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'''Jiiva,''' (referred earlier as Jeeva, born '''Amar B Choudary''' on January 4, 1984), is an Indian Film Actor, Producer, and Philanthropist.
'''Jiiva,''' (referred earlier as Jeeva, born '''Amar B Choudary''' on January 4, 1984), is an Indian Film Actor, Producer, and [[Philanthropy|Philanthropist]].


Jiiva began his career as a Child artist in the year 1991. Though he made his official debut in 2003 with ''[[Aasai Aasaiyai]]'', he rose to prominence on his 3rd film ''[[Raam (2005 film)|Raam]]''. The movie was critically acclaimed with praise for his performance and was screened at Goa International Film Festival and [[Cyprus International Film Festival]] where he won the Best Actor Award. Till date, he has acted in around 25 plus films, several of them earning him with recognition for portraying diverse roles including a slum dweller in [[E (2006 film)|''E'']] (2006), a Sociopath in ''[[Kattradhu Thamizh|Katradhu Tamizh]]'' (2007), a photojournalist in ''[[Ko (film)|Ko]]'' (2011), a god -fearing Engineering student in [[Nanban (2012 film)|''Nanban'']] (2012), a martial artist in ''[[Mugamoodi]]'' (2012).
Jiiva began his career as a Child artist in the year 1991. Though he made his official debut in 2003 with ''[[Aasai Aasaiyai]]'', he rose to prominence on his 3rd film ''[[Raam (2005 film)|Raam]]''. The movie was critically acclaimed with praise for his performance and was screened at Goa International Film Festival and [[Cyprus International Film Festival]] where he won the Best Actor Award. Till date, he has acted in around 25 plus films, several of them earning him with recognition for portraying diverse roles including a slum dweller in [[E (2006 film)|''E'']] (2006), a Sociopath in ''[[Kattradhu Thamizh|Katradhu Tamizh]]'' (2007), a photojournalist in ''[[Ko (film)|Ko]]'' (2011), a god -fearing Engineering student in [[Nanban (2012 film)|''Nanban'']] (2012), a martial artist in ''[[Mugamoodi]]'' (2012).
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=== 2003 - 2009: Debut and Journey ahead ===
=== 2003 - 2009: Debut and Journey ahead ===
Jiiva made his debut under his father’s 50th production - Super Good Films Banner, Aasai Aasaiyai in the year 2003. The film performed average at box office, however critics felt that Jiiva left an impression at various juncture.
Jiiva made his debut under his father’s 50th production - Super Good Films Banner, Aasai Aasaiyai directed by [[Ravi Mariya]] in the year 2003. The film performed average at box office, however critics felt that Jiiva left an impression at various juncture.


His 2nd film [[Thithikudhe|''Thithikuthe'']] (a Tamil remake of Uday Kiran's Telugu movie Manasanta Nuvve) was also produced under his home production banner, Super Good Films. The film opened to mixed reviews but the actor gained appreciation for his good looks and expressive emotions. It was his 3rd movie, Ameer’s Crime Thriller, [[Raam (2005 film)|''Raam'']] (2005) that stated as a ‘dream break’ for his calling in the film industry. Racy screenplay and his role of the eccentric 17-year-old gained positive feedback from audience and critics. The movie was screened at the International Film Festival in Goa and later at the Cyprus International Film Festival, where he also won the Best Actor award.
His 2nd film [[Thithikudhe|''Thithikuthe'']] (a Tamil remake of Uday Kiran's Telugu movie Manasanta Nuvve) was also produced under his home production banner, Super Good Films. The film opened to mixed reviews but the actor gained appreciation for his good looks and expressive emotions. It was his 3rd movie, [[Ameer (director)|Ameer]]’s Crime Thriller, [[Raam (2005 film)|''Raam'']] (2005) that stated as a ‘dream break’ for his calling in the film industry. Racy screenplay and his role of the eccentric 17-year-old gained positive feedback from audience and critics. The movie was screened at the International Film Festival in Goa and later at the [[Cyprus International Film Festival]], where he also won the Best Actor award.


Jiiva next starred in ''[[Dishyum]]'' (2006), opposite [[Sandhya (actress)|Sandhya]] of Kadhal fame. ‘''A feel-good movie for youngsters’'' reviewed [https://www.indiaglitz.com Indiaglitz]. “''Jeeva continues from this point and has matured as an actor. His acting is impeccable and natural; his emoting, expressions, emotions expressed by looks, body-language – all are perfect,”'' remarked Galatta.com
Jiiva next starred in ''[[Dishyum]]'' (2006), opposite [[Sandhya (actress)|Sandhya]] of Kadhal fame. ‘''A feel-good movie for youngsters’'' reviewed [https://www.indiaglitz.com Indiaglitz]. “''Jeeva continues from this point and has matured as an actor. His acting is impeccable and natural; his emoting, expressions, emotions expressed by looks, body-language – all are perfect,”'' remarked Galatta.com


The same year, he made his debut as a NSG Commando in Malayalam cinema with [[Major Ravi]]'s film [[Keerthi Chakra (film)|''Keerthi Chakra'']] (2006) starring [[Mohanlal]]. The movie had a great opening and was one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films of the year. Jiiva also won the Best Pair Award along with Gopika at Asianet Film Awards. “''Jeeva the Tamil actor has a more heroic role which he has done with felicity. The physical energy he imparts to the role has to be seen to be believed,”'' quoted [http://www.sify.com/movies/keerthichakra-review-malayalam-pclwbjibjheia.html Sify]''.'' Later, the movie was also dubbed and released in Tamil as Aran. His last movie in 2006 was ''E'', where he portrayed the role of a slum dweller, opposite [[Nayanthara|Nayantara.]]
The same year, he made his debut as a NSG Commando in Malayalam cinema with [[Major Ravi]]'s film [[Keerthi Chakra (film)|''Keerthi Chakra'']] (2006) starring [[Mohanlal]]. The movie had a great opening and was one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films of the year. Jiiva also won the Best Pair Award along with [[Gopika]] at [[Asianet Film Awards]]. “''Jeeva the Tamil actor has a more heroic role which he has done with felicity. The physical energy he imparts to the role has to be seen to be believed,”'' quoted [http://www.sify.com/movies/keerthichakra-review-malayalam-pclwbjibjheia.html Sify]''.'' Later, the movie was also dubbed and released in Tamil as ''Aran''. His last movie in 2006 was ''E'', where he portrayed the role of a slum dweller, opposite [[Nayanthara|Nayantara.]]


The year 2007 saw the release of ''[[Kattradhu Thamizh|Katradhu Tamizh]]'', that turned out to be a sleeper hit. His role as Prabhakar, a lower middle-class Post Graduate in Tamil Literature, who gradually turns out to be a sociopath, frustrated by the inequality in the society, was praised highly by Critics and widely termed as one of his best till date. According to a [http://www.rediff.com/movies/review/kt/20071005.htm Rediff.com review], “''Prabhakar, Jeeva leads you through dimensions that are frankly amazing, endearing as the young, vulnerable Prabha, [...] perfect as the ganja-smoking near-lunatic [...] and freaking brilliant as the frustrated Tamil graduate''". Behindwoods review labelled it ''as ‘a performance of his lifetime’''. Jiiva also stated that after completing the shoot, had to undergo therapy to "come out of the character" as it was ‘too emotional’.
The year 2007 saw the release of ''[[Kattradhu Thamizh|Katradhu Tamizh]]'', that turned out to be a sleeper hit. His role as Prabhakar, a lower middle-class Post Graduate in Tamil Literature, who gradually turns out to be a sociopath, frustrated by the inequality in the society, was praised highly by Critics and widely termed as one of his best till date. According to a [http://www.rediff.com/movies/review/kt/20071005.htm Rediff.com review], “''Prabhakar, Jeeva leads you through dimensions that are frankly amazing, endearing as the young, vulnerable Prabha, [...] perfect as the ganja-smoking near-lunatic [...] and freaking brilliant as the frustrated Tamil graduate''". Behindwoods review labelled it ''as ‘a performance of his lifetime’''. Jiiva also stated that after completing the shoot, had to undergo therapy to "come out of the character" as it was ‘too emotional’.


Jiiva had two more releases after that, ''[[Rameswaram (film)|Rameswaran]]'' in 2007 and ''[[Thenavattu]]'' in 2008. Both movies performed averagely at the box office.
Jiiva had two more releases after that, ''[[Rameswaram (film)|Rameswaram]]'' in 2007 and ''[[Thenavattu]]'' in 2008. Both movies performed averagely at the box office.


=== 2010 – 2014: Success and break through ===
=== 2010 – 2014: Success and break through ===
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His next was ''[[Singam Puli]]'' (2011), where he played dual roles, following which K. V. Anand's political thriller [[Ko (film)|''Ko'']] (2011) released. Rediff stated that his role as Ashwin in Ko was a “''cake-walk for Jiiva: he's had a ball with the camera, clicking shots in almost impossible situations and making sure his trademark effervescence is present at all times",'' while Sify said that ''“..with this performance he was going to be a force to reckon with in Tamil cinema''”.
His next was ''[[Singam Puli]]'' (2011), where he played dual roles, following which K. V. Anand's political thriller [[Ko (film)|''Ko'']] (2011) released. Rediff stated that his role as Ashwin in Ko was a “''cake-walk for Jiiva: he's had a ball with the camera, clicking shots in almost impossible situations and making sure his trademark effervescence is present at all times",'' while Sify said that ''“..with this performance he was going to be a force to reckon with in Tamil cinema''”.


His next film, ''[[Rowthiram]]'' (2011), directed by Gokul, and ''[[Vandhaan Vendraan]]'' (2011) by R Kannan released in quick succession. [http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-kerala/action-drama-without-any-punch/article2355877.ece The Hindu review] quoted, “''……Jiiva, who does a decent job in both. In fact, in Rowthiram, his agility in action sequences is very impressive.”''
His next film, ''[[Rowthiram]]'' (2011), directed by Gokul, and ''[[Vandhaan Vendraan]]'' (2011) by [[R. Kannan|R Kannan]] released in quick succession. [http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-kerala/action-drama-without-any-punch/article2355877.ece The Hindu review] quoted, “''……Jiiva, who does a decent job in both. In fact, in Rowthiram, his agility in action sequences is very impressive.”''


In 2012, he appeared in [[S. Shankar]]'s comedy-drama [[Nanban (2012 film)|''Nanban'']] (remake of Bollywood blockbuster ''[[3 Idiots]]''). Jiiva reprised the role of Sharman Joshi in the Tamil version as Sevarkodi Senthil and starred alongside [[Vijay (actor)|Vijay]], and Srikanth. At the cost of 550 million (INR), it was one of the most expensive film to be made at that point of time and was released on Pongal in 925 screens worldwide. The movie received highly positive reviews and became a blockbuster. Malathi Rangarajan of The Hindu quoted, “…''As for Jiiva, you give him characters with scope and he delivers”.''
In 2012, he appeared in [[S. Shankar]]'s comedy-drama [[Nanban (2012 film)|''Nanban'']] (remake of Bollywood blockbuster ''[[3 Idiots]]''). Jiiva reprised the role of Sharman Joshi in the Tamil version as Sevarkodi Senthil and starred alongside [[Vijay (actor)|Vijay]], and [[Srikanth (actor)|Srikanth]]. At the cost of 550 million (INR), it was one of the most expensive film to be made at that point of time and was released on Pongal in 925 screens worldwide. The movie received highly positive reviews and became a blockbuster. Malathi Rangarajan of The Hindu quoted, “…''As for Jiiva, you give him characters with scope and he delivers”.''


His next project was [[Mysskin|Mysskin's]] ''[[Mugamoodi]]'' (2012), also happens to be the first ever Tamil superhero movie. Reports claimed that Jiiva underwent a special training at [https://www.google.co.in/search?q=Mansuria+Kung+Fu+YMCA%2C+Nandanam%2C+Chennai&oq=Mansuria+Kung+Fu+YMCA%2C+Nandanam%2C+Chennai&aqs=chrome..69i57&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Mansuria Kung Fu YMCA, Nandanam, Chennai], same place where Jiiva already underwent a training in Kung-Fu for over few years before venturing into movies. High-end gadgets were used in the film, designed by the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT), while teams from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) were roped in to create the costumes and looks of the characters. It is said that Jiiva’s super hero costume, designed by Gabriella Wilkins, weighed more than 10 kg. The movie opened to mixed reviews, few cited it as ‘different and refreshing’. However, from the first look and post the release, the movie got a lot of attention among kids and children. Jiiva received appreciation from critics for his role as Lee. ''“The titular role fits Jiiva well, very much like the armour he dons. But your heart goes out to him — performing stunts in a costume that looks unbearably heavy, with a face-mask to boot must have been quite a task”'' commented The Hindu review. [[Firstpost.com|Firspost.com]] claimed Jiiva’s role as a ‘rewarding performance’. ''Jiiva has obviously given his best, and his martial arts sequences are worthy of applause, quoted R''ediff.com
His next project was [[Mysskin|Mysskin's]] ''[[Mugamoodi]]'' (2012), also happens to be the first ever Tamil superhero movie. Reports claimed that Jiiva underwent a special training at [https://www.google.co.in/search?q=Mansuria+Kung+Fu+YMCA%2C+Nandanam%2C+Chennai&oq=Mansuria+Kung+Fu+YMCA%2C+Nandanam%2C+Chennai&aqs=chrome..69i57&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Mansuria Kung Fu YMCA, Nandanam, Chennai], same place where Jiiva already underwent a training in Kung-Fu for over few years before venturing into movies. High-end gadgets were used in the film, designed by the [[Indian Institute of Technology Madras|Indian Institutes of Technology]] (IIT), while teams from the [[National Institute of Fashion Technology]] (NIFT) were roped in to create the costumes and looks of the characters. It is said that Jiiva’s super hero costume, designed by Gabriella Wilkins, weighed more than 10 kg. The movie opened to mixed reviews, few cited it as ‘different and refreshing’. However, from the first look and post the release, the movie got a lot of attention among kids and children. Jiiva received appreciation from critics for his role as Lee. ''“The titular role fits Jiiva well, very much like the armour he dons. But your heart goes out to him — performing stunts in a costume that looks unbearably heavy, with a face-mask to boot must have been quite a task”'' commented The Hindu review. [[Firstpost.com|Firspost.com]] claimed Jiiva’s role as a ‘rewarding performance’. ''Jiiva has obviously given his best, and his martial arts sequences are worthy of applause, quoted R''ediff.com


Jiiva’s next venture was [[Gautham Menon]]'s ''[[Neethaane En Ponvasantham]]'' (2012), starring opposite [[Samantha Akkineni|Samanatha]], which had an average run at the box office. Critics and audience felt that the actor bought in immense dignity to the screen as Varun Krishnan. Post this, he worked on [[Bejoy Nambiar]]'s [[David (2013 Tamil film)|''David'']] (2013) alongside [[Vikram (actor)|Vikram]], that garnered positive reviews. His next movie was [[Endrendrum Punnagai]], where he paired with [[Trisha (actress)|Trisha]] for the first time.
Jiiva’s next venture was [[Gautham Menon]]'s ''[[Neethaane En Ponvasantham]]'' (2012), starring opposite [[Samantha Akkineni|Samanatha]], which had an average run at the box office. Critics and audience felt that the actor bought in immense dignity to the screen as Varun Krishnan. Post this, he worked on [[Bejoy Nambiar]]'s [[David (2013 Tamil film)|''David'']] (2013) alongside [[Vikram (actor)|Vikram]], that garnered positive reviews. His next movie was [[Endrendrum Punnagai]], where he paired with [[Trisha (actress)|Trisha]] for the first time.
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It was his 2017 release, ''[[Sangili Bungili Kadhava Thorae]]'', a horror comedy by debut director Ike, that received a huge success and performed well at the box office. His next movie was ''[[kalakalappu 2]]'', directed by [[Sundar C.|Sundar C]], that released in February 2018. Jiiva was seen alongside [[Shiva (actor)|Shiva]], [[Jai (actor)|Jai]], [[Nikki Galrani]] and [[Catherine Tresa|Catherine Teresa]]. A full and full comedy entertainer, the movie was well received by audience.
It was his 2017 release, ''[[Sangili Bungili Kadhava Thorae]]'', a horror comedy by debut director Ike, that received a huge success and performed well at the box office. His next movie was ''[[kalakalappu 2]]'', directed by [[Sundar C.|Sundar C]], that released in February 2018. Jiiva was seen alongside [[Shiva (actor)|Shiva]], [[Jai (actor)|Jai]], [[Nikki Galrani]] and [[Catherine Tresa|Catherine Teresa]]. A full and full comedy entertainer, the movie was well received by audience.


Jiiva’s next is [[Kee (film)|''Kee'']], a cyber thriller, which is all set to release soon in the summer of 2018. He is currently shooting for his upcoming film Gorilla, directed by Don Sandy with a live Chimpanzee.
Jiiva’s next is [[Kee (film)|''Kee'']], a cyber thriller, which is all set to release soon in the summer of 2018. He is currently shooting for his upcoming film ''Gorilla'', directed by Don Sandy with a live Chimpanzee.


Till date, Jiiva has also made several guest / cameo appearances in films such as [[Boss Engira Bhaskaran]] (2010), [[Yeto Vellipoyindhi Manasu]] (Telugu version of Neethane En Ponnvasantham), [[Jilla]] to name a few.
Till date, Jiiva has also made several guest / cameo appearances in films such as [[Boss Engira Bhaskaran]] (2010), [[Yeto Vellipoyindhi Manasu]] (Telugu version of Neethane En Ponnvasantham), [[Jilla]] to name a few.
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| rowspan="2" | 2003
| ''[[Aasai Aasaiyai]]'' || rowspan="2"| 2003 || Vinod || [[Ravi Mariya]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/fr/2003/02/07/stories/2003020700880200.htm|title=The Hindu : Aasai Aasaiyai...|publisher=}}</ref>
| ''[[Aasai Aasaiyai]]'' || Vinod || [[Ravi Mariya]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/fr/2003/02/07/stories/2003020700880200.htm|title=The Hindu : Aasai Aasaiyai...|publisher=}}</ref>
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| ''[[Thithikudhe]]'' || Chinnu (Venu) || [[Brinda Sarathy]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/thehindu/mp/2003/08/04/stories/2003080400540201.htm|title=The Hindu : A triangular love tale|publisher=}}</ref>
| ''[[Thithikudhe]]'' || Chinnu (Venu) || [[Brinda Sarathy]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/thehindu/mp/2003/08/04/stories/2003080400540201.htm|title=The Hindu : A triangular love tale|publisher=}}</ref>
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| 2005
| ''[[Raam (2005 film)|Raam]]'' || 2005 || Rama Krishna || [[Ameer Sultan|Ameer]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/thehindu/fr/2004/07/02/stories/2004070201930500.htm|title=The Hindu : Waiting for a win|publisher=}}</ref>
| ''[[Raam (2005 film)|Raam]]'' || Rama Krishna || [[Ameer Sultan|Ameer]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/thehindu/fr/2004/07/02/stories/2004070201930500.htm|title=The Hindu : Waiting for a win|publisher=}}</ref>
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| rowspan="3" | 2006
| ''[[Dishyum]]'' || rowspan="3"| 2006 || Bhaskar || [[Sasi (director)|Sasi]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-fridayreview/with-accent-on-a-brave-breed/article3217075.ece|title=With accent on a brave breed|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
| ''[[Dishyum]]'' || Bhaskar || [[Sasi (director)|Sasi]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-fridayreview/with-accent-on-a-brave-breed/article3217075.ece|title=With accent on a brave breed|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
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| ''[[Keerthi Chakra (film)|Keerthi Chakra]]'' || Havildar Jaikumar || Major Ravi ||[[Malayalam]] film||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://specials.rediff.com/movies/2006/jul/06sli1.htm|title=rediff.com: Meet Jeeva, Mohanlal's buddy in Keerthichakra|publisher=}}</ref>
| ''[[Keerthi Chakra (film)|Keerthi Chakra]]'' || Havildar Jaikumar || Major Ravi ||[[Malayalam]] film||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://specials.rediff.com/movies/2006/jul/06sli1.htm|title=rediff.com: Meet Jeeva, Mohanlal's buddy in Keerthichakra|publisher=}}</ref>
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| ''[[E (2006 film)|E]]'' || Easwaran (E) || [[S. P. Jananathan]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rediff.com/movies/2006/oct/23e.htm|title=Watch E for Jeeva|publisher=}}</ref>
| ''[[E (2006 film)|E]]'' || Easwaran (E) || [[S. P. Jananathan]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rediff.com/movies/2006/oct/23e.htm|title=Watch E for Jeeva|publisher=}}</ref>
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| rowspan="3" | 2007
| ''[[Pori (film)|Pori]]'' || rowspan="3"| 2007 || Hari || [[Subramaniam Siva]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-fridayreview/on-a-commercial-spree-pori/article2271418.ece|title=On a commercial spree -- Pori|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
| ''[[Pori (film)|Pori]]'' || Hari || [[Subramaniam Siva]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-fridayreview/on-a-commercial-spree-pori/article2271418.ece|title=On a commercial spree -- Pori|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
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| ''[[Kattradhu Thamizh]]''|| Prabhakar || [[Ram (director)|Ram]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-cinemaplus/call-this-different/article3023875.ece|title=Call this different?|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
| ''[[Kattradhu Thamizh]]''|| Prabhakar || [[Ram (director)|Ram]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-cinemaplus/call-this-different/article3023875.ece|title=Call this different?|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
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| ''[[Rameswaram (film)|Rameswaram]]'' || Jeevan || S. Selvam || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-articles/movies-07/rameswaram-review.html|title=Rameswaram Movie Review|publisher=.behindwoods.com}}</ref>
| ''[[Rameswaram (film)|Rameswaram]]'' || Jeevan || S. Selvam || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-articles/movies-07/rameswaram-review.html|title=Rameswaram Movie Review|publisher=.behindwoods.com}}</ref>
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| 2008
| ''[[Thenavattu]]'' || 2008 || Kottaisami || V. V. Kathir || || <ref>{{cite web|url=http://behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-reviews/reviews-2/thenavattu-review.html|title=Thenavattu Review - Behindwoods.com - Actor Jeeva Actress Poonam Bajwa Direction V V Kathir Production ELK Productions Antony Music Srikanth Deva images tamil picture gallery images|publisher=}}</ref>
| ''[[Thenavattu]]'' || Kottaisami || V. V. Kathir || || <ref>{{cite web|url=http://behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-reviews/reviews-2/thenavattu-review.html|title=Thenavattu Review - Behindwoods.com - Actor Jeeva Actress Poonam Bajwa Direction V V Kathir Production ELK Productions Antony Music Srikanth Deva images tamil picture gallery images|publisher=}}</ref>
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| 2009
| ''[[Siva Manasula Sakthi]]'' || 2009 || Siva || [[M. Rajesh|Rajesh]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-cinemaplus/amusing-and-tepid-too-siva-manasula-sakti/article3021160.ece|title=Amusing… and tepid too -- Siva Manasula Sakti|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
| ''[[Siva Manasula Sakthi]]'' || Siva || [[M. Rajesh|Rajesh]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-cinemaplus/amusing-and-tepid-too-siva-manasula-sakti/article3021160.ece|title=Amusing… and tepid too -- Siva Manasula Sakti|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
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| rowspan="2" | 2010
| ''[[Kacheri Arambam]]'' || rowspan="2"| 2010 || Paari || Thiraivannan || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-fridayreview/commercial-cocktail-kacheri-aarambam/article789539.ece|title=Commercial cocktail -- Kacheri Aarambam|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
| ''[[Kacheri Arambam]]'' || Paari || Thiraivannan || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-fridayreview/commercial-cocktail-kacheri-aarambam/article789539.ece|title=Commercial cocktail -- Kacheri Aarambam|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
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| ''[[Boss Engira Bhaskaran]]'' || Shiva || Rajesh || Cameo appearance ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-cinemaplus/jiiva-all-the-way/article614394.ece|title=Jiiva all the way|author=nikhil raghavan|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
| ''[[Boss Engira Bhaskaran]]'' || Shiva || Rajesh || Cameo appearance ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-cinemaplus/jiiva-all-the-way/article614394.ece|title=Jiiva all the way|author=nikhil raghavan|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
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| rowspan="4" | 2011
| ''[[Singam Puli]]'' || rowspan="4"| 2011 || Ashok Kumar, Shiva || Sai Ramani || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rediff.com/movies/report/south-review-singam-puli/20110304.htm|title=Review: Singam Puli works, most of the time|date=4 March 2011|work=Rediff}}</ref>
| ''[[Singam Puli]]'' || Ashok Kumar, Shiva || Sai Ramani || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rediff.com/movies/report/south-review-singam-puli/20110304.htm|title=Review: Singam Puli works, most of the time|date=4 March 2011|work=Rediff}}</ref>
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| ''[[Ko (film)|Ko]]'' || Ashwin Kumar || [[K. V. Anand]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-nxg/almost-picture-perfect/article1775048.ece|title=Almost picture perfect|author=RAGHAVAN S., 21 years, Unix System administrator, Logica PVT Ltd.|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
| ''[[Ko (film)|Ko]]'' || Ashwin Kumar || [[K. V. Anand]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-nxg/almost-picture-perfect/article1775048.ece|title=Almost picture perfect|author=RAGHAVAN S., 21 years, Unix System administrator, Logica PVT Ltd.|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
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| ''[[Vandhaan Vendraan]]'' || Arjun || [[R. Kannan]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-nxg/he-conquers/article2474526.ece|title=He conquers…|author1=SUPRIYA KALIDOSS |work=The Hindu}}</ref>
| ''[[Vandhaan Vendraan]]'' || Arjun || [[R. Kannan]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-nxg/he-conquers/article2474526.ece|title=He conquers…|author1=SUPRIYA KALIDOSS |work=The Hindu}}</ref>
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| ''[[Nanban (2012 film)|Nanban]]'' || rowspan="4"| 2012|| Sevarkodi Senthil || [[S. Shankar|Shankar]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/features/cinema/nanban-celebrating-friendship/article2801179.ece|title=Nanban: Celebrating friendship|author=MALATHI RANGARAJAN|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
| ''[[Nanban (2012 film)|Nanban]]'' || Sevarkodi Senthil || [[S. Shankar|Shankar]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/features/cinema/nanban-celebrating-friendship/article2801179.ece|title=Nanban: Celebrating friendship|author=MALATHI RANGARAJAN|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
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| ''[[Mugamoodi]]'' || Anand (Bruce Lee) || [[Mysskin]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/features/cinema/mugamoodi-unmasked/article3848361.ece|title=Mugamoodi: Unmasked!|author=Malathi Rangarajan|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
| ''[[Mugamoodi]]'' || Anand (Bruce Lee) || [[Mysskin]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/features/cinema/mugamoodi-unmasked/article3848361.ece|title=Mugamoodi: Unmasked!|author=Malathi Rangarajan|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
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| ''[[Yeto Vellipoyindhi Manasu]]'' || Train Passenger || Gautham Menon || Special appearance ([[Telugu cinema|Telugu]] film) ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/dec-12-02/neethane-en-ponvasantham-gautham-menon-14-12-12.html|title='do Not Watch Nep With Too Much Expectations', Says Gautham - Neethane En Ponvasantham - Gautham Menon - Jiiva - Ilayaraja - Nani - Samantha - Tamil Movie News - Behindwoods.com|publisher=}}</ref>
| ''[[Yeto Vellipoyindhi Manasu]]'' || Train Passenger || Gautham Menon || Special appearance ([[Telugu cinema|Telugu]] film) ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-news-1/dec-12-02/neethane-en-ponvasantham-gautham-menon-14-12-12.html|title='do Not Watch Nep With Too Much Expectations', Says Gautham - Neethane En Ponvasantham - Gautham Menon - Jiiva - Ilayaraja - Nani - Samantha - Tamil Movie News - Behindwoods.com|publisher=}}</ref>
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| ''[[David (2013 Tamil film)|David]]'' || rowspan="2"| 2013 || David || [[Bejoy Nambiar]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/features/cinema/david-when-the-twain-meet/article4372294.ece|title=David: When the twain meet|author=Subha j rao|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
| ''[[David (2013 Tamil film)|David]]'' || David || [[Bejoy Nambiar]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/features/cinema/david-when-the-twain-meet/article4372294.ece|title=David: When the twain meet|author=Subha j rao|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
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| ''[[Endrendrum Punnagai]]'' || Goutham Sridhar || [[I. Ahmed|Ahmed]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/features/cinema/cinema-reviews/endrendrum-punnagai-needed-more-smiles-less-drama/article5486870.ece|title=Endrendrum Punnagai: Needed more smiles, less drama|author=Sudhish Kamath|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
| ''[[Endrendrum Punnagai]]'' || Goutham Sridhar || [[I. Ahmed|Ahmed]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/features/cinema/cinema-reviews/endrendrum-punnagai-needed-more-smiles-less-drama/article5486870.ece|title=Endrendrum Punnagai: Needed more smiles, less drama|author=Sudhish Kamath|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
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| ''[[Jilla]]'' || rowspan="2"| 2014 || Himself || [[R. T. Neason]] || Special appearance in "Paatu Onnu" Song ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/101229.html|title=Jiivas cameo in Jilla|publisher=}}</ref>
| ''[[Jilla]]'' || Himself || [[R. T. Neason]] || Special appearance in "Paatu Onnu" Song ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/101229.html|title=Jiivas cameo in Jilla|publisher=}}</ref>
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| ''[[Yaan (film)|Yaan]]'' || Chandrasekhar || [[Ravi K. Chandran]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/features/metroplus/yearning-for-yaan/article6445689.ece|title=Yearning for Yaan|author=Srinivasa Ramanujam|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
| ''[[Yaan (film)|Yaan]]'' || Chandrasekhar || [[Ravi K. Chandran]] || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/features/metroplus/yearning-for-yaan/article6445689.ece|title=Yearning for Yaan|author=Srinivasa Ramanujam|work=The Hindu}}</ref>
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| ''[[Size Zero (film)|Inji Iduppazhagi]]'' || rowspan="2"| 2015 || rowspan="2"| Himself || rowspan="2"| [[Prakash Kovelamudi]] || rowspan="2"| Cameo appearance <br /> Tamil/Telugu film || rowspan="2" |<ref name="indiatimes.com">{{cite web|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/Jiiva-does-a-cameo-in-Inji-Iduppazhagi/articleshow/49581882.cms|title=Jiiva does a cameo in Inji Iduppazhagi|work=The Times of India}}</ref>
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| ''[[Size Zero (film)|Inji Iduppazhagi]]'' || rowspan="2" | Himself || rowspan="2" | [[Prakash Kovelamudi]] || rowspan="2" | Cameo appearance <br /> Tamil/Telugu film || rowspan="2" |<ref name="indiatimes.com">{{cite web|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/Jiiva-does-a-cameo-in-Inji-Iduppazhagi/articleshow/49581882.cms|title=Jiiva does a cameo in Inji Iduppazhagi|work=The Times of India}}</ref>
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| ''[[Pokkiri Raja (2016 film)|Pokkiri Raja]]'' || rowspan="4"| 2016 || Sanjeevi || Ramprakash Rayappa || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movies-cinema-news-15/jiiva-hansika-starrer-pokkiri-raja-nears-the-finish-line.html|title=Jiiva Hansika starrer Pokkiri Raja nears the finish line|author=Kaushik L M|work=Behindwoods}}</ref>
| ''[[Pokkiri Raja (2016 film)|Pokkiri Raja]]'' || Sanjeevi || Ramprakash Rayappa || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movies-cinema-news-15/jiiva-hansika-starrer-pokkiri-raja-nears-the-finish-line.html|title=Jiiva Hansika starrer Pokkiri Raja nears the finish line|author=Kaushik L M|work=Behindwoods}}</ref>
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| ''[[Thirunaal]]'' || Blade Ganesh || Ramnath || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indiaglitz.com/jiiva-nayanthara-thirunaal-movie-to-be-released-on-january-14-2016-pongal-day-tamil-news-145422.html|title=Jiiva Nayanthara Thirunaal movie to be released on January 14 2016 pongal day - Tamil Movie News|publisher=}}</ref>
| ''[[Thirunaal]]'' || Blade Ganesh || Ramnath || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indiaglitz.com/jiiva-nayanthara-thirunaal-movie-to-be-released-on-january-14-2016-pongal-day-tamil-news-145422.html|title=Jiiva Nayanthara Thirunaal movie to be released on January 14 2016 pongal day - Tamil Movie News|publisher=}}</ref>
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| ''[[Kavalai Vendam]]'' || Aravind Baskar || Deekay || ||<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movies-cinema-news-15/jiiva-and-team-kavalai-vendam-cracks-a-fun-filled-photo-shoot-for-the-film.html|title=Jiiva and team Kavalai Vendam crank a fun-filled photo shoot for the film|author=Avinash Pandian|work=Behindwoods}}</ref>
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This article is about the Tamil film actor. For other uses, see Jeeva (disambiguation).

Jiiva
Born
Amar B Choudary

(1984-01-04) 4 January 1984 (age 40)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
NationalityIndian
Occupation(s)Film actor, producer
Years active1990, 1997, 2003–present
SpouseSupriya (2007–present)
Children1
Parent(s)R. B. Choudary
Mahjabeen
RelativesJithan Ramesh (Brother)

Jiiva, (referred earlier as Jeeva, born Amar B Choudary on January 4, 1984), is an Indian Film Actor, Producer, and Philanthropist.

Jiiva began his career as a Child artist in the year 1991. Though he made his official debut in 2003 with Aasai Aasaiyai, he rose to prominence on his 3rd film Raam. The movie was critically acclaimed with praise for his performance and was screened at Goa International Film Festival and Cyprus International Film Festival where he won the Best Actor Award. Till date, he has acted in around 25 plus films, several of them earning him with recognition for portraying diverse roles including a slum dweller in E (2006), a Sociopath in Katradhu Tamizh (2007), a photojournalist in Ko (2011), a god -fearing Engineering student in Nanban (2012), a martial artist in Mugamoodi (2012).

Currently, the actor is busy wrapping up shoot for upcoming Tamil heist comedy ‘Gorilla’.

Early Life, Family & Background

Jiiva was born on 4 January 1984 in Chennai to R. B. Choudary, renowned film producer, and Mahjabeen. He is the youngest of four brothers; Suresh Choudary (Co – Producer in their home banner – Super Good Films), Second brother Jeevan Choudary (Entrepreneur of Steel Company), Jithan Ramesh Choudary (Film Actor, producer). His father, R B Choudary, is a noted independent south Indian film producer (Super Good Films) who has been a launchpad for now-famous directors and actors.

As a Child actor, Jiiva first appeared on screen in minor roles in Perum Pulli (1991) and Cheran Pandiyan (1991), under his father’s production.

Jiiva married his childhood friend Supriya, in a traditional Hindu wedding ceremony on 21 November 2007 in New Delhi. The two first met in 1994 while studying in a School in T Nagar. They have a son Sparsh.

Ever since his childhood, the actor has been an ardent follower of Cricket and Martial art. Prior making his debut into films, Jiiva underwent training and learnt Gymnastics and Mansuria Kung-Fu for close to 5 years.

Career

2003 - 2009: Debut and Journey ahead

Jiiva made his debut under his father’s 50th production - Super Good Films Banner, Aasai Aasaiyai directed by Ravi Mariya in the year 2003. The film performed average at box office, however critics felt that Jiiva left an impression at various juncture.

His 2nd film Thithikuthe (a Tamil remake of Uday Kiran's Telugu movie Manasanta Nuvve) was also produced under his home production banner, Super Good Films. The film opened to mixed reviews but the actor gained appreciation for his good looks and expressive emotions. It was his 3rd movie, Ameer’s Crime Thriller, Raam (2005) that stated as a ‘dream break’ for his calling in the film industry. Racy screenplay and his role of the eccentric 17-year-old gained positive feedback from audience and critics. The movie was screened at the International Film Festival in Goa and later at the Cyprus International Film Festival, where he also won the Best Actor award.

Jiiva next starred in Dishyum (2006), opposite Sandhya of Kadhal fame. ‘A feel-good movie for youngsters’ reviewed Indiaglitz. “Jeeva continues from this point and has matured as an actor. His acting is impeccable and natural; his emoting, expressions, emotions expressed by looks, body-language – all are perfect,” remarked Galatta.com

The same year, he made his debut as a NSG Commando in Malayalam cinema with Major Ravi's film Keerthi Chakra (2006) starring Mohanlal. The movie had a great opening and was one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films of the year. Jiiva also won the Best Pair Award along with Gopika at Asianet Film Awards. “Jeeva the Tamil actor has a more heroic role which he has done with felicity. The physical energy he imparts to the role has to be seen to be believed,” quoted Sify. Later, the movie was also dubbed and released in Tamil as Aran. His last movie in 2006 was E, where he portrayed the role of a slum dweller, opposite Nayantara.

The year 2007 saw the release of Katradhu Tamizh, that turned out to be a sleeper hit. His role as Prabhakar, a lower middle-class Post Graduate in Tamil Literature, who gradually turns out to be a sociopath, frustrated by the inequality in the society, was praised highly by Critics and widely termed as one of his best till date. According to a Rediff.com review, “Prabhakar, Jeeva leads you through dimensions that are frankly amazing, endearing as the young, vulnerable Prabha, [...] perfect as the ganja-smoking near-lunatic [...] and freaking brilliant as the frustrated Tamil graduate". Behindwoods review labelled it as ‘a performance of his lifetime’. Jiiva also stated that after completing the shoot, had to undergo therapy to "come out of the character" as it was ‘too emotional’.

Jiiva had two more releases after that, Rameswaram in 2007 and Thenavattu in 2008. Both movies performed averagely at the box office.

2010 – 2014: Success and break through

Among his 2000’s releases, Jiiva garnered the most appreciation for portraying various roles that were successful critically and commercially. He appeared in Director Rajesh’s maiden venture, a romantic comedy film, Siva Manasula Sakthi (2009), which is still hailed as one of the best rom-com movie of all time. In 2010, he signed up with Super Good Films for a movie titled Kacheri Arambam, that was commended to be an out and out commercial entertainer with lots of action and comedy.

His next was Singam Puli (2011), where he played dual roles, following which K. V. Anand's political thriller Ko (2011) released. Rediff stated that his role as Ashwin in Ko was a “cake-walk for Jiiva: he's had a ball with the camera, clicking shots in almost impossible situations and making sure his trademark effervescence is present at all times", while Sify said that “..with this performance he was going to be a force to reckon with in Tamil cinema”.

His next film, Rowthiram (2011), directed by Gokul, and Vandhaan Vendraan (2011) by R Kannan released in quick succession. The Hindu review quoted, “……Jiiva, who does a decent job in both. In fact, in Rowthiram, his agility in action sequences is very impressive.”

In 2012, he appeared in S. Shankar's comedy-drama Nanban (remake of Bollywood blockbuster 3 Idiots). Jiiva reprised the role of Sharman Joshi in the Tamil version as Sevarkodi Senthil and starred alongside Vijay, and Srikanth. At the cost of 550 million (INR), it was one of the most expensive film to be made at that point of time and was released on Pongal in 925 screens worldwide. The movie received highly positive reviews and became a blockbuster. Malathi Rangarajan of The Hindu quoted, “…As for Jiiva, you give him characters with scope and he delivers”.

His next project was Mysskin's Mugamoodi (2012), also happens to be the first ever Tamil superhero movie. Reports claimed that Jiiva underwent a special training at Mansuria Kung Fu YMCA, Nandanam, Chennai, same place where Jiiva already underwent a training in Kung-Fu for over few years before venturing into movies. High-end gadgets were used in the film, designed by the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT), while teams from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) were roped in to create the costumes and looks of the characters. It is said that Jiiva’s super hero costume, designed by Gabriella Wilkins, weighed more than 10 kg. The movie opened to mixed reviews, few cited it as ‘different and refreshing’. However, from the first look and post the release, the movie got a lot of attention among kids and children. Jiiva received appreciation from critics for his role as Lee. “The titular role fits Jiiva well, very much like the armour he dons. But your heart goes out to him — performing stunts in a costume that looks unbearably heavy, with a face-mask to boot must have been quite a task” commented The Hindu review. Firspost.com claimed Jiiva’s role as a ‘rewarding performance’. Jiiva has obviously given his best, and his martial arts sequences are worthy of applause, quoted Rediff.com

Jiiva’s next venture was Gautham Menon's Neethaane En Ponvasantham (2012), starring opposite Samanatha, which had an average run at the box office. Critics and audience felt that the actor bought in immense dignity to the screen as Varun Krishnan. Post this, he worked on Bejoy Nambiar's David (2013) alongside Vikram, that garnered positive reviews. His next movie was Endrendrum Punnagai, where he paired with Trisha for the first time.

Following this film, Jiiva experienced a setback in his career. In 2014, he worked in cinematographer Ravi K. Chandran's directorial debut Yaan, which was a box office failure.

2015 – Present: Challenges and Come back

Jiiva took a break for a year in 2015 and returned with three releases in 2016. He first starred in his 25th film Pokkiri Raja that opened to mixed to negative reviews. His next film was the long delayed Thirunaal in which he united again with Nayantara for the second time. He was next seen in an romantic comedy, Kavalai Vendam (2016), directed by Deekay, where he paired opposite Kajal Agarwal . The movie gained mixed reviews. ‘Jiiva seems like the perfect choice for the role, being effortlessly flippant, funny and intensely emotional’ quoted Rediff.com in a review.

It was his 2017 release, Sangili Bungili Kadhava Thorae, a horror comedy by debut director Ike, that received a huge success and performed well at the box office. His next movie was kalakalappu 2, directed by Sundar C, that released in February 2018. Jiiva was seen alongside Shiva, Jai, Nikki Galrani and Catherine Teresa. A full and full comedy entertainer, the movie was well received by audience.

Jiiva’s next is Kee, a cyber thriller, which is all set to release soon in the summer of 2018. He is currently shooting for his upcoming film Gorilla, directed by Don Sandy with a live Chimpanzee.

Till date, Jiiva has also made several guest / cameo appearances in films such as Boss Engira Bhaskaran (2010), Yeto Vellipoyindhi Manasu (Telugu version of Neethane En Ponnvasantham), Jilla to name a few.

Other Work

Jiiva was a judge on STAR Vijay's reality dance competition Jodi Number One in its third season along with Sangeetha and Aishwarya Rajinikanth.

Filmography

Key
† Denotes films that have not yet been released
Year Film Role Director Notes Ref
2003 Aasai Aasaiyai Vinod Ravi Mariya [1]
Thithikudhe Chinnu (Venu) Brinda Sarathy [2]
2005 Raam Rama Krishna Ameer [3]
2006 Dishyum Bhaskar Sasi [4]
Keerthi Chakra Havildar Jaikumar Major Ravi Malayalam film [5]
E Easwaran (E) S. P. Jananathan [6]
2007 Pori Hari Subramaniam Siva [7]
Kattradhu Thamizh Prabhakar Ram [8]
Rameswaram Jeevan S. Selvam [9]
2008 Thenavattu Kottaisami V. V. Kathir [10]
2009 Siva Manasula Sakthi Siva Rajesh [11]
2010 Kacheri Arambam Paari Thiraivannan [12]
Boss Engira Bhaskaran Shiva Rajesh Cameo appearance [13]
2011 Singam Puli Ashok Kumar, Shiva Sai Ramani [14]
Ko Ashwin Kumar K. V. Anand [15]
Rowthiram Siva Gokul [16]
Vandhaan Vendraan Arjun R. Kannan [17]
2012 Nanban Sevarkodi Senthil Shankar [18]
Mugamoodi Anand (Bruce Lee) Mysskin [19]
Neethaane En Ponvasantham Varun Krishnan Gautham Menon Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actor [20]
Yeto Vellipoyindhi Manasu Train Passenger Gautham Menon Special appearance (Telugu film) [21]
2013 David David Bejoy Nambiar [22]
Endrendrum Punnagai Goutham Sridhar Ahmed [23]
2014 Jilla Himself R. T. Neason Special appearance in "Paatu Onnu" Song [24]
Yaan Chandrasekhar Ravi K. Chandran [25]
Bhoo Shri Kishore
2015 Inji Iduppazhagi Himself Prakash Kovelamudi Cameo appearance
Tamil/Telugu film		 [26]
Size Zero
2016 Pokkiri Raja Sanjeevi Ramprakash Rayappa [27]
Thirunaal Blade Ganesh Ramnath [28]
Kadavul Irukaan Kumaru Karthik Kumar Rajesh Cameo appearance [29]
Kavalai Vendam Aravind Baskar Deekay [30]
2017 Sangili Bungili Kadhava Thorae Vasu Ike Radha [31]
Munna Micheal Shabir khan
2018 Kalakalappu 2 Srinivas Sundar C
Kee † Kaleesh
Gorilla † Don Sandy Filming
Gypsy Raju Murugan
Nee Nalla Varuvada Chandra Mohan

References

  1. ^ "The Hindu : Aasai Aasaiyai..."
  2. ^ "The Hindu : A triangular love tale".
  3. ^ "The Hindu : Waiting for a win".
  4. ^ "With accent on a brave breed". The Hindu.
  5. ^ "rediff.com: Meet Jeeva, Mohanlal's buddy in Keerthichakra".
  6. ^ "Watch E for Jeeva".
  7. ^ "On a commercial spree -- Pori". The Hindu.
  8. ^ "Call this different?". The Hindu.
  9. ^ "Rameswaram Movie Review". .behindwoods.com.
  10. ^ "Thenavattu Review - Behindwoods.com - Actor Jeeva Actress Poonam Bajwa Direction V V Kathir Production ELK Productions Antony Music Srikanth Deva images tamil picture gallery images".
  11. ^ "Amusing… and tepid too -- Siva Manasula Sakti". The Hindu.
  12. ^ "Commercial cocktail -- Kacheri Aarambam". The Hindu.
  13. ^ nikhil raghavan. "Jiiva all the way". The Hindu.
  14. ^ "Review: Singam Puli works, most of the time". Rediff. 4 March 2011.
  15. ^ RAGHAVAN S., 21 years, Unix System administrator, Logica PVT Ltd. "Almost picture perfect". The Hindu.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  16. ^ Malathi Rangarajan. "Rowthiram - Action saga, but…". The Hindu.
  17. ^ SUPRIYA KALIDOSS. "He conquers…". The Hindu.
  18. ^ MALATHI RANGARAJAN. "Nanban: Celebrating friendship". The Hindu.
  19. ^ Malathi Rangarajan. "Mugamoodi: Unmasked!". The Hindu.
  20. ^ Karthik Subramanian. "Neethaane En Ponvasantham: An ode to Ilaiyaraaja". The Hindu.
  21. ^ "'do Not Watch Nep With Too Much Expectations', Says Gautham - Neethane En Ponvasantham - Gautham Menon - Jiiva - Ilayaraja - Nani - Samantha - Tamil Movie News - Behindwoods.com".
  22. ^ Subha j rao. "David: When the twain meet". The Hindu.
  23. ^ Sudhish Kamath. "Endrendrum Punnagai: Needed more smiles, less drama". The Hindu.
  24. ^ "Jiivas cameo in Jilla".
  25. ^ Srinivasa Ramanujam. "Yearning for Yaan". The Hindu.
  26. ^ "Jiiva does a cameo in Inji Iduppazhagi". The Times of India.
  27. ^ Kaushik L M. "Jiiva Hansika starrer Pokkiri Raja nears the finish line". Behindwoods.
  28. ^ "Jiiva Nayanthara Thirunaal movie to be released on January 14 2016 pongal day - Tamil Movie News".
  29. ^ "Jiiva's cameo in Rajesh's film - Times of India".
  30. ^ Avinash Pandian. "Jiiva and team Kavalai Vendam crank a fun-filled photo shoot for the film". Behindwoods.
  31. ^ "Kamal Haasan's assistant, Ike to direct Jiiva!". Sify.com. Retrieved 14 May 2016.
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