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Arvind Swamy Turns 55: What Made Roza Actor A Millionaire?
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Happy Birthday Arvind Swamy: He became a household name with hit movies like Roja and Bombay.
Happy Birthday Arvind Swamy: One of the most loved actors in Indian cinema, Arvind Swamy has won hearts with his strong performances. Today, on June 18, the actor is celebrating his 55th birthday. He began his acting journey in 1991 with the film Thalapathi directed by Mani Ratnam.
Since then, there has been no turning back for him. For more than 30 years, Arvind has been a popular name in Tamil films. In the early 90s, he became a household name with his roles in hit movies like Roja and Bombay.
Arvind Swamy's 5 Must-Watch Movies
Roja (1992): Directed by Mani Ratnam, this romantic thriller was released in 1992. Arvind plays a man who works on a secret mission and ends up getting kidnapped in Kashmir. The story shows how his wife, played by Madhoo Shah, does everything she can to save him. Arvind's powerful performance made a big impact. Roja also won three National Awards and is considered a classic.
Bombay (1995): Another powerful film where Arvind shines in the lead role. Directed by Mani Ratnam, the film tells the story of a Hindu man and a Muslim woman who fall in love and start a family. Arvind plays the role of the husband who tries to keep his family safe during religious tensions and violence in Bombay.
Raja Ko Rani Se Pyar Ho Gaya (2000): In Raja Ko Rani Se Pyar Ho Gaya, Arvind plays a simple village boy named Mohit. One day at a fair, he sees a girl from the city, played by Manisha Koirala, and feels an instant connection. He truly believes she is the queen he has always dreamed of. Mohit then follows her to the city hoping to tell her how he feels but he struggles to express his love.
Thani Oruvan (2015): Thani Oruvan shows a very different side of Arvind. In this action film, he plays a powerful villain. The movie is about a young police officer, played by Jayam Ravi, who is trying to stop Arvind's character from doing wrong. The film takes a little inspiration from the bond between Karna and Duryodhana from the Mahabharata.
Thalaivii (2021): Arvind plays M.G. Ramachandran, a legendary actor and politician. The film, released in 2021, is based on the life of Jayalalithaa with Kangana Ranaut playing her.
Arvind Swamy's Net Worth
Despite being one of the well-established actors in the film industry, Arvind's journey has seen many ups and downs. In the early 1990s, he was one of the most loved faces in Tamil cinema. But by the end of the decade, things started to change. Some of his films faced production issues and a few didn't do well.
His last films during that time included En Swasa Kaatre and the Hindi film Raja Ko Rani Se Pyaar Ho Gaya.
After a short cameo in Mani Ratnam's Alai Payuthey, Arvind stepped away from acting. He chose to leave the film industry and focus on business instead. Arvind comes from a strong business background. His father, V.D. Swamy, was a successful entrepreneur.
Arvind himself studied International Business in the US before entering the film world.
Once he left films, he took charge of his family's company, VD Swamy and Co. He also worked in international trade and construction. Over time, he became the President of InterPro Global and also served as Chairman and Managing Director of Prorelease India.
In 2005, Arvind started his own company called Talent Maximus. It deals with payroll services and temporary staffing. The company grew rapidly and by 2022, it was reportedly worth over Rs 3,300 crore.
First Published:
June 18, 2025, 07:20 IST
