Bio/Wiki
Real Name | Venkat Kumar Gangai Amaran |
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Zodiac sign | Scorpio |
Hometown | Chennai |
Religion | Hindu |
Caste | Scheduled Caste |
Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
Hobby | Travelling |
Physical Stats & More
Height | 5' 8" (173 cm) |
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Eye Color | Black |
Hair Color | Salt and Pepper (Semi-Bald) |
Educational Qualification(s)
School | St. Bede's School, Chennai |
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College/University | Trinity College of Music, London |
Personal Life
Marital Status | Married |
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Marriage Date | 10/09/2001 |
Relationships & More
Wife/Spouse | Rajalakshmi |
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Family
Father | Gangai Amaran |
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Mother | Manimegalai |
Siblings | Premgi Amaren |
Spouse | Rajalakshmi |
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Career
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Favourites
Sport | Cricket |
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IPL Team | Chennai Super Kings |
Social Media
https://www.instagram.com/venkat_prabhu/ | |
https://www.facebook.com/VenkatPrabhusOfficial | |
https://x.com/vp_offl |
Some Lesser Known Facts
Venkat belongs to a Tamil family known for their contributions to music in Tamil Nadu. | |
After completing his studies in London, he began his career singing demos for his cousins Yuvan Shankar Raja and Karthik Raja. | |
Despite initially landing main roles in films, his first three projects were shelved, leading him to take on character roles. | |
In 1996, he, along with his brother Premgi Amaren and S. P. B. Charan, founded a music band called Next Generation. | |
He is known for collaborating often with key figures in the Tamil film industry such as Premgi Amaren and Yuvan Shankar Raja. | |
His notable songs as a playback singer include tracks like 'Koothadichu' and 'Neruppu Kootadikkuthu'. | |
He has acted in films like 'Sivaksi', 'Vaazthungal', and 'Vizhithiru'. | |
His directorial work includes films such as 'Goa' and 'Massu Masilamani' as well as the web series 'Live Telecast'. | |
Venkat's role as a lyricist was highlighted in the 2016 film 'Chennai 600028 II: Second Innings'. | |
He occasionally enjoys drinking alcohol. |