. Apart from his film career, he is passionate about dogs and is the owner of a pet dog named Becky. | |
| 8. On 20 February 2024, he was awarded the Best Director – Critics recognition for 'Jawan' at the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards in Mumbai. | |
| 9. He also clinched the Best Story award for 'Jawan' at the Zee Cine Awards on 10 March 2024 in Mumbai. | |
| 10. As of April 2025, Atlee is among the highest-paid directors in India, reportedly charging Rs 100 crore per film. |