Neelan K. Sekar

Neelan Sekar
Neelan Sekar
Neelan Sekar
BornNeelambaradhan[1]
OccupationDirector, screenwriter
LanguageTamil|Malayalam|Telugu
Years active2005-present
Notable worksSuper Deluxe

Neelan Sekar is an acclaimed Indian film director and screenwriter who works predominantly in South Indian film industry, writing screenplays for Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam films. Over the years, he has gained recognition for his unique storytelling abilities and impactful screenplays that have resonated with audiences and critics alike.

Early Career

Neelan Sekar began his journey in the Tamil film industry as an associate director, apart from writing screenplay and dialogues for the movie Arinthum Ariyamalum. His work on the film was widely appreciated for its engaging narrative and well-crafted dialogues, establishing him as a promising talent in the industry.

Directorial Debut

In 2008, Neelan transitioned to directing with his debut film, Alibhabha. The film, starring actor Krishna in the lead role and produced by Pattiyal Sekhar, marked an important milestone in his career. The movie’s innovative storytelling and compelling performances earned it critical acclaim, cementing Neelan’s position as a filmmaker to watch.

Screenwriting Contributions

Beyond direction, Neelan Sekar has contributed significantly as a screenwriter to some of Tamil cinema’s most acclaimed projects. His notable works include:

  • Naan (2012): A psychological thriller that garnered praise for its gripping screenplay.
  • Super Deluxe (2019): A groundbreaking anthology film that explored unconventional themes and earned critical acclaim for its bold narrative.
  • Maara (2021): A romantic drama that stood out for its heartfelt storytelling.
  • Cobra (2022): An action-packed film featuring intricate character arcs and layered storytelling.

In 2019, Neelan expanded his repertoire by co-writing the web series Fingertip, which filmmaker Vishnuvardhan produced. The series delved into the impact of social media on individuals and society and was well-received for its timely themes and engaging script.

Awards and Recognition

Neelan Sekar’s work has been widely celebrated in the Tamil film industry. His screenplay for Super Deluxe, co-written with Thiagarajan Kumararaja, Mysskin, and Nalan Kumarasamy, won the Best Screenplay Writer award at the prestigious Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards. The film was lauded for its complex characters, thought-provoking themes, and inventive narrative structure.

Filmography

Year Work Credited for Role Notes Ref.
Writer Direction Acting
2005 Arinthum Ariyamalum Screenplay, dialogues Associate Director Yes bus conductor [2]
2006 Pattiyal Associate Director Yes
2008 Alibhabha Yes Yes —
2012 Naan Dialogues Yes [3]
2017 Yaman Yes Inspector
2019 Super Deluxe Screenplay Yes [4]
Fingertip Screenplay, dialogues — Television series [5]
2020 Soorarai Pottru Script supervision —
2021 C/O Kaadhal Dialogues — [6]
2021 Maara Script supervision — [7][8]
2022 Cobra Dialogues — [9]
2023 The Village Yes Ponraj Television series
2025 Nesippaya Screenplay, dialogues

Awards and nominations

Year Film Award Category Result Ref.
2020 Super Deluxe Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards Best Screenplay Won [4]
Critics Choice Film Awards Won [10]

See also

References

  1. ^ Aadhan Tamil (11 October 2018). Anurag Kashyap in Super Deluxe.? – Writer Neelan Sekar Vijay Sethupathi (Video) (in Tamil). Event occurs at 1:30 – via YouTube.
  2. ^ "Arindhum Ariyamalum -OTT". sunnxt.com.
  3. ^ "Tamil Releases: 'Naan', 'Attakathi' and 'Etho Seithai Ennai'". News18. 27 February 2015. Archived from the original on 26 May 2022. Retrieved 26 May 2022.
  4. ^ a b "Vikatan Awards 2019: Taapsee Pannu wins 'Best Actor' for Game Over, shares surreal moment with Dhanush and Vetrimaaran". The Statesman. 12 January 2020. Archived from the original on 9 February 2021. Retrieved 12 January 2020.
  5. ^ "Serial Chiller Zee5's Fingertip is a highly relatable, acutely watchable series about modern Tamil lives". Firstpost. 3 September 2019 [3 September 2019]. Archived from the original on 16 March 2022. Retrieved 26 May 2022.
  6. ^ "C/O Kaadhal Movie Review : An overly faithful, largely effective remake". The Times of India. 12 February 2021. Archived from the original on 28 May 2022. Retrieved 28 May 2022.
  7. ^ "Maddy & Shraddha Srinath to team up again for 'Maara'!". Sify. 14 June 2018. Archived from the original on 26 June 2019. Retrieved 28 May 2022.
  8. ^ "Here's when R Madhavan's Maara will release on an OTT platform". Zoom (Indian TV channel). 10 October 2020. Archived from the original on 28 May 2022. Retrieved 28 May 2022.
  9. ^ Sony Music South (20 May 2022). Cobra - Release Date Announcement Chiyaan Vikram AR Rahman R Ajay Gnanamuthu 7 Screen Studio (Trailer). Event occurs at 0:35 – via YouTube.
  10. ^ "Critics' Choice Film Awards 2020: Complete winners list". The Indian Express. 28 March 2020.
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