By Santosh Kumar Vignesh Shivan was born on September 18, 1985, while Nayanthara was born on November 18, 1984. The exact age difference between Vignesh Shivan and Nayanthara is 10 months, with Nayanthara being the older of the two. As of July 2026, Nayanthara is 41 years old, while Vignesh is 40 years old. The couple married on June 9, 2022, at a beautiful ceremony held in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu. They are parents to twin sons named Uyir Rudroneel N. Shivan and Ulag Daiwik N. Shivan.
About Vignesh Shivan
Vignesh Shivan is an Indian film director, screenwriter, producer and lyricist who mainly works in Tamil cinema. He was born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. His creative interest in cinema encouraged him to enter the entertainment industry as a filmmaker.
He made his directorial debut with the Tamil romantic comedy Podaa Podi in 2012. The film featured Silambarasan and Varalaxmi Sarathkumar in the lead roles. It introduced Vignesh’s colourful filmmaking style and his ability to combine romance, music and light-hearted entertainment.
Vignesh gained wider recognition with Naanum Rowdy Dhaan in 2015. The film featured Vijay Sethupathi and Nayanthara and was appreciated for its engaging presentation, memorable music and lively characters. Vignesh and Nayanthara also became closely acquainted while working on this film.
He later directed Thaanaa Serndha Koottam, starring Suriya, and Kaathuvaakula Rendu Kaadhal, featuring Vijay Sethupathi, Nayanthara and Samantha Ruth Prabhu. These projects strengthened his position as a familiar filmmaker in contemporary Tamil cinema.
Apart from directing, Vignesh has written lyrics for several popular Tamil songs. His lyrics are known for their modern language, easy rhythm and emotional appeal. He has also worked as a film producer and is associated with the production banner Rowdy Pictures.
About Nayanthara
Nayanthara is a celebrated Indian actress and film producer who has worked in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Hindi cinema. Her birth name is Diana Mariam Kurian. She was born in Bengaluru to Kurian Kodiyattu and Omana Kurian.
Due to her father’s professional assignments, Nayanthara studied in different parts of India. She later completed a bachelor’s degree in English literature from Mar Thoma College in Thiruvalla, Kerala.
Nayanthara began her acting career with the Malayalam film Manassinakkare in 2003. Her warm screen presence helped her receive opportunities in other South Indian film industries. She made her Tamil debut with Ayya and soon appeared in the successful film Chandramukhi.
Some of her notable films include Billa, Yaaradi Nee Mohini, Bodyguard, Sri Rama Rajyam, Raja Rani, Thani Oruvan, Naanum Rowdy Dhaan, Aramm, Kolamavu Kokila, Bigil, Netrikann and Jawan. Her Hindi film debut in Jawan, alongside Shah Rukh Khan, introduced her to a wider national audience.
Nayanthara has received several Filmfare Awards South, Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, SIIMA Awards and other honours. She is admired for choosing strong central roles and for maintaining a successful career across different languages.
Therefore, Nayanthara is exactly 10 months older than Vignesh Shivan.