Avinash Arun Biography: Movies, Net Worth, Age, Ethnicity, Wife, Height, Awards, Religion, Children

Avinash Arun Dhaware is an Indian cinematographer and film director celebrated for his sensitive storytelling and visually striking work in Marathi and Hindi cinema.

He gained international acclaim with his directorial debut Killa (2014) and further recognition for Three of Us (2022), while contributing as cinematographer to acclaimed films like Masaan and Drishyam.

Avinash Arun
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Avinash Arun Dhaware
Stage Name:	Avinash Arun
Born:	20 November 1985 (age 40 years old)
Place of Birth:	Solapur, Maharashtra, India
Nationality:	Indian
Ethnicity:	Indian
Height:	1.85 m
Religion:	Hindu
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Dhaware
Spouse:	Kadambari Kadam (m. 2016–2025)
Relationship:	Divorced
Occupation:	Director, Cinematographer
Net Worth:	$1 million

Early Life and Education

Avinash Arun first saw the light of day on November 20, 1985, in Solapur, Maharashtra, India, to Mr. and Mrs. Dhaware and grew up in Talegaon near Pune, where his father worked in a cotton mill.

He developed an early interest in visuals through a part-time photography course and began assisting on films as a teenager, including work as a production assistant on Devrai (2004).

He later graduated in Cinematography from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, in 2011. He is of Indian (Maharashtrian) origin, and his religion is Hindu.

Career

Avinash Arun started as a cinematographer after FTII, shooting notable Hindi films including Masaan, Drishyam, Madaari, and Hichki.

His directorial debut, the Marathi coming-of-age film Killa (2014), earned the Crystal Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival and the National Film Award for Best Marathi Feature Film, establishing him as a distinctive voice.

He continued with shorts and segments like Unpaused (2020) and Monsoon Walk (2024), and directed the web series Paatal Lok (Season 1) and School of Lies (2023).

His feature Three of Us (2022) received strong critical praise and awards, including Filmfare recognition.

Upcoming projects include Prahaar: The Ujjwal Nikam Story (2026). Arun is noted for intimate, character-driven narratives and strong visual style.

Awards and Nominations

• National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Marathi (Killa)
• Filmfare Award for Best Cinematography (Three of Us)
• Crystal Bear, Berlin International Film Festival (Killa)
• Additional honors for cinematography and direction.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: Professional presence exists
• Facebook Handle: Present
• Twitter/X Handle: Active
• TikTok Handle: Unknown
• YouTube Channel: Unknown

Personal Life

Avinash Arun, 40 years old and approximately 1.85 m tall, was married to actress Kadambari Kadam from 2016 until their separation/divorce in 2025. The couple has no children.

He maintains a relatively private personal life focused on his craft, with limited public details about family beyond his upbringing.

Net Worth

Avinash Arun has an estimated net worth of around $1 million. Primary sources of income include his work as director and cinematographer on critically acclaimed and commercially successful films and series, festival recognitions, and ongoing projects in Indian cinema.

Filmography

Directed

• Killa (2014)
• Three of Us (2022)
• Monsoon Walk (2024)
• Segment in Unpaused (2020)
• Prahaar: The Ujjwal Nikam Story (2026, upcoming)

Cinematography (Selected)

• Masaan
• Drishyam
• Madaari
• Hichki

TV/Web

• Paatal Lok (2020)
• School of Lies (2023–present)