10 Facts About The Life of DMK Leader Udhayanidhi Stalin

Udhayanidhi Stalin was born on November 27, 1977, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. He is the son of current Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin and the grandson of the former CM of Tamil Nadu late M. Karunanidhi, and a prominent leader of the DMK.

Udhayanidhi Stalin completed his schooling at Don Bosco Matriculation Higher Secondary School in Egmore, Chennai. He then graduated with a degree in Commerce from Loyola College, Chennai.

Udhayanidhi began his career in the Tamil film industry as a film producer. He founded the production company Red Giant Movies in 2008.

He made his acting debut with the romantic comedy "Oru Kal Oru Kannadi" (2012), which was well-received. He continued to act in several films, including "Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal" (2014), "Nanbenda" (2015), and "Psycho" (2020).

Udhayanidhi Stalin entered politics following his family's political legacy. He became more actively involved in the DMK's activities and was appointed as the Secretary of the DMK's Youth Wing in 2019.

In the 2021 Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections, Udhayanidhi Stalin contested from the Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency and won with a significant margin, marking his formal entry into legislative politics.

Post his election, Udhayanidhi has been an active member of the DMK government, contributing to various policy discussions and state welfare programs.

Through his production house, Red Giant Movies, Udhayanidhi has been involved in various philanthropic activities, including providing financial assistance to film industry workers and supporting social causes.

Udhayanidhi has faced several controversies, primarily due to his political comments and film choices. His remarks often stir debates in the political arena, reflecting the strong influence of his political family background.

Udhayanidhi Stalin is married to Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi, who is a film director and editor-in-chief of the lifestyle magazine "Inbox 1305". The couple has two children, a son named Inbanithi and a daughter named Tanmaya.