Arvind Swamy Biography: Parents, Movies, Wife, Age, Instagram, Net Worth, Children, Height

Arvind Swamy is a multifaceted Indian actor, filmmaker, and entrepreneur. While he is best known for his contributions to Tamil cinema, he has also appeared in Hindi, Telugu, and Malayalam films.

He made his acting debut in Mani Ratnam‘s Thalapathi (1991) and rose to prominence with acclaimed films such as Roja (1992) and Bombay (1995).

Profile

• Full Name: Arvind Swamy
• Stage Name: Arvind Swamy
• Born: 18, June 1970
• Age: 54 years old
• Birthplace: Chennai, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 1.8m
• Parent: Vasantha Swami and V. D. Swami
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Gayathri Ramamurthy (m. 1994–2010) and Aparna Mukerjee (m. 2012)
• Children: Adhira Swamy, and Rudra Swamy
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: Unknown

Early Life And Education

Arvind Swamy was born on June 18, 1970, in Chennai, India. He was raised by his parents, Vasantha Swami and V. D. Swami, with no known mention of any siblings. He completed his schooling at Sishya School and Don Bosco School in Chennai.

For higher education, he obtained a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Loyola College, Chennai, and later pursued a master’s degree in international business at Wake Forest University in North Carolina. Ethnically, he hails from a Tamil Brahmin Iyer family and follows Hinduism.

Career

Arvind Swamy began his cinematic journey in 1991 with Mani Ratnam‘s Thalapathi, where he portrayed a character inspired by the Mahabharata’s Arjuna. This debut paved the way for a successful collaboration with Ratnam, leading to critically and commercially acclaimed performances in Roja (1992) and Bombay (1995).

His role in Bombay received international recognition, with Time magazine describing his performance as “soulful.” Swamy expanded his horizons by acting in multiple film industries, including Telugu (Mounam), Malayalam (Devaraagam), and Hindi (Saat Rang Ke Sapne), showcasing his versatility across languages and genres.

However, the late 1990s saw a decline in Swamy‘s film career due to a series of underperforming projects. In 2000, he took a hiatus from acting and shifted his focus to business, managing his father’s company and later founding Talent Maximus, a firm specializing in payroll processing and staffing.

Despite facing a major personal setback—a near-fatal accident in 2005 that led to partial paralysis—Swamy demonstrated resilience, successfully expanding Talent Maximus into a thriving enterprise with revenues exceeding ₹3,300 crore by 2022. Swamy made a powerful return to films in 2013 with Mani Ratnam‘s Kadal, marking the beginning of his second innings in the industry.

His portrayal of a ruthless antagonist in Thani Oruvan (2015) earned him widespread critical acclaim and several awards. Subsequent roles in Chekka Chivantha Vaanam (2018) and Thalaivii (2021) further cemented his reputation as a seasoned performer.

Beyond acting, Swamy ventured into direction with the Netflix anthology Navarasa (2021), proving his creative versatility. His enduring career is a testament to his adaptability, resilience, and commitment to excellence across multiple fields.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @thearvindswami
• Twitter handle: @thearvindswami

Personal Life

Arvind Swamy married Gayathri Ramamurthy in 1994, and they had two children: a daughter, Adhira Swamy (born in 1996), and a son, Rudra Swamy (born in 2000). The couple separated in 2003 and finalized their divorce in 2010.

Following the divorce, Arvind Swamy was granted custody of their children, while Gayathri retained visitation rights. In 2012, he married Aparna Mukherjee, a lawyer. Since then, they have been living together along with his two children from his first marriage.

Filmography

• Thalapathi (1991)
• Roja (1992)
• Marupadiyum (1993)
• Indira (1995)
• Bombay (1995)
• Devaraagam (1996)
• Minsaara Kanavu (1997)
• Raja Ko Rani Se Pyar Ho Gaya (2000)
• Sasanam (2006)
• Kadal (2013)
• Thani Oruvan (2015)
• Dhruva (2016)
• Dear Dad (2016)
• Bogan (2017)
• Bhaskar Oru Rascal (2018)
• Chekka Chivantha Vaanam (2018)
• Thalaivii (2021)
• Ottu (2022)
• Custody (2023)
• Meiyazhagan (2024)

Net Worth

Arvind Swamy‘s estimated net worth is around $20 million. His wealth primarily comes from his acting career and business ventures, including Talent Maximus, a successful payroll processing and staffing company that generates substantial revenue.