Mysskin Biography: Music, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Brother, Parents, Movies, Awards, Wife

Mysskin Biography: Music, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Brother, Parents, Movies, Awards, Wife

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Shanmugha Raja, better known by his professional name Mysskin, quietly emerged as a defining voice in Tamil cinema with his 2006 debut Chithiram Pesuthadi.

Rather than relying on star power, he carved his reputation through a distinctive narrative style.

Over the years, his films such as Anjathe, Nandalala, and Onaayum Aattukkuttiyum have attracted both critical praise and a dedicated following, establishing him as a multifaceted creator who writes, directs, composes, sings, and acts.

Profile

  • Full name: Shanmugha Raja
  • Nickname: Mysskin
  • Date of birth: 20 September 1971
  • Age: 54 years old
  • Gender: Male
  • Place of birth: Madras (now Chennai), Tamil Nadu, India
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Profession: Film director, screenwriter, lyricist, playback singer, actor, producer, composer
  • Height: 177 cm
  • Parents: N/A
  • Siblings: A younger brother, Aathityaa
  • Spouse: N/A
  • Children: N/A
  • Relationship status: N/A
  • Religion: N/A
  • Ethnicity: Tamil
  • Net worth: $2.64 million

Early Life and Education

Shanmugha Raja is now at the age of 54 years old and was born on 20 September 1971 in Madras, Tamil Nadu. He grew up speaking Tamil and has kept details about his parents private.

His assumed name, Mysskin, was inspired by Prince Myshkin, the protagonist of Fyodor Dostoevsky’s novel The Idiot. While information on his formal education is scarce, he is known to be an avid reader and spent his early adult years working in a bookstore before entering the film industry.

Personal Life

Mysskin maintains a notably private personal life. There are no public records of marriage, children, or high-profile relationships. He focuses intensely on his creative work and rarely discusses his private affairs in interviews.

Career

Mysskin began his film career assisting directors Kathir and Vincent Selva before making his directorial debut with Chithiram Pesuthadi in 2006.

The film’s success led to Anjathe (2008), which became a major commercial and critical triumph. In 2010, he both directed and starred in Nandalala, a poignant drama that further solidified his reputation.

His subsequent projects have ranged across crime thrillers like Yuddham Sei, supernatural horror in Pisaasu, and the detective thriller Thupparivaalan.

He continued to expand his on-screen presence with roles in Savarakathi, Super Deluxe, Maaveeran, and Leo, while also composing music for films such as Devil (2024).

Awards

  • 2008 – Anjathe: Nominated for Filmfare Award for Best Director – Tamil
  • 2008 – Anjathe: Nominated for Vijay Award for Best Director
  • 2010 – Nandalala: Nominated for Vijay Award for Best Debut Actor
  • 2010 – Nandalala: Nominated for Jury Award – Best Debut Actor at the Vijay Awards

Net worth

Mysskin’s net worth is estimated at approximately $2.64 million, accumulated through his multifaceted roles in writing, directing, acting, and composing for Tamil cinema.

Social Media

  • Instagram: directormysskin
  • X: Director Mysskin

Filmography

  • Chithiram Pesuthadi (2006)
  • Anjathe (2008)
  • Nandalala (2010)
  • Yuddham Sei (2011)
  • Mugamoodi (2012)
  • Onaayum Aattukkuttiyum (2013)
  • Pisaasu (2014)
  • Thupparivaalan (2017)
  • Psycho (2020)
  • Savarakathi (2018)
  • Super Deluxe (2019)
  • Maaveeran (2023)
  • Leo (2023)
  • Devil (2024)
  • Vanangaan (2025)
  • Dragon (2025)

Discography

  • Aaahayam Aaahayam (Chithiram Pesuthadi, 2006)
  • Idhu Enna Pudhu Kanavo (Chithiram Pesuthadi, 2006)
  • Kannadhasan Karaikudi (Anjathe, 2008)
  • Acham Thavir (Anjathe, 2008)
  • Sutta Pazhama (Anjathe, 2008)
  • Aararo (Yuddham Sei, 2011)
  • Vedham Pudhumai (Yuddham Sei, 2011)
  • Bar Anthem (Mugamoodi, 2012)
  • Ammadi Aathadi (Thulli Vilayadu, 2013)
  • Vellakaara Rani (Kallappadam, 2015)
  • Kathi Edukkuthaan (Savarakkathi, 2016)
  • Thangakathi (Savarakkathi, 2016)
  • Ivan Thupparivaalan (Thupparivaalan, 2017)
  • Title Track (Thupparivaalan Telugu dub, 2017)
  • Thaai Madiyil (Psycho, 2020)
  • All songs (Devil, 2024)
  • Eduda Bottle (Love Marriage, 2025)

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