YUVAN SHANKAR RAJA

Yuvan Shankar Raja – Full Biography and Filmography

Yuvan Shankar Raja is one of the most popular music composers in South Indian cinema, especially in Tamil films. Known for his youthful music, unique background scores, and trendsetting songs, he has composed for over 150 films and is credited with bringing hip-hop and R and B influences into Tamil film music.

Early Life and Background

  • Full Name: Yuvan Shankar Raja
  • Born: August 31, 1979
  • Birthplace: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Family:
    • Son of legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja
    • Younger brother of composer Karthik Raja and playback singer Bhavatharini
  • Musical Training:
    • Started learning music at a young age under his father
    • Gained expertise in Carnatic music, Western classical, and contemporary music

Film Career (Debut and Rise to Fame)

1997 – Debut as a Composer

Yuvan made his debut at just 16 years old with the film Aravindhan

1999 to 2003 – Early Success and Breakthrough

  • Poovellam Kettuppar (1999) – First major success, starring Suriya and Jyothika
  • Dheena (2001) – Marked Ajith Kumar’s Thala title and was a huge success
  • Thulluvadho Ilamai (2002) – Youth sensation album
  • Kadhal Kondein (2003) – Breakthrough film with Selvaraghavan and Dhanush

2004 to 2010 – Golden Period and Peak Popularity

Yuvan became one of the top music directors in Tamil cinema, known for electronic music, hip-hop beats, and soulful melodies

  • 7G Rainbow Colony (2004) – Ninaithu Ninaithu became an evergreen hit
  • Manmadhan (2004) – Major hit starring Simbu
  • Raam (2005) – Won the Filmfare Award for Best Music Director
  • Pudhupettai (2006) – Cult-classic gangster film with a stunning soundtrack
  • Vallavan (2006) – Popular youth album with Simbu
  • Paruthiveeran (2007) – Won widespread appreciation
  • Billa (2007) – Stylish Ajith film with a trendy score
  • Saroja (2008) – A mix of western and desi beats
  • Paiyaa (2010) – One of his biggest hits, featuring Thuli Thuli

2011 to Present – Continued Success and Evolution

Even with competition, Yuvan remains a fan-favorite composer

  • Aadukalam (2011) – Won National Award for Best Background Score
  • Mankatha (2011) – Ajith’s blockbuster heist film
  • Biriyani (2013) – Peppy and stylish album
  • Aambala (2015) – Mass entertainer album
  • Chennai 600028 II (2016) – Fun sequel album
  • Maanaadu (2021) – Sci-fi thriller hit with Meherezylaa

Awards and Recognition

  • Filmfare Award for Best Music Director for Raam (2005)
  • Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Music Director for 7G Rainbow Colony (2004)
  • Vijay Award for Best Background Score for Billa (2007)
  • National Award for Best Background Score for Aadukalam (2011).

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