Anirudh Ravichander is an Indian music composer, playback singer and music producer known for his energetic compositions, memorable songs and powerful background scores. He became widely recognised after the success of Why This Kolaveri Di from the 2012 Tamil film 3. Since then, he has composed music for several successful Tamil, Telugu and Hindi films.
Early Life and Family
Anirudh Ravichander was born on October 16, 1990, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. His father, Ravi Raghavendra, is an actor, while his mother is Lakshmi Ravichander. He belongs to a family with connections to the Indian entertainment industry.
Anirudh is related to superstar Rajinikanth, who is his maternal uncle. Aishwarya Rajinikanth and Soundarya Rajinikanth are his cousins. His family background and early exposure to the entertainment industry contributed to his interest in music and performing arts.
Education and Musical Training
Anirudh studied at Loyola College in Chennai and completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree. Alongside his academic education, he developed his musical skills and received piano certification from Trinity College London.
His interest in music and training helped him pursue a professional career in film composition, playback singing and music production.
Music Career and Breakthrough
Anirudh made his film music debut with the 2012 Tamil movie 3, starring Dhanush and Shruti Haasan. The film's song Why This Kolaveri Di became a viral sensation and brought him widespread recognition.
The song's unusual lyrics, catchy tune and distinctive arrangement helped it reach audiences across India and internationally. Its success established Anirudh as a promising young music composer.
He subsequently composed music for films including Velaiilla Pattadhari (VIP), Kaththi, Petta and Master. His soundtracks for Vikram, Jailer and Leo further strengthened his position in Tamil cinema.
Bollywood and Telugu Cinema
Anirudh expanded his career into Hindi cinema with Shah Rukh Khan's 2023 film Jawan, directed by Atlee. The film marked his Bollywood debut as a music composer.
He has also worked in Telugu cinema, including the film Devara. His work across multiple film industries has introduced his music to a wider Indian audience.
Live Concerts and Performances
Apart from film music, Anirudh is known for his energetic live performances and international concerts. His concert tours, including Once Upon A Time and Hukum, have attracted audiences in different locations.
His stage performances feature popular film songs and music from his successful soundtracks.
Wife and Personal Life
Anirudh Ravichander married Kavya Maran in Greece on November 11, 2026. Kavya Maran is the daughter of Sun Group chairman Kalanithi Maran and the CEO of Indian Premier League team Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Anirudh shared wedding photographs on Instagram with the caption, "My once in a lifetime, for a lifetime 11.11". Superstar Rajinikanth and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin were among the reported guests at the wedding.
A grand reception in Chennai is planned for November 21, 2026.
Net Worth and Business Interests
Anirudh Ravichander's estimated net worth is around ₹50 crore. His income sources include film music composition, playback singing, music production and live concerts.
His reported film fees range from ₹8 crore to ₹15 crore per project. A fee of approximately ₹25 crore has also been reported for AA23. These financial figures are estimates.
His business interests include VS Mani & Co., Loca Loka and Albuquerque Records.
Upcoming Movies and Projects
Anirudh's upcoming projects mentioned in industry reports include King, AA23, Dharman and recently released Jailer 2. Other anticipated collaborations include a Kamal Haasan–Rajinikanth reunion and an NTR–Trivikram project.
With his work across Tamil, Telugu and Hindi cinema, Anirudh continues to be an important name in Indian film music.