Mysskin Age, Wiki and Bio

Mysskin

Quick Info

ProfessionActor
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth20/09/1971
Age53 years
BirthplaceChennai

Bio/Wiki

Real NameShanmugha Raja

Physical Stats & More

Height175 cm
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Personal Life

Marital StatusSeparated
HometownChennai
HobbyReading Books

Relationships & More

Marital StatusSeparated
Wife/SpouseName Not Known
ChildrenHe has a daughter.

Family

SpouseName Not Known
ChildrenHe has a daughter.

Career

Debut
Film (actor)Youth (2002)
Film (director & writer)Chithiram Pesuthadi (2006)
Awards
Won
  • Best Director Award at the Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards for the film 'Anjathe' in 2009
  • Best Actor Award at the Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards for the film 'Nandalala' in 2011
  • Best Screenplay Award at the Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards for the film 'Super Deluxe' in 2020
  • Best Writing Award at the Critics' Choice Film Awards for the film 'Super Deluxe' in 2020
Nominated
  • Best Dialogue Writer Jury Award at the Vijay Awards for the film 'Anjathe' in 2009
  • Best Story and Screenplay Writer Jury Award at the Vijay Awards for the film 'Anjathe' in 2009
  • Best Director Jury Award at the Vijay Awards for the film 'Anjathe' in 2009
  • Best Debut Actor Jury Award at the Vijay Awards for the film 'Nandalala' in 2011
  • Best Director Award at the South Indian International Movie Awards for the film 'Psycho' in 2021

Favourites

CinematographerMahesh Muthuswami
ScreenwritersC. V. Sridhar, Mahendran, David Mamet, Frank Pierson
FilmPather Panchali (1955)

Some Lesser Known Facts

Mysskin is a versatile Indian talent in the Tamil film industry, excelling as an actor, film director, screenwriter, singer, producer, and composer.
He started his career in the film industry as an assistant to director Kathir, after being noticed while working at a bookstore, but faced challenges in securing work initially.
Mysskin made his acting debut in 2002 with the Tamil film ‘Youth’ and appeared in ‘Kadhal Virus’ the same year.
In 2005, he played a supporting role in the Tamil film ‘Jithan’.
He wrote lyrics for songs in his directorial debut film ‘Chithiram Pesuthadi’ and gained recognition for his work in the industry.
Mysskin directed and wrote notable films like ‘Anjathe’ and ‘Nandalala’, where he also starred in the lead role.
He had to undergo a significant weight loss for his role in ‘Nandalala’ and contributed to the music of films like ‘Mugamoodi’.
Mysskin has worked as an actor, director, writer, and producer, showcasing his versatility in projects like ‘Onaayum Aattukkuttiyum’.
In 2017, he directed the Sherlock Holmes-inspired film ‘Thupparivaalan’, demonstrating his diverse talents in the industry.
Mysskin has made appearances in various Tamil films, earning acclaim for his performances and unique style of filmmaking.
He adopted the stage name Mysskin to stand out in the industry, drawing inspiration from literature for his distinctive identity.
Mysskin is praised for his meticulous approach to filmmaking, featuring detailed storyboards, realistic action scenes, and intense character portrayals.
His films often delve into themes of compassion, redemption, and the struggles faced by the urban poor and middle class.