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Gautham Vasudev Menon
Actor, Filmmaker, Producer, Screenwriter
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Gautham Vasudev Menon is a filmmaker from Ottapalam, Kerala, who grew up in Chennai and shifted from engineering to cinema. He made his directorial debut with Minnale in 2001 and followed it up with films like Kaakha Kaakha, Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu, Vinnaithaandi Varu...
Gautham Vasudev Menon Bio
| Full Name | Gautham Vasudev Menon |
| Nick Name | GVM |
| Profession | Actor, Filmmaker, Producer, Screenwriter |
| Height (approx.) | 5’ 10” |
| Weight (approx.) | 80 kg |
| Date Of Birth | Sunday, 25 Feb 1973 |
| Age | 52 |
| Birthplace | Ottapalam, Kerala, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Hometown | Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse | Preethi Menon |
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Parents:
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Father
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K. M. Vasudevan Pillai
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Mother
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T. Usha Vasudevan
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| Net Worth | ~2 MN USD (RS 20cr) |
| Upcoming Movies: | Dhruva Natchathiram |
| Quotes: |
“ Every script begins with what I felt about my father… romance, as I saw it at home.“ “ I simply go with the flow. I know a film will shape well because I’m confident.“ “ Nobody cares when you’re struggling... no one called to ask about ‘Dhruva.’“ “ It pays to have a bold attitude... face problems head-on.“ “ The brutality in action should feel real—I avoid ropes in stunts.“ |
| Awards: |
National Film Awards (2008)
National Film Awards (2013)
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Gautham Vasudev Menon FAQ
He began with Minnale (2001) in Tamil—a romantic drama that ushered in his signature style.
Yes, he has taken up acting roles in films like Rathnam, Hit List, Viduthalai 2 (2024), and is also part of Varaaham and Bazooka, with his acting debut in Malayalam set soon
He created the Lokesh Cinematic Universe featuring Kaithi, Vikram, Leo, and related spin-offs, all interlinked .
Yes, directed Dominic and the Ladies’ Purse (2025) starring Mammootty, marking his first Malayalam directorial venture
Yes, he has committed to finishing the long-delayed spy thriller before taking on any new projects
Did You Know
Favourite Things
| Beverage | Coffee |
| Outfit | Casuals |
| Color | Black |
Trivias
- Gautham Vasudev Menon initially wanted to become a cricketer before he took up filmmaking.
- He started as an assistant to Rajiv Menon, learning script and production under him
- His storytelling often draws from personal life—family dynamics, romantic nuances, and middle-class experiences
- He held back on working with big stars if the script didn't align with his vision—even Vijay, initially .
- Gautham's films frequently feature natural, urban stylings and English-heavy dialogue to maintain authenticity
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