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'''T. Suriavelan''' (born '''25 June 1992''') is a Singaporean filmmaker, television director, actor, screenwriter, lyricist, composer, and producer. He primarily works in Tamil-language films, television productions, music videos, and digital entertainment. Throughout his career, he has frequently undertaken multiple creative responsibilities within a single production, including directing, writing, producing, acting, composing, and lyric writing.
'''T. Suriavelan''' (born 25 June 1992) is a Singaporean filmmaker, television director, actor, screenwriter, lyricist, composer, producer, and entrepreneur. He is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of '''360 Entertainment Productions''', a Singapore-based production company involved in feature films, television dramas, music videos, commercial productions, and digital entertainment.


He is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of '''360 Entertainment Productions''', a Singapore-based media production company involved in feature films, television programmes, music videos, advertising productions, and digital entertainment.
Suriavelan is recognized for working across multiple creative disciplines within a single production, often serving as director, writer, producer, actor, lyricist, composer, and singer. He is known for projects including ''Must Date the Playboy'', ''Naam'', ''Naam 2'', ''Avathaaram'', and the feature film ''Joe: The Black Assassin''.


== Early life and education ==
== Early life and education ==


T. Suriavelan was born on 25 June 1992 in Singapore to Tamil parents. Growing up in a culturally rooted environment, he developed an early interest in cinema, storytelling, and the performing arts.
T. Suriavelan was born on 25 June 1992 in Singapore to Tamil parents. From an early age, he developed an interest in storytelling, cinema, music, and the performing arts, which later shaped his career in the entertainment industry.


He completed a Diploma in Biomedical Engineering from Nanyang Polytechnic, Singapore. Although his academic training was in engineering, he later pursued a full-time career in the entertainment industry by combining his technical knowledge with his passion for filmmaking.
He completed a Diploma in Biomedical Engineering from '''Nanyang Polytechnic'''. Although academically trained in engineering, he chose to pursue filmmaking professionally, combining technical knowledge with creative storytelling and media production.


== Career ==
== Career ==


=== Television ===
Suriavelan began his entertainment career as an actor before gradually expanding into directing, screenwriting, producing, lyric writing, composing, and television production.


In 2026, Suriavelan wrote and directed ''Must Date the Playboy'', a coming-of-age romantic drama series for Mediacorp Vasantham. Adapted from the Philippine novel of the same title by Imma Delos Santos, the 28-episode series featured two original songs, ''Oru Murai'' and ''Thalli Pogura'', both written and composed by Suriavelan.
His acting appearances include ''Neeya'' (2015), ''Vetri'' Season 3 (2016), ''Kalaba Kadhala'' (2018), ''Yaar?'' Season 2 (2018), and ''Bommalattam'' (2019). These early performances helped establish his presence in Singapore's Tamil television industry.


Earlier, he directed, wrote, produced, and acted in ''Naam 2'' (2022), following the success of ''Naam'' (2020), where he similarly managed multiple creative roles. During the same period, he also created the six-episode romantic comedy ''Mitara'' (2020), produced under Singapore's Stories4SG initiative.
He made his feature film directorial debut with '''Joe: The Black Assassin''' in 2017. Besides directing the film, he also served as writer, producer, actor, and lyricist. The film achieved a sold-out screening at a 1,000-seat theatre and completed successful theatrical runs in both Singapore and Malaysia, making it one of the notable independent Tamil productions from Singapore.


His television breakthrough came with ''Avathaaram'' (2019), following the successful development of ''Avathaaram (Pilot)'' through Mediacorp Vasantham's ''Muthal Paarvai'' initiative. The series earned nominations in nine categories at Pradhana Vizha 2021, including Best Drama and Best Director, while Suriavelan was also nominated for Most Popular Male Personality.
In 2019, Suriavelan directed and produced '''Avathaaram''', following the successful development of '''Avathaaram (Pilot)''' through Mediacorp Vasantham's ''Muthal Paarvai'' initiative. The drama later received nominations in nine categories at the Pradhana Vizha Awards, including Best Drama and Best Director, while Suriavelan was also nominated for Most Popular Male Personality.


Before becoming a director, he appeared as an actor in ''Bommalattam'' (2019), ''Yaar?'' (Season 2) (2018), ''Kalaba Kadhala'' (2018), ''Vetri'' (Season 3) (2016), and ''Neeya'' (2015).
He further expanded his television portfolio with '''Naam''' (2020), where he directed, wrote, produced, acted, and contributed as lyricist. The success of the series led to '''Naam 2''' in 2022, in which he again handled multiple creative responsibilities. During the same year, he also created the six-episode romantic comedy '''Mitara''' under Singapore's Stories4SG initiative.


=== Film career ===
In 2026, Suriavelan wrote and directed '''Must Date the Playboy''', a 28-episode romantic drama series for Mediacorp Vasantham. Adapted from the Philippine novel by Imma Delos Santos, the series introduced original songs including ''Oru Murai'' and ''Thalli Pogura'', both written and composed by Suriavelan.


Suriavelan made his feature film directorial debut with ''Joe: The Black Assassin'' (2017). Besides directing, he also wrote, produced, acted in, and contributed lyrics for the film.
== Music career ==


The film became one of Singapore's notable Tamil independent productions after achieving a sold-out screening at a 1,000-seat theatre and completing theatrical runs of 21 days in Singapore and 14 days in Malaysia. Among its soundtrack, ''Saaral Mazhaiyaa'', written by Suriavelan, received recognition for its lyrical composition.
Alongside filmmaking, Suriavelan has built a career as a lyricist, composer, singer, and music video director.


=== Music career ===
His musical works span television dramas, feature films, and standalone singles. His notable compositions and lyrical contributions include ''Oru Murai'', ''Thalli Pogura'', ''Kannoram'', ''Adi Penne (Reprise)'', ''Adi Penne (Duet)'', ''Adi Penne (Dad's Love)'', ''En Anbe'', ''Alli Pookal'', ''One Love One Life'', ''Enakku Mattum'', ''Vilagathey'', ''Uyarai Kettal'', ''Sagiyae'', ''Kannu Rendum'', ''Saaral Mazhaiyaa'', and ''Usuraiya Tholaichaen''.


Suriavelan has also built a career as a lyricist, composer, singer, and music video director.
His work often combines cinematic storytelling with original music, making songs an integral part of his productions.


His latest releases include ''Oru Murai'' and ''Thalli Pogura'' from ''Must Date the Playboy'' (2026), for which he served as composer, lyricist, singer, and director.
== 360 Entertainment Productions ==


His contributions to the ''Naam'' series include ''Kannoram'', ''Adi Penne (Reprise)'', ''Adi Penne (Duet)'', ''Adi Penne (Dad's Love)'', ''En Anbe'', ''Alli Pookal'', ''One Love One Life'', and ''Enakku Mattum''.
'''360 Entertainment Productions''' is a Singapore-based media production company founded by T. Suriavelan. The company produces feature films, television dramas, music videos, advertising campaigns, digital content, and commercial productions.


Earlier releases include ''Vilagathey'', ''Uyarai Kettal'', ''Sagiyae'', ''Kannu Rendum'', ''Saaral Mazhaiyaa'', and ''Usuraiya Tholaichaen''.
Under his leadership, the company has developed projects for television broadcasters, digital platforms, and independent film releases while promoting Tamil-language entertainment for audiences across Singapore, Malaysia, India, and the global Tamil diaspora.


== Artistic style ==
== Artistic style ==


Suriavelan is known for combining narrative storytelling with music-driven productions while frequently handling multiple creative responsibilities within a single project. His works primarily target Tamil-speaking audiences in Singapore while also reaching viewers across Malaysia, India, and the global Tamil diaspora.
Suriavelan is known for his multi-disciplinary approach to filmmaking, frequently undertaking several creative responsibilities within the same production. His works generally blend romance, drama, music, and emotional storytelling while emphasizing original soundtracks and character-driven narratives.


== Filmography ==
His productions primarily cater to Tamil-speaking audiences and have reached viewers across Singapore, Malaysia, India, and international digital platforms.


=== Feature films ===
== Awards and recognition ==
 
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=== Television ===
T. Suriavelan has received several industry recognitions, including:
 
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| Naam 2
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| Mitara
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| 2019
| Bommalattam
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| Avathaaram
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| Yaar? (Season 2)
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| Kalaba Kadhala
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| 2016
| Vetri (Season 3)
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| 2015
| Neeya
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=== Music videos ===
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Song
! Film / Series
! Year
! Role(s)
! Director
|-
| Oru Murai
| Must Date the Playboy
| 2026
| Composer, Lyricist, Singer
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|-
| Thalli Pogura
| Must Date the Playboy
| 2026
| Composer, Lyricist, Singer
| ✓
|-
| Kannoram
| Naam Series
| 2022
| Lyricist
| ✓
|-
| Adi Penne (Reprise)
| Naam Series
| 2022
| Composer, Lyricist
| ✓
|-
| Adi Penne (Duet)
| Naam Series
| 2021
| Composer, Lyricist
| ✓
|-
| Adi Penne (Dad's Love)
| Naam Series
| 2021
| Composer, Lyricist
| ✓
|-
| En Anbe
| Naam Series
| 2021
| Composer, Lyricist
| ✓
|-
| Alli Pookal
| Naam Series
| 2021
| Lyricist
| ✓
|-
| One Love One Life
| Naam Series
| 2020
| Lyricist
| ✓
|-
| Enakku Mattum
| Naam Series
| 2020
| Lyricist
| ✓
|-
| Vilagathey
| Standalone Single
| 2019
| Lyricist
| ✓
|-
| Uyarai Kettal
| Avathaaram
| 2019
| Lyricist
| ✓
|-
| Sagiyae
| Standalone Single
| 2018
| Lyricist
| ✓
|-
| Kannu Rendum
| Standalone Single
| 2018
| Lyricist, Singer
| ✓
|-
| Saaral Mazhaiyaa
| Joe: The Black Assassin
| 2017
| Lyricist
| ✓
|-
| Usuraiya Tholaichaen
| Standalone Single
| 2017
| Lyricist
| ✓
|}
 
== Awards and recognition ==


* 15th Edison Awards – Standout Performer Award
* 15th Edison Awards – Standout Performer Award
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* Content Creator of the Year 2022 – Winner (''Naam'' and ''Adi Penne'')
* Content Creator of the Year 2022 – Winner (''Naam'' and ''Adi Penne'')
* Content of the Year 2022 – Winner (''Naam'' and ''Adi Penne'')
* Content of the Year 2022 – Winner (''Naam'' and ''Adi Penne'')
* Pradhana Vizha 2021 – Nominated for Best Director (''Avathaaram'')
* Pradhana Vizha 2021 – Best Director (Nominee) for ''Avathaaram''
* Pradhana Vizha 2021 – ''Avathaaram'' nominated for Best Drama
* Pradhana Vizha 2021 – ''Avathaaram'' nominated for Best Drama
* Pradhana Vizha 2021 – Nominated for Most Popular Male Personality
* Pradhana Vizha 2021 – Most Popular Male Personality (Nominee)
* ''Joe: The Black Assassin'' achieved a sold-out screening at a 1,000-seat theatre and completed successful theatrical runs in Singapore and Malaysia.


== Media coverage ==
His debut feature film ''Joe: The Black Assassin'' also achieved a sold-out theatrical screening and completed successful theatrical runs in Singapore and Malaysia.
 
* https://www.asiaone.com/entertainment/audience-willing-read-subtitles-actor-t-suriavelan-1st-english-drama-come-closer-tamil-shows-wider-audience
* https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/must-date-playboy-cast-meet-greet-jul-18-585971
* https://www.channelnewsasia.com/listen/cna938-rewind/wattpad-vasantham-mediacorps-tamil-drama-must-date-playboy-6086256?page=96
* https://www.mediacorp.sg/media-releases/mediacorps-first-wattpad-adaptation-tamil-drama-must-date-playboy-attracts-over-100-million-global-views-189541


== External links ==
== External links ==
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* Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/suriavelanofficial/
* Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/suriavelanofficial/
* Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/suria_velan/
* Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/suria_velan/
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[[Category:Singaporean actors]]
[[Category:Singaporean screenwriters]]
[[Category:Singaporean film producers]]
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[[Category:Singaporean composers]]
[[Category:Singaporean entrepreneurs]]
[[Category:Tamil film directors]]
[[Category:Television directors]]

Revision as of 13:13, 6 August 2026


T. Suriavelan (born 25 June 1992) is a Singaporean filmmaker, television director, actor, screenwriter, lyricist, composer, producer, and entrepreneur. He is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of 360 Entertainment Productions, a Singapore-based production company involved in feature films, television dramas, music videos, commercial productions, and digital entertainment.

Suriavelan is recognized for working across multiple creative disciplines within a single production, often serving as director, writer, producer, actor, lyricist, composer, and singer. He is known for projects including Must Date the Playboy, Naam, Naam 2, Avathaaram, and the feature film Joe: The Black Assassin.

Early life and education

T. Suriavelan was born on 25 June 1992 in Singapore to Tamil parents. From an early age, he developed an interest in storytelling, cinema, music, and the performing arts, which later shaped his career in the entertainment industry.

He completed a Diploma in Biomedical Engineering from Nanyang Polytechnic. Although academically trained in engineering, he chose to pursue filmmaking professionally, combining technical knowledge with creative storytelling and media production.

Career

Suriavelan began his entertainment career as an actor before gradually expanding into directing, screenwriting, producing, lyric writing, composing, and television production.

His acting appearances include Neeya (2015), Vetri Season 3 (2016), Kalaba Kadhala (2018), Yaar? Season 2 (2018), and Bommalattam (2019). These early performances helped establish his presence in Singapore's Tamil television industry.

He made his feature film directorial debut with Joe: The Black Assassin in 2017. Besides directing the film, he also served as writer, producer, actor, and lyricist. The film achieved a sold-out screening at a 1,000-seat theatre and completed successful theatrical runs in both Singapore and Malaysia, making it one of the notable independent Tamil productions from Singapore.

In 2019, Suriavelan directed and produced Avathaaram, following the successful development of Avathaaram (Pilot) through Mediacorp Vasantham's Muthal Paarvai initiative. The drama later received nominations in nine categories at the Pradhana Vizha Awards, including Best Drama and Best Director, while Suriavelan was also nominated for Most Popular Male Personality.

He further expanded his television portfolio with Naam (2020), where he directed, wrote, produced, acted, and contributed as lyricist. The success of the series led to Naam 2 in 2022, in which he again handled multiple creative responsibilities. During the same year, he also created the six-episode romantic comedy Mitara under Singapore's Stories4SG initiative.

In 2026, Suriavelan wrote and directed Must Date the Playboy, a 28-episode romantic drama series for Mediacorp Vasantham. Adapted from the Philippine novel by Imma Delos Santos, the series introduced original songs including Oru Murai and Thalli Pogura, both written and composed by Suriavelan.

Music career

Alongside filmmaking, Suriavelan has built a career as a lyricist, composer, singer, and music video director.

His musical works span television dramas, feature films, and standalone singles. His notable compositions and lyrical contributions include Oru Murai, Thalli Pogura, Kannoram, Adi Penne (Reprise), Adi Penne (Duet), Adi Penne (Dad's Love), En Anbe, Alli Pookal, One Love One Life, Enakku Mattum, Vilagathey, Uyarai Kettal, Sagiyae, Kannu Rendum, Saaral Mazhaiyaa, and Usuraiya Tholaichaen.

His work often combines cinematic storytelling with original music, making songs an integral part of his productions.

360 Entertainment Productions

360 Entertainment Productions is a Singapore-based media production company founded by T. Suriavelan. The company produces feature films, television dramas, music videos, advertising campaigns, digital content, and commercial productions.

Under his leadership, the company has developed projects for television broadcasters, digital platforms, and independent film releases while promoting Tamil-language entertainment for audiences across Singapore, Malaysia, India, and the global Tamil diaspora.

Artistic style

Suriavelan is known for his multi-disciplinary approach to filmmaking, frequently undertaking several creative responsibilities within the same production. His works generally blend romance, drama, music, and emotional storytelling while emphasizing original soundtracks and character-driven narratives.

His productions primarily cater to Tamil-speaking audiences and have reached viewers across Singapore, Malaysia, India, and international digital platforms.

Awards and recognition

T. Suriavelan has received several industry recognitions, including:

  • 15th Edison Awards – Standout Performer Award
  • Special Digital Recognition Award 2022 – Winner (Naam)
  • Content Creator of the Year 2022 – Winner (Naam and Adi Penne)
  • Content of the Year 2022 – Winner (Naam and Adi Penne)
  • Pradhana Vizha 2021 – Best Director (Nominee) for Avathaaram
  • Pradhana Vizha 2021 – Avathaaram nominated for Best Drama
  • Pradhana Vizha 2021 – Most Popular Male Personality (Nominee)

His debut feature film Joe: The Black Assassin also achieved a sold-out theatrical screening and completed successful theatrical runs in Singapore and Malaysia.

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