Aishwarya
Rajinikanth: Indian film director and playback singer biography
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Name: Aishwarya Rajinikanth
Date of
Birth: January 1, 1982
Place of
Birth: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Nationality: Indian
Occupation: Indian
film director and playback singer
Family:
Father:
Rajinikanth – Superstar actor in Tamil cinema
Mother:
Latha Rajinikanth – Playback singer and educationist
Sister:
Soundarya Rajinikanth – Film producer and director
Growing up in a
celebrity household, Aishwarya was exposed to the film industry early but chose
to work behind the camera rather than act.
Education
Aishwarya
completed her school education in Chennai. She attended Ethiraj College for
Women in Chennai, where she graduated with a degree in Business Administration.
She was also trained in Bharatanatyam, a classical Indian dance form.
Career
Aishwarya began
her career in the film industry by working as an assistant to various directors
before making her directorial debut.
Directorial
Debut
In 2012, Aishwarya
made her debut as a film director with the Tamil romantic psychological
thriller "3", starring her then-husband Dhanush and Shruti Haasan.
The film became popular for its viral song "Why This Kolaveri Di?",
which brought her international attention.
Other
Works
Directed the
documentary "Cinema Veeran" (2017), which highlights the lives of
stuntmen in Tamil cinema.
Has worked as a
playback singer and has been part of a few stage performances.
Author of the
memoir “Standing on An Apple Box”, which gives insight into her life growing up
as Rajinikanth’s daughter and her experience in the film industry.
She has also been
a UN Women’s Goodwill Ambassador for India, supporting gender equality and
women’s empowerment.
Personal
Life
Aishwarya married
actor Dhanush in 2004, and the couple has two sons: Yatra Raja and Linga Raja.
In January 2022, the couple announced their separation after 18 years of
marriage.
Despite the
personal change, Aishwarya continues to focus on her professional and creative
endeavors.
Height
5 feet 6 inches (167 cm)
Net Worth
(2024)
Estimated at $7
million (approximately ₹58 crore)
Her earnings come
from film directing, writing, brand endorsements, and public appearances.
Legacy
and Influence
Aishwarya
Rajinikanth has carved her own identity in the Indian film industry despite
being the daughter of a cinema icon. She continues to inspire many as a
creative professional, single mother, and advocate for women’s rights in entertainment.
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