Lokesh Kanagaraj Biography: Wife, Movies, Age, Net Worth, Parents, Siblings, Children, Instagram

Lokesh Kanagaraj is an Indian film director and screenwriter known for his impactful contributions to Tamil cinema.

He gained prominence with his directorial debut in the anthology film Aviyal (2016) and further established his reputation with the action thriller Maanagaram (2017). However, it was the 2019 film Kaithi that brought him widespread acclaim.

Profile

• Full Name: Lokesh Kanagaraj
• Date of Birth: March 14, 1986
• Age: 39 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of Birth: Kinathukadavu, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
• State of Origin: Tamil Nadu
• Nationality: Indian
• Profession: Film Director, Screenwriter
• Height: Approximately 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm)
• Parents: Father: Parameshwaran, Mother: Sunitha Parameshwaran
• Siblings: Brothers: Aravind Gnanasambandam, Ashwin Venkatesh, Prashanth Gnanasambandam, Sister: Avantika
• Spouse: Aishwarya Lokesh
• Children: Daughter: Adhvika Lokesh and Aarudhra Lokesh
• Relationship Status: Married
• Religion: Hindu
• Net Worth: $11 million

Early Life and Education

Lokesh Kanagaraj, now 39 years old, was born on March 14, 1986, in Kinathukadavu, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India.

He is the son of Parameshwaran and Sunitha Parameshwaran. Lokesh completed his schooling at Palanayiammal Higher Secondary School in Kalliyapuram, Tamil Nadu. He pursued higher education at PSG College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore, where he graduated in Fashion Technology.

He further obtained a master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) from Anna University, Chennai. During his academic journey, Lokesh was raised alongside his brothers, Aravind Gnanasambandam, Ashwin Venkatesh, and Prashanth Gnanasambandam, and his sister, Avantika.

Personal Life

Lokesh Kanagaraj married Aishwarya Lokesh on January 8, 2012, following their engagement on September 15, 2011. The couple has a daughter, Adhvika Lokesh, and a son, Aarudhra Lokesh. Their relationship began during their teenage years, evolving into a deep partnership over time.

Aishwarya‘s support has been instrumental in Lokesh‘s transition from a bank employee to a renowned filmmaker. She resumed work shortly after childbirth to provide financial stability, allowing Lokesh to pursue his passion for filmmaking.

Career

Lokesh Kanagaraj began his career in the film industry with the short film Acham Thavir in 2012, which won awards for Best Director, Best Film, and Best Actor at the Clubace short film festival. In 2016, his short film Kalam was included in the anthology film Aviyal, produced by Karthik Subbaraj.

He directed his first feature film, Maanagaram, in 2017, followed by the 2019 action thriller Kaithi, produced by Dream Warrior Pictures, with Karthi in the lead role. Lokesh‘s next film, Master, released in January 2021 and starring Vijay and Vijay Sethupathi, received positive reviews and became the highest-grossing Indian film of that year.

He then directed Vikram (2022), featuring Kamal Haasan, which became one of the highest-grossing Indian films by earning over ₹600 crore worldwide. In 2023, he directed Leo, starring Vijay, which also achieved significant commercial success.

Net Worth

Lokesh Kanagaraj‘s net worth is estimated to be around $11 million.

Social Media

• Instagram: @lokesh.kanagaraj
• Twitter (X): @Dir_Lokesh

Filmography

• Aviyal (2016)
• Maanagaram (2017)
• Kaithi (2019)
• Master (2021)
• Vikram (2022)