Karunakaran

Born

September 21, 1981, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Age

45 years old

Zodiac

Virgo

Total works

103 movies, 2 TV shows

Latest work

Meesaya Murukku 2 (2026)

Genres

Comedy,Drama,Romance

Karunakaran is a Tamil film actor who made his breakthrough in Soodhu Kavvum (2013) portraying Arumai Pragasam. He began his career as a chemical engineer after graduating from SASTRA University and later worked as an IT professional at Accenture. His transition to acting was facilitated by his friend, director Nalan Kumarasamy, who cast him in a short film for Naalaya Iyakkunar. Following his debut, Karunakaran appeared in notable films such as Jigarthanda (2014), Iraivi (2016), and Vivegam (2017). His performance in Yaamirukka Bayamey received critical acclaim. He appeared in Maanaadu (2021) and Teddy (2021).