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While working as an assistant Software Engineer, Arya was approached by late cinematographer [[Jeeva (director)|Jeeva]] to audition for his ''[[Ullam Ketkumae]]'' in 2003. The pair had lived in the same neighbourhood and had attended the same local mosque.arya is converted to islam.he change in numeralogy name into hindu temple.Arya immediately signed on for the project and was given the stage name by Jeeva.<ref name="indiaglitz1">{{cite web|author=|year=2011|title="I compete with my self" [An exclusive with Arya]|publisher=Indiaglitz.com|accessdate=2011-05-17|url=http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/66355.html}}</ref> The film had also marked the debuts of actresses [[Asin]] and [[Pooja Umashankar|Pooja]] but the film was delayed and only released after their other ventures.<ref name="debutuk">{{cite news|author=Reddy, Krithika|year=2003|title=`I've fallen in love with Chennai'|publisher=[[The Hindu]]|accessdate=2010-11-19|url=http://www.hindu.com/mp/2005/07/21/stories/2005072100270200.htm|location=Chennai, India|date=21 July 2005}}</ref> Hence, Arya's first appearance was as Kutty, in [[Vishnuvardhan (director)|Vishnuvardhan]]'s ''[[Arinthum Ariyamalum]]'' |
While working as an assistant Software Engineer, Arya was approached by late cinematographer [[Jeeva (director)|Jeeva]] to audition for his ''[[Ullam Ketkumae]]'' in 2003. The pair had lived in the same neighbourhood and had attended the same local mosque.arya is converted to islam.he change in numeralogy name into hindu temple.Arya immediately signed on for the project and was given the stage name by Jeeva.<ref name="indiaglitz1">{{cite web|author=|year=2011|title="I compete with my self" [An exclusive with Arya]|publisher=Indiaglitz.com|accessdate=2011-05-17|url=http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/66355.html}}</ref> The film had also marked the debuts of actresses [[Asin]] and [[Pooja Umashankar|Pooja]] but the film was delayed and only released after their other ventures.<ref name="debutuk">{{cite news|author=Reddy, Krithika|year=2003|title=`I've fallen in love with Chennai'|publisher=[[The Hindu]]|accessdate=2010-11-19|url=http://www.hindu.com/mp/2005/07/21/stories/2005072100270200.htm|location=Chennai, India|date=21 July 2005}}</ref> Hence, Arya's first appearance was as Kutty, in [[Vishnuvardhan (director)|Vishnuvardhan]]'s ''[[Arinthum Ariyamalum]]''. His third release in 2005, was the campus romance story, ''[[Oru Kalluriyin Kathai]]'' opposite [[Sonia Agarwal]]. His next,film is ''[[Kalabha Kadhalan]]'', ''[[Pattiyal]]'', ''[[Vattaram]]''. In 2007, Arya played a guest appearance in ''[[Maya Kannadi]]'' as himself before his long-delayed ''[[Oram Po]]''. |
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His next, Igor's thriller ''[[Kalabha Kadhalan]]'', where he played an engineer pursued romantically by an aggressive sister-in-law, won favourable reviews from critics but failed commercially.<ref name="kkr">{{cite web|author=Kumar, Sathish|year=2006|title=Kalaba Kadhalan Review|publisher=Nowrunning.com|accessdate=2011-01-01|url=http://www.nowrunning.com/movie/2660/tamil/kalaba-kadhalan/647/review.htm}}</ref><ref name="kke">{{cite news|author=Pillai, Sreedhar|title=Romantic thriller|publisher=[[The Hindu]]|accessdate=2011-01-01|url=http://www.hindu.com/mp/2006/02/02/stories/2006020201420500.htm|location=Chennai, India|date=2 February 2006}}</ref> Arya collaborated with Vishnuvardhan again in the successful gangster flick, ''[[Pattiyal]]'', where [[Bharath]] also played another leading role. The film, was shot across the slums of Chennai and told the story of two ruthless underworld hitmen, with [[Pooja Umashankar|Pooja]] and [[Padmapriya]] also playing major roles. Upon release, the film gained positive reports and the lead pair's performances were praised with a critic claiming that scenes between Arya and Bharath were "touching" while Arya's use of facial expressions and body language "fits exactly for the kind of role he plays".<ref name="patr">{{cite web|author=Kumar, Sathish|year=2006|title=Pattiyal Review|publisher=Nowrunning.com|accessdate=2011-01-01|url=http://www.nowrunning.com/movie/2892/tamil/pattiyal/723/review.htm}}</ref> The film consequently became a big box office success and placed Arya as a leading actor in Tamil cinema.<ref name="top">{{cite web|author=|year=2006|title=Pattiyal’s hit pushes Arya to top slotr|publisher=Behindwoods|accessdate=2011-01-01|url=http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-news/mar-06-04/24-03-06-arya.html}}</ref> Arya subsequently appeared in the action film ''[[Vattaram]]'' as Burma, but the film's release coincided with bigger budgeted releases and the film was crowded out from box office success, despite gaining favourable reviews.<ref name="bovattaram">{{cite web|author=|year=2006|title=Box Office Analysis|publisher=Indiaglitz.com|accessdate=2011-01-01|url=http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/26481.html}}</ref> In 2007, Arya played a guest appearance in [[Cheran (director)|Cheran]]'s ''[[Maya Kannadi]]'' as himself before his long-delayed ''[[Oram Po]]'', previously known as ''Auto'', released in late 2007. Prior to release the film gained cult status for its innovative trailer, with Arya playing a Chennai-based auto driver who competes in races at nights, while Pooja was his pair again. The film directed by duo [[Pushkar-Gayathri]] opened to very positive reviews, with most critics claiming that the film was a "riot" and "entertaining", praising characterisations. Critics from the [[Hindu]] labelled Arya as "terrific as the cocky yet lovable Chandru" saying that his "good physique should cement his ‘heartthrob’ status".<ref name="rhinop">{{cite news|author=Kumar, Divya|title=An absolute riot|publisher=[[The Hindu]]|accessdate=2011-01-01|url=http://www.hindu.com/cp/2007/12/07/stories/2007120750030200.htm|location=Chennai, India|date=7 December 2007}}</ref><ref name="rredop">{{cite web|author=Sundharam, Nandhu|year=2007|title=Oram Po entertains|publisher=[[The Hindu]]|accessdate=2011-01-01|url=http://inhome.rediff.com/movies/2007/nov/30ssrev.htm}}</ref> |
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===2009–present=== |
===2009–present=== |
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Arya's next release was in 2009, ''[[Naan Kadavul]]''. Arya appeared as an [[Aghori]] in the film situated in [[Kasi]]. Though he was highly expected to win several awards for the portrayal, he failed but garnered two nominations from notable award committees.<ref name="reawk">{{cite news|author=Lakhsmi, K.|year=2009|title=National awards bring cheer to Kollywood|publisher=[[The Hindu]]|accessdate=2011-01-02|url=http://www.hindu.com/2010/01/24/stories/2010012458530200.htm|location=Chennai, India}}</ref> After a guest role in [[M. Rajesh (director)|Rajesh]]'s ''[[Siva Manasula Sakthi]]'', he then collaborated with Vishnuvardhan for the third time in ''[[Sarvam]]''. |
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[[File:Arya viewing CCL match, India.jpg|thumb|Arya at [[Celebrity Cricket League|CCL]] match Season 2 in 2012]] |
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Arya's next release was in 2009, with [[Bala (director)|Bala]]'s long delayed drama film on [[Aghori]]s, ''[[Naan Kadavul]]''. The film was initially launched with [[Ajith Kumar]] in early 2005, but after he dropped out Arya signed on in mid 2006.<ref name="rnkpressd">{{cite web|author=|year=2006|title='Naan Kadavul' Press Meet|publisher=Indiaglitz.com|accessdate=2011-01-02|url=http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/gallery/Events/9868.html}}</ref> The three previous films made by Bala were known notoriously for their dark themes, their rogue leads and their long delays in production but also that his two previous protagonists [[Vikram Kennedy|Vikram]] and [[Surya Sivakumar|Suriya]] had risen from obscurity to stardom after featuring in his films. As per, the film took three years to complete with Arya growing a full length beard for the production thus making him unable to sign other projects, while he often cited the intense pressure and the hardships of the shoot.<ref name="rehard">{{cite news|author=Sangeetha, P.|title=Arya at his best|publisher=[[Times of India]]|accessdate=2011-01-02|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/regional/news-interviews/Arya-at-his-best/articleshow/6320001.cms|date=17 August 2010}}</ref> Arya appeared as an [[Aghori]] in the film situated in [[Kasi]] but is forced to relocate to [[Tamil Nadu]], where he duly encounters an underworld which gains collections through the torture of the handicapped, with Pooja, yet again playing a significant role. The film opened to positive reviews with unanimous praise on Arya's portrayal of Rudran, with a critic from Sify citing "Arya pumps life and blood and gets under the skin of Rudran, making his animal like character so convincing" while adding that "he has delivered a performance that is hard to forget even days after you've watched the film".<ref name="revnk">{{cite web|author=|year=2009|title=Naan Kadavul|publisher=[[Sify]]|accessdate=2011-01-02|url=http://www.sify.com/movies/tamil/review.php?id=14852479&ctid=5&cid=2429}}</ref> Though he was highly expected to win several awards for the portrayal, he failed but garnered two nominations from notable award committees.<ref name="reawk">{{cite news|author=Lakhsmi, K.|year=2009|title=National awards bring cheer to Kollywood|publisher=[[The Hindu]]|accessdate=2011-01-02|url=http://www.hindu.com/2010/01/24/stories/2010012458530200.htm|location=Chennai, India}}</ref> After a guest role in [[M. Rajesh (director)|Rajesh]]'s ''[[Siva Manasula Sakthi]]'', he then collaborated with Vishnuvardhan for the third time in his romantic-thriller, ''[[Sarvam]]'', an anthology film also featuring [[Trisha Krishnan]], [[J. D. Chakravarthy]], Rohan Shiva and [[Indrajith Sukumaran|Indrajith]]. Arya played a carefree young architect who falls in love and pursues Trisha, before another thread in the film interlocks with his portions and changes his situation. The film however only went to gain average review from critics,<ref name="Movie review: Sarvvam">{{cite web|url=http://sify.com/movies/tamil/review.php?id=14888033&ctid=5&cid=2429|title=Movie review: Sarvvam|publisher=[[Sify]]|accessdate=2009-06-01| archiveurl= http://web.archive.org/web/20090518121751/http://sify.com/movies/tamil/review.php?id=14888033&ctid=5&cid=2429| archivedate= 18 May 2009 <!--DASHBot-->| deadurl= no}}</ref><ref name="The Hindu">{{cite news|url=http://www.hindu.com/fr/2009/05/29/stories/2009052950320200.htm|title=Taking its own sweet time! – Sarvam|publisher=[[The Hindu]]|accessdate=2009-06-01|location=Chennai, India|date=29 May 2009| archiveurl= http://web.archive.org/web/20090601112931/http://www.hindu.com/fr/2009/05/29/stories/2009052950320200.htm| archivedate= 1 June 2009 <!--DASHBot-->| deadurl= no}}</ref> and eventually became a surprise failure at the box office.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/News/News-By-Industry/Media-Entertainment-/Entertainment/After-big-flops-Kwood-bets-on-low-budget-films/articleshow/4865758.cms| work=The Times Of India | title=After big flops, K'wood bets on low-budget films-Entertainment-Media/Entertainment -News By Industry-News-The Economic Times | date=7 August 2009}}</ref> |
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2010 became a career-defining year for Arya, with the widespread success of his films establishing him as a leading actor in South Indian films.<ref name="aryastar">{{cite web|author=Sreedhar, Sridevi|year=2010|title=Arya- The man of the moment|publisher=[[Sify]]|accessdate=2011-01-15|url=http://www.sify.com/movies/arya-the-man-of-the-moment-news-tamil-kkguALeafbe.html}}</ref> His first release was his debut in Telugu films, where he played the antagonist in ''[[Varudu]]'' co-starring [[Allu Arjun]]. Despite opening to positive reviews, the film failed to match expectations at the box office, although Arya's performance was praised by critics, claiming that "powerful, menacing, quiet yet indomitably spirited" in his role while another reviewer claimed he outshone Allu Arjun.<ref name="redvar">{{cite web|author=Rajamani, Radhika|year=2010|title=Worth a Watch|publisher=[[Rediff]]|accessdate=2011-01-15|url=http://movies.rediff.com/report/2010/mar/31/south-telugu-movie-review-varudu.htm}}</ref><ref name="sifyvar">{{cite web|author=|year=2010|title=Varudu|publisher=[[Sify]]|accessdate=2011-01-15|url=http://www.sify.com/movies/telugu/review.php?id=14937025&ctid=5&cid=2430}}</ref> His next venture was the [[period film]] ''[[Madrasapattinam]]'' depicting a love story from the 1940s, co-starring newcomer [[Amy Jackson]] and directed by [[A. L. Vijay]]. The big budget film progressed with its schedules with little publicity for a year, with Arya portraying the role of Ilamparithi, a [[dhobi]] situated in a community of [[Washermanpet]] who falls in love with the daughter of a governor. The film gained mostly positive reviews from critics and became successful at the box office, although most reviewers agreed his performance was outshone by Jackson's.<ref name="sifmad">{{cite web|author=|year=2010|title=Madrasapattinam Review|publisher=[[Sify]]|accessdate=2011-01-15|url=http://movies.rediff.com/report/2010/jul/09/south-review-of-madharasapattinam.htm}}</ref> While a critic cited that Arya "looks stone-faced no matter what the situation", another cited the performance was "awe-inspiring".<ref name="redmad">{{cite web|author=Srinivasan, Pavithra|year=2010|title=Madharasapattinam is worth a watch|publisher=[[Rediff]]|accessdate=2011-01-15|url=http://movies.rediff.com/report/2010/jul/09/south-review-of-madharasapattinam.htm}}</ref> He then appeared in Rajesh's comedy film ''[[Boss Engira Bhaskaran]]'', which Arya's production house, The Show People, also co-produced. The film portrayed Arya as a spoiled, carefree [[Kumbakonam]] youth and his comic timing in the film alongside [[Nayantara]] and [[Santhanam (actor)|Santhanam]] received positive responses from critics.<ref name="sifbeb">{{cite web|author=|year=2010|title=Review:Boss Engira Baskaran|publisher=[[Sify]]|accessdate=2011-02-12|url=http://www.sify.com/movies/tamil/review.php?cid=2429&id=14956349}}</ref><ref name="hindebeb">{{cite web|author=Srinivasan, Pavithra|year=2010|title=Boss (A) Baskaran is high on comedy|publisher=[[Rediff]]|accessdate=2011-02-12|url=http://movies.rediff.com/report/2010/sep/10/south-boss-a-baskaran%20.htm}}</ref> Furthermore the film went on to become his first blockbuster, running for over hundred days in multiplexes.<ref name="hunbeb">{{cite web|author=|year=2010|title=Arya scores a century|publisher=[[Sify]]|accessdate=2011-02-12|url=http://www.sify.com/movies/arya-scores-a-century-news-tamil-kmrtuTgeefd.html}}</ref><!-- Deleted image removed: [[File:Chikku bikku, 2010.jpg|thumb|right|Arya and [[Shriya Saran]] in the audio launch of ''[[Chikku Bukku]]'']] -->His final release in 2010 was in a dual role in the romantic travelogue film, ''[[Chikku Bukku]]'' by Manikandan, featuring [[Shriya Saran]] and [[Preetika]]. The film, shot extensively in [[London]] and [[Karaikudi]], received a mixed response and fared averagely at the box office, with Arya's performance being described by critics as from "watchable and dependable" to "morose and silent".<ref name="sifcb">{{cite web|author=|year=2010|title=Chikku Bukku|publisher=[[Sify]]|accessdate=2011-02-12|url=http://www.sify.com/movies/tamil/review.php?id=14959235&ctid=5&cid=2429}}</ref><ref name="redcb">{{cite web|author=Srinivasan, Pavithra|year=2010|title=Chikku Bukku is tedious|publisher=[[Rediff]]|accessdate=2011-02-12|url=http://www.rediff.com/movies/report/south-review-chikku-bukku/20101203.htm| archiveurl= http://web.archive.org/web/20110105062324/http://www.rediff.com/movies/report/south-review-chikku-bukku/20101203.htm| archivedate= 5 January 2011 <!--DASHBot-->| deadurl= no}}</ref> |
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In 2010 his first release was his debut in Telugu films, where he played the antagonist in ''[[Varudu]]'', ''[[Madrasapattinam]]'', ''[[Boss Engira Bhaskaran]]''. His final release in 2010 was ''[[Chikku Bukku]]''. Arya's first release in 2011 was an extended cameo appearance in [[Santhosh Sivan]]'s Malayalam historical-fantasy film ''[[Urumi (film)|Urumi]]'', where he played two characters. In March 2011, he was signed by director [[Mani Ratnam]] to essay the role of [[Raja Raja Chola I|Arulmozhi Varman]] in his epic film ''Ponniyin Selvan''. Arya then appeared in ''[[Avan Ivan]]''. Arya next appeared in ''[[Vettai]]''. He went on to appear in the promotional song for ''[[Kazhugu (2012 film)|Kazhugu]]'' alongside several other actors and then played a cameo role in''[[Oru Kal Oru Kannadi]]'' of a village chieftain. |
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Arya's first release in 2011 was an extended cameo appearance in [[Santhosh Sivan]]'s Malayalam historical-fantasy film ''[[Urumi (film)|Urumi]]'', where he played two characters. The film which also featured [[Prithviraj Sukumaran|Prithviraj]], [[Genelia D'Souza]] and [[Nithya Menen]], won positive reviews with reviewers from [[Sify]].com labelling it a "miniature masterpiece of moods".<ref>[http://www.sify.com/movies/malayalam/review.php?id=14966427&ctid=5&cid=2428 Movie Review:Urumi- Review]. Sify.com. Retrieved on 2012-02-25.</ref> In March 2011, he was signed by director [[Mani Ratnam]] to essay the role of [[Raja Raja Chola I|Arulmozhi Varman]] in his epic film ''Ponniyin Selvan'', based on the [[Ponniyin Selvan|same-titled novel]] by acclaimed writer [[Kalki Krishnamurthy]],<ref>[http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/regional/news-interviews/Anushka-in-Manis-next/articleshow/7679576.cms Anushka in Mani's next! – Times Of India]. Timesofindia.indiatimes.com (12 March 2011). Retrieved on 2011-03-16.</ref> which however did not materialize.<ref>{{cite web|author=|year=2011|title=Mani Ratnam shelves Ponniyin Selvan|publisher=[[Sify]]|accessdate=2011-05-17|url=http://www.sify.com/movies/mani-ratnam-shelves-ponniyin-selvan-news-tamil-lfklQefbihi.html}}</ref> Arya then appeared in his second film with Bala in ''[[Avan Ivan]]'', where he portrayed the lead role of Kumbedran Sami alongside [[Vishal Krishna|Vishal]]. The film opened to mixed reviews but the performance of the lead actors won acclaim with the critic from [[The Hindu]] citing that "Arya is a perfect foil for Vishal — his brash demeanour and genuine affection for his stepbrother come out well in many of the scenes" and that "he deserves appreciation for taking up a role that isn't as heroic as Vishal's and presenting it convincingly".<ref>{{cite news| url=http://www.thehindu.com/arts/cinema/article2115518.ece | location=Chennai, India | work=The Hindu | first=Malathi | last=Rangarajan | title=Avan Ivan: Brothers, bravado and a little bit of Bala | date=18 June 2011}}</ref> Arya next appeared in [[N. Linguswamy|Linguswamy]]'s ''[[Vettai]]'', an action entertainer featuring an ensemble cast of [[R. Madhavan|Madhavan]], [[Amala Paul]] and [[Sameera Reddy]]. The film opened to positive reviews in January 2012 and went on to become a commercial success, with critics praising Arya's performance in the film as a rogue youngster who defends his police officer brother.<ref name="adhir">{{cite news|author=|title=Vettai: Review |
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|publisher=[[Times of India]]|accessdate=2012-07-13|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articlelist/movie-review/11496445.cms|date=19 October 2010}}</ref><ref name="vettai">{{cite news|author=Dutt, Purbha|title=Vettai's story blew me away:Madhavan |
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|publisher=[[Times of India]]|accessdate=2011-02-19|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/regional/news-interviews/Vettais-story-blew-me-away-Madhavan/articleshow/6741515.cms|date=14 October 2010}}</ref> He went on to appear in the promotional song for ''[[Kazhugu (2012 film)|Kazhugu]]'' alongside several other actors and then played a cameo role in the climax of [[M. Rajesh|Rajesh]]'s ''[[Oru Kal Oru Kannadi]]'' of a village chieftain. |
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Then he appeared in ''[[Settai]]'', ''[[Irandam Ulagam]]''. Thirdly he is also shooting for another project directed by [[Vishnuvardhan (director)|Vishnuvardhan]]. Arya also has two forthcoming films which will see him in guest appearances, ''Parimala Thiraiyarangam'' and ''[[Kadhal 2 Kalyanam]]'', which features his brother, Sathya in the lead role. |
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| Born | Jamshad Cethirakath 11 December 1980 |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2005 - present |
| Relatives | Sathya (Brother) |
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Jamshad Cethirakath (born 11 December 1980), known by his stage name Arya is an Indian film actor, who mainly appears in Tamil films. He is best known for his roles in the films Pattiyal (2006), Naan Kadavul (2009), Sarvam, Arinthum Ariyamalum, Madrasapattinam (2010), Boss Engira Bhaskaran (2010) & Vettai (2012).[1][2][3]
Early life
Arya was born on 11 December 1980 in Trikarpur, Kerala, India. He has a younger brother named sathya who are studying also act in tamil film. He graduated with an engineering degree from Crescent Engineering College in Vandalur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. He did his schooling in SBOA Matriculation and Higher Secondary School, Chennai.
Film career
2005 to 2007
While working as an assistant Software Engineer, Arya was approached by late cinematographer Jeeva to audition for his Ullam Ketkumae in 2003. The pair had lived in the same neighbourhood and had attended the same local mosque.arya is converted to islam.he change in numeralogy name into hindu temple.Arya immediately signed on for the project and was given the stage name by Jeeva.[4] The film had also marked the debuts of actresses Asin and Pooja but the film was delayed and only released after their other ventures.[5] Hence, Arya's first appearance was as Kutty, in Vishnuvardhan's Arinthum Ariyamalum. His third release in 2005, was the campus romance story, Oru Kalluriyin Kathai opposite Sonia Agarwal. His next,film is Kalabha Kadhalan, Pattiyal, Vattaram. In 2007, Arya played a guest appearance in Maya Kannadi as himself before his long-delayed Oram Po.
2009–present
Arya's next release was in 2009, Naan Kadavul. Arya appeared as an Aghori in the film situated in Kasi. Though he was highly expected to win several awards for the portrayal, he failed but garnered two nominations from notable award committees.[6] After a guest role in Rajesh's Siva Manasula Sakthi, he then collaborated with Vishnuvardhan for the third time in Sarvam.
In 2010 his first release was his debut in Telugu films, where he played the antagonist in Varudu, Madrasapattinam, Boss Engira Bhaskaran. His final release in 2010 was Chikku Bukku. Arya's first release in 2011 was an extended cameo appearance in Santhosh Sivan's Malayalam historical-fantasy film Urumi, where he played two characters. In March 2011, he was signed by director Mani Ratnam to essay the role of Arulmozhi Varman in his epic film Ponniyin Selvan. Arya then appeared in Avan Ivan. Arya next appeared in Vettai. He went on to appear in the promotional song for Kazhugu alongside several other actors and then played a cameo role inOru Kal Oru Kannadi of a village chieftain.
Then he appeared in Settai, Irandam Ulagam. Thirdly he is also shooting for another project directed by Vishnuvardhan. Arya also has two forthcoming films which will see him in guest appearances, Parimala Thiraiyarangam and Kadhal 2 Kalyanam, which features his brother, Sathya in the lead role.
Producer
Arya has also ventured into film production in order to promote new talents and help funding small budget films. In 2010, he established the banner "The Show People" and first produced his Boss Engira Bhaskaran, following which he produced newcomer Sukanth's Padithurai, which is currently in post-production stage.[4]
[7] The South Indian Film Artistes Association (SIFAA), however, supported Arya, condeming Guhanathan "for making irresponsible and false statements" [8][9] about an actor who "strives for the welfare of Tamil film industry."[7] Arya eventually clarified in a letter,[10] that he had "never made derogatory statements about the Tamil film industry",[11] which was his "bread and butter",[12] further quoting: "I can never forget such a support extended by my fans. If I had hurt anyone's feelings, I am really sorry about that."[13]
Filmography
As actor
| Year | Film | Role | Language | Notes |
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| 2005 | Arinthum Ariyamalum | Kutty | Tamil | Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut – South |
| 2005 | Ullam Ketkumae | Imman | Tamil | |
| 2005 | Oru Kalluriyin Kadhai | Satya | Tamil | |
| 2006 | Kalabha Kadhalan | Akhilan | Tamil | |
| 2006 | Pattiyal | Kosi | Tamil | |
| 2006 | Vattaram | Burma | Tamil | |
| 2007 | Maya Kannadi | Himself | Tamil | Guest appearance |
| 2007 | Oram Po | Chandru | Tamil | |
| 2009 | Naan Kadavul | Rudran | Tamil | Nominated, Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Tamil Nominated, Vijay Award for Best Actor |
| 2009 | Siva Manasula Sakthi | Arun | Tamil | Guest appearance |
| 2009 | Sarvam | Karthik | Tamil | |
| 2010 | Varudu | Diwakar | Telugu | |
| 2010 | Madrasapattinam | Ilamparidhi | Tamil | Nominated, Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Tamil Nominated, Vijay Award for Best Actor |
| 2010 | Kaadhal Solla Vandhen | A doctor | Tamil | Guest appearance |
| 2010 | Boss Engira Bhaskaran | Baskaran | Tamil | |
| 2010 | Va | Chandru | Tamil | Guest appearance |
| 2010 | Chikku Bukku | Arjun, Sekhar |
Tamil | |
| 2011 | Urumi | Chirakkal Kothuwal, Thangachan |
Malayalam | |
| 2011 | Avan Ivan | Kumbudre Sami | Tamil | |
| 2012 | Vettai | Gurumoorthy | Tamil | |
| 2012 | Oru Kal Oru Kannadi | Rajini Murugan | Tamil | Guest appearance |
| 2013 | Madha Gaja Raja | Tamil | Guest appearance | |
| 2013 | Settai | Jayaganthan (J K Boss) | Tamil | Releasing on 5 April 2013 |
| 2013 | Irandam Ulagam | Tamil | Post-production | |
| 2013 | Valai | Tamil | Filming | |
| 2013 | Raja Rani | Tamil | Filming |
As Producer
- Boss Engira Bhaskaran (2010)
- Padithurai - filming
References
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