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Arvind Venugopal
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Key Information
Arvind Venugopal (born 28 September 1991) is an Indian playback singer who predominantly works in the Malayalam film industry. He started his singing career in the year 2011 with the song "Chirakingu Vanamingu" from the film The Train composed by popular singer/composer Srinivas.[1] He has since sung in various Malayalam films including Natholi Oru Cheriya Meenalla, Angels, Sunday Holiday, Luca, Hridayam and others. He worked on Koode as an assistant director to director Anjali Menon.
Personal life
[edit]Arvind Venugopal was born in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. He is the son of famous Malayalam singer, G. Venugopal[2] and Reshmi Venugopal. Popular singers Sujatha and Shweta Mohan are his aunt and cousin respectively.[3] Arvind got engaged to actress and model Sneha Ajith on 23 September 2025.[4]
Education
[edit]Arvind is an alumnus of St. Thomas Central School (Trivandrum). He did his Bachelors at Madras Christian College[5] (Chennai) & went on to pursue a Masters degree at Christ University (Bangalore) & New York Film Academy.
Career
[edit]Arvind started singing during his college days in Chennai and was a regular sight at inter-collegiate cultural fests where he would participate along with his band.[6] He was first called to sing in the 2011 movie The Train by the film's composer Srinivas. He sang the song "Chirakingu Vanamingu" along with Sharanya Srinivas. His next song was "Kannadi Chillil Minnum" for the 2012 movie Natholi Oru Cheriya Meenalla. His other works include "Irul Mazhayil" from the movie Angels, "Nee Akaleyano" from My Life Partner, "Mazha Paadum" from Sunday Holiday (for which he received the best duet of the year award along with his co-singer/actor Aparna Balamurali presented by Manorama Music Awards 2018 & Red FM Music Awards 2018) ,"Vanil Chandrika" from the 2019 film Luca,"Nagumo" and "Nagumo Revival" from the 2022 film Hridayam and then sang three song in Kannada for the film Monsoon Raaga.His Telugu Debut is through the song "Athiloka Komalangi" in 2024. Apart from playback singing, Arvind is known for his cover versions of popular Malayalam & Tamil songs that he has performed for the show 'Music Mojo' aired on Kappa TV.[7]
Discography & Filmography
[edit]Discography
[edit]| # | Song | Film | Language | Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chirakengu | The Train | Malayalam | 2011 | Debut |
| 2 | Kannadi Chillil | Natholi Oru Cheriya Meenalla | Malayalam | 2013 | |
| 3 | Idhu Preethina | Teenage | Kannada | ||
| 4 | Nee Akaleyano | My Life Partner | Malayalam | 2014 | |
| 5 | Irul Mazhayil | Angels (2014 film) | Malayalam | ||
| 6 | Mazha Paadum | Sunday Holiday | Malayalam | 2017 | 2 awards and 1 nomination |
| 7 | Manninte Manamulla | Oru Nakshatramulla Aakasham | Malayalam | 2019 | |
| 8 | Vanil Chandrika | Luca (2019 film) | Malayalam | ||
| 9 | Kanmani Nin Chiri | Kuttiyappanum Daivadhootharum | Malayalam | 2020 | |
| 10 | Mizhikonil Kadal | Kunjeldho | Malayalam | 2021 | |
| 11 | Nagumo (composition and lyrics of Tyagaraja) | Hridayam | Malayalam | 2022 | |
| 12 | Nagumo Revival (composition by Tyagaraja) | ||||
| 13 | Megharajana Raaga | Monsoon Raga | Kannada | ||
| 14 | Hombisilina | ||||
| 15 | Jagamagiso Sakhi (Bit Song) | ||||
| 16 | Muthe Innen | Enkilum Chandrike | Malayalam | 2023 | |
| 17 | Oru Nokkil | Madhura Manohara Moham | Malayalam | ||
| 18 | Kanathirunal | Mehfil | Malayalam | ||
| 19 | Pullanguzhal | ||||
| 20 | Nilavuthulli | Kunjamminis Hospital | Malayalam | ||
| 21 | Puthumazhayil Nee | Apposthalanmarude Pravarthikal | Malayalam | ||
| 22 | Vinoram Megangal | Aromalinte Aadhyathe Pranayam | Malayalam | ||
| 23 | Kayampoovin Kannil | Nadhikalil Sundari Yamuna | Malayalam | ||
| 24 | Mazhamukilazhake | Kaathu Kathoru Kalyanam | Malayalam | ||
| 25 | Athiloka Komalangi | Manamey | Telugu | 2024 | Telugu Debut |
| 26 | Oru Shalabhamai | Kurukku | Malayalam | ||
| 27 | Pavizham Pol | Good Friday | Malayalam | ||
| 28 | Eravithilai | Kadha Innuvare | Malayalam |
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Assistant director | Actor | Singer | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Koode | 
|
Director's assistant | ||
| 2020 | Varane Avashyamund |
|
Guest appearance in the song "Nee Vaa En Aarumukha" | ||
| 2022 | Hridayam |
|
|
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Award | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mazhavil Mango Music Awards | Best Duet (with Aparna Balamurali) | "Mazha Paadum" (Sunday Holiday) | Won[9] |
| Red FM Malayalam Music Awards | Won | ||
| 7th South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Male Playback Singer (Malayalam) | Nominated[10] | |
| 6th Satyajit Ray International Documentary & Short Film Festival Award 2022 | Best Singer | "Thumbikku oru oonjal" | Won |
| World Television Day Raj Narayanji Media Award 2022 | Best Singer | "Pranayavarnagal"(Zee Keralam) | Won |
| 69th Filmfare Awards South | Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer – Malayalam | "Oru Nokkil" (Madhura Manohara Moham) | Nominated |
References
[edit]- ^ "Passionate about music and movies". The New Indian Express. September 2018.
- ^ "Arvind Venugopal's #LockdownEdition of Pachai Nirame trends online". The Times of India. 2 August 2020. Retrieved 8 August 2020.
- ^ Soman, Deepa (22 November 2020). "Shweta Mohan wishes G Venugopal, who completes 36 years in playback singing". The Times of India.
- ^ "ജി.വേണുഗോപാലിന്റെ മകനും ഗായകനുമായ അരവിന്ദ് വിവാഹിതനാകുന്നു, വധു നടിയും മോഡലുമായ സ്നേഹ" [Singer Arvind Venugopal got engaged]. Mathrubhumi (in Malayalam). 23 September 2025. Retrieved 28 September 2025.
- ^ "Passionate about music and movies". The New Indian Express. September 2018.
- ^ "Passionate about music and movies". The New Indian Express. September 2018.
- ^ "Arvind Venugopal performs on Music Mojo". The Times of India. 25 March 2015. Retrieved 8 August 2020.
- ^ "List of Malayalam Songs sung by Arvind Venugopal". www.malayalachalachithram.com. Retrieved 8 August 2020.
- ^ "Abrid Shine's Poomaram wins big at Mazhavil Mango Music awards". OnManorama. Retrieved 8 August 2020.
- ^ "SIIMA Awards 2018 – Malayalam Nominees and Winners". Time For Treat. 22 September 2018. Retrieved 8 August 2020.
Arvind Venugopal
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Personal background
Early life
Arvind Venugopal was born on 28 September 1991 in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India.[1] He spent his early childhood in Thiruvananthapuram, immersed in a household where music was an integral part of daily life. Growing up in a family with a strong musical heritage, Venugopal was surrounded by music during family gatherings and exposed to the rich traditions of Malayalam film music from a young age. This environment naturally fostered his initial connection to music, with frequent listening to iconic playback songs shaping his early auditory experiences. He completed his schooling at St. Thomas Central School in Thiruvananthapuram.[3] Before pursuing any formal involvement, Venugopal's non-professional musical activities revolved around personal enjoyment and casual experimentation. He developed a hobby of singing and listening to music, particularly admiring compositions by artists like A.R. Rahman, and often jammed informally with friends, recording sessions that highlighted his budding interest without professional aspirations at the time. These early pursuits remained recreational, reflecting a playful engagement with melody amid his everyday life in Kerala.[2]Family and personal relationships
Arvind Venugopal was born to G. Venugopal, a prominent Malayalam playback singer known for hits like "Etho Varmukilin," and his wife Reshmi Venugopal, who supported the family's musical pursuits amid professional demands.[3] The couple raised Arvind in a nurturing environment in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, where Reshmi managed household responsibilities during G. Venugopal's frequent travels for recording and performances.[3] Venugopal's extended family includes notable figures in South Indian music, such as Sujatha Mohan, a cousin of his father and veteran playback singer, and her daughter Shweta Mohan, who is also an acclaimed vocalist across multiple languages. This musical lineage profoundly shaped Arvind's career aspirations, as he grew up immersed in an atmosphere of professional artistry and familial encouragement toward pursuing singing.[3] In September 2025, Arvind got engaged to actress, dancer, and model Sneha Ajith, with the ceremony attended by close family members; as of November 2025, no wedding date has been publicly confirmed.[6] G. Venugopal shared the news on social media, expressing joy at welcoming Sneha into the family as a companion for his son.[6]Education and training
Formal education
Arvind Venugopal completed his schooling at St. Thomas Central School in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.[2] He was also an alumnus of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan in the same city.[2] Venugopal pursued his undergraduate education at Madras Christian College in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, where he earned a BSc in Visual Communication in 2012 and developed an early interest in creative pursuits.[2][7] His studies there exposed him to multidisciplinary fields, including visual arts and communication, laying a foundation for his artistic inclinations. Following his bachelor's, Venugopal advanced to postgraduate studies, enrolling in a Master of Science program in Communication at Christ University in Bengaluru, which he was pursuing as of 2013.[2] This program deepened his engagement with media and storytelling, bridging his academic background with practical applications in content creation. Demonstrating a shift toward specialized film education, Venugopal later studied at the New York Film Academy in Los Angeles, California, graduating with a Master of Arts degree in 2016.[8][7] This international training in filmmaking honed his technical skills in production and narrative development, directly supporting his long-term aspirations as a filmmaker alongside his musical endeavors.[7]Musical training
Arvind Venugopal is an untrained singer whose emotive style was honed through informal guidance from his father, veteran playback singer G. Venugopal, on diction and phrasing.[2] He briefly enrolled in music classes at age seven but discontinued after two weeks, and later took a short voice training course during his undergraduate studies.[7] Venugopal also received training in Western piano.[7] Growing up in a musically inclined family, he developed his vocal abilities through family influences and rediscovered singing during college with a band.[2][7] In 2015, Venugopal founded and took on the lead vocal role in the band Tvameva while based in Washington, DC.[9] The ensemble, comprising members such as Reis DeBruyne on keyboards, Rahul Mukerji on guitar, Rohit Kongari on percussion, and McKendre Jay on bass, has focused on non-film performances that blend traditional South Indian motifs with global influences like jazz, rock, and electronic music to create an accessible world music sound.[10] Tvameva has performed at notable venues including the Kennedy Center's Millennium Stage in 2018 and the Washington Cherry Blossom Festival in 2017, showcasing Venugopal's ability to bridge musical roots with modern fusion arrangements.[11]Professional career
Singing career
Arvind Venugopal began his playback singing career in 2011 with the duet "Chirakingu Vanamingu" from the Malayalam film The Train, composed by Srinivas.[1] This debut track, featuring vocals alongside Sharanya Srinivas, marked his entry into the industry while he was still pursuing higher education.[12] Following a period of selective opportunities in Malayalam cinema, Venugopal achieved a significant breakthrough in 2017 with "Mazha Paadum," a melodic duet with Aparna Balamurali from Sunday Holiday, composed by Deepak Dev.[13] The song's soulful rendition and chart-topping popularity propelled him to wider recognition, establishing his signature soft, emotive timbre in romantic compositions.[14] Venugopal's career progressed with notable collaborations, including multiple tracks for the 2022 film Hridayam alongside composer Hesham Abdul Wahab, such as the introspective "Nagumo," which blended traditional elements with contemporary orchestration.[15] His singing style, influenced by classical foundations, evolved toward versatile romantic ballads, adapting nuanced phrasing to suit film narratives.[3] This shift was evident in his expansion beyond Malayalam, including popular Tamil song covers performed on platforms like Music Mojo.[5] In 2024, Venugopal made his Telugu playback debut with "Athiloka Komalangi" from Manamey, again collaborating with Hesham Abdul Wahab, showcasing his adaptability across South Indian languages.[16] The COVID-19 lockdown in 2020 posed challenges by halting live performances, prompting him to pivot to online covers like a viral rendition of "Pachai Nirame," which sustained audience engagement through social media.[17] In 2025, he continued releasing tracks including "Thee Veyil" from Meesha (July), "Onam Vanne" (August), "Malar Manjariyil (Reprise)" (September), and "Eravithilai (Cyberchill Mix)" from Kadha Innuvare (October).[18][19][20]Film and other media involvement
Arvind Venugopal served as an assistant director on the 2018 Malayalam film Koode, directed by Anjali Menon, where he contributed to production coordination and creative support during pre-production and shooting phases from 2017 to 2018.[21] His role involved assisting with logistical aspects and on-set decisions, helping shape the film's narrative flow in this critically acclaimed drama.[22] In 2022, Venugopal took on a similar position as assistant director for Hridayam, directed by Vineeth Sreenivasan, focusing on creative input during filming and post-production to enhance the coming-of-age story's emotional depth.[4] He collaborated closely with the director on scene executions, drawing from his musical background to inform subtle artistic choices, though his primary singing contributions to the soundtrack are detailed elsewhere.[23] Venugopal made a guest appearance as himself in the 2020 Malayalam film Varane Avashyamund, featuring briefly in the song sequence "Nee Vaa En Aarumukha" to add a personal touch to the romantic comedy.[24] Beyond films, Venugopal has engaged in other media through podcast interviews, notably a 2024 appearance on Bahrain's 973Show's "The Next Guest" podcast, where he discussed his aspirations in filmmaking and transition from singing to directing roles.[25] Public records on his short film festival participations remain limited, with no major documented involvements to date. As of 2025, details on new directing projects or TV cameos post-2022 are incomplete in available sources, though his podcast remarks highlight ongoing interests in independent film production.Works
Discography
Arvind Venugopal's discography as a playback singer features a range of contributions primarily to Malayalam cinema, with select appearances in Telugu and Kannada films, as documented in music databases and official releases.[26][27] The following table catalogs key film songs, organized chronologically within languages.| Song | Film/Album | Language | Year | Composer | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chirakingu Vanamingu | The Train | Malayalam | 2011 | Bijibal | Duet with Sharanya S. R. |
| Kannadi Chillil Minnum | Natholi Oru Cheriya Meenalla | Malayalam | 2013 | Abhijith P. S. Nair | Solo |
| Nee Akaleyano | My Life Partner | Malayalam | 2014 | Ratheesh Vegha | Solo |
| Irul Mazhayil | Angels | Malayalam | 2014 | Jakes Bejoy | Solo |
| Irul Mazhayil (Reprise) | Angels | Malayalam | 2014 | Jakes Bejoy | Solo |
| Mazha Paadum | Sunday Holiday | Malayalam | 2017 | Deepak Dev | Duet with Aparna Balamurali |
| Vanil Chandrika | Luca | Malayalam | 2019 | Sooraj S. Kurup | Solo |
| Kanmani Nin Chiri | Kuttiyappanum Daivadhootharum | Malayalam | 2020 | Adarsh P. V. | Solo |
| Nagumo | Hridayam | Malayalam | 2022 | Hesham Abdul Wahab | Solo |
| Thumbikku Oru Oonjal | Thumbikku Oru Oonjal (short film) | Malayalam | 2022 | M. G. Anil | Solo |
| Oru Nokkil | Madhura Manohara Moham | Malayalam | 2023 | Hesham Abdul Wahab | Duet with Bhadra Rajin |
| Hombisilina | Monsoon Raaga | Kannada | 2023 | J. Anoop Seelin | With J. Anoop Seelin and K. Kalyan |
| Athiloka Komalangi | Manamey | Telugu | 2024 | Hesham Abdul Wahab | Solo |
| Eravithilai | Kadha Innuvare | Malayalam | 2024 | Ashwin Aryan | With Ashwin Aryan and Vinayak Sasikumar[28] |
| Pavizham Pol | Good Friday | Malayalam | 2024 | Johnson Master | Recreation; with O. N. V. Kurup[29] |
| Kaanaathirunnaal Kannil Kinavu | Mehfil | Malayalam | 2025 | Deepankuran | Solo[30] |
| Pullamkuzhal Enjeevane | Mehfil | Malayalam | 2025 | Deepankuran | Solo[30] |
| Thee Veyil | Meesha | Malayalam | 2025 | Sooraj S. Kurup | With Shabareesh Varma[31] |
Filmography
Arvind Venugopal has contributed to Malayalam cinema in non-singing capacities, primarily as an assistant director on select feature films.| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Koode | Assistant Director | Assisted director Anjali Menon on this critically acclaimed drama.[4] |
| 2022 | Hridayam | Assistant Director | Assisted director Vineeth Sreenivasan during production of this coming-of-age musical romance.[4] |