| Manikandan is a versatile South Indian artist known for acting, directing, writing dialogues, mimicry, and being a former radio jockey. |
| Early in his career, he excelled as a mimicry artist, finishing as the runner up among 600 contestants in a TV comedy show. |
| Transitioning to being a radio jockey, he later ventured into voice acting in TV serials and movies. |
| He is renowned for writing dialogues in successful Tamil films like ‘Vikram Vedha’, ‘Viswasam’, ‘Thambi’, and ‘Sila Nerangalil Sila Manithargal’. |
| His acting credits include prominent roles in Tamil movies such as ‘Kadhalum Kadandhu Pogum’, ‘Vikram Vedha’, ‘Kaala’, and ‘Aelay’. |
| In 2021, Manikandan received acclaim for his portrayal of Raja Kannu in the Tamil film ‘Jai Bhim’, released on Amazon Prime Video. |
| Apart from his artistic endeavors, Manikandan is famously known for his love of tea. |
| He has been honored with awards like the Best Feature Film at Raintree International Film Festival for his directorial debut and Best Dialogue Writer for ‘Vikram Vedha’. |
| Manikandan shared insights on his experience working with Rajinikanth in the movie ‘Kaala’ during an interview. |
