S.P.B. Charan

Sripathi Panditharadhyula Balasubrahmanyam Charan, Known by his stage name S. P. B. Charan, Charan is an Indian playback singer, actor, and producer who is best known for his work in Tamil cinema.

The well-known Indian musician S. P. Balasubrahmanyam's son began his career in playback vocals for Tamil and Telugu films. His acting debut was in the 2003 Kannada film Hudugigagi, but his work in the 2008 film Saroja is arguably his most well-known role. He founded Capital Film Works, a film production firm, and has produced multiple Tamil films, such as the critically acclaimed Chennai 600028 in 2007 and the National Film Award-winning Aaranya Kaandam in 2012.

Birth and Early Childhood

S.P.B. Charan was born into a Telugu Brahmin family, on January 7, 1972, in Chennai, Tamilnadu, India. The late, great vocalist S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and his wife Savitri are the parents of Charan. Chennai is where Charan was born and raised. Pallavi, the elder sister of SPB Charan, is a singer as well. He attended Asan Memorial CBSE School in Chennai, where he was friends with and classmates with well-known Tamil actor Ajithkumar. In 1994, he graduated from Pace University in New York, USA, with a bachelor's degree in business administration. He also finished a two-year program in film and television.

Profession

As an Actor

Charan made his acting debut with his father in the never-released film Maha Yedabidangi, directed by K. S. L. Swamy. He starred in the K. Balachander-produced and Sundar K. Vijayan-directed television series Oonjal in 1999.

Additionally, he played the lead role in the TV series Akka Chellulu in Telugu and Bommaigal in Tamil. The Kannada film Hudugigagi, which was helmed by B. Manjunath, was his debut release in 2003. He portrayed a major character in Saroja, directed by Venkat Prabhu, in 2008. Sify commented, "S.P.B Charan as Jagapathy Babu suits the role and is fantastic" about his performance. He performed as Shiva's potential brother-in-law in the film Va. He is presently acting in the Tamil motion pictures Vizhithiru and Vanavarayan Vallavarayan.

As an Director

Adhigaram, starring SP Charan, is a ten-episode political thriller. In the series, Abhirami Venkatachalam has been cast as one of the leads. The script and dialogue for this web series are written by Cable Shankar. The project would also involve Athulya Ravi. Actors like John Vijay, Vinodhini, AL Alagappan, Vellai Pookal Dev, and Ilavarasu play significant roles in the series. SP Charan is slated to produce it under Capital Film Works, his company. Rajesh Yadav will handle cinematography and National Award winner Praveen K. L. will handle editing for Adhigaram, which will feature music by Deena Devarajan.

Adhigaram's technical team also includes Manigi, who has joined as a dialogue writer and additional screenwriter. Remiyan is in charge of art direction, Stunt Silva is in charge of action sequences, Sofiya Jenifer is in charge of costume designs, and C. Murugesh Babu is in charge of script supervision. Adhigaram's premiere date on streaming services is still unknown, but the production company is anticipated to announce in the coming days.

Playback Singer

Under the guidance of Ilaiyaraaja, Charan started his career as a playback vocalist in 1997 with song "Deepangal Pesum" from movie 'Devathai'. "My voice sounds so much like appa, people might not want to use a similar voice," he said, speaking about being the son of an icon. Why would composers need SPB's clone when he is doing so well himself?

He has performed vocals for Devi Sri Prasad, A. R. Rahman, and M. M. Keeravani. "Nagila Nagila" from Alaipayuthey, "O Shanti" from Vaaranam Aayiram, "Mellaga" from Varsham, "Nenu Nenuga Lene" from Manmadhudu, "I Love You Shailaja" from Mazhai, "Please Sir" from Boys, "Maaja Maaja" from Jillunu Oru Kadhal, "Oru Nanban Irundhal" from Enakku 20 Unakku 18, "O Shanti" from Vaaranam Aayiram, and "Nee Naan" from Mankatha are some of Charan's most well-known songs. 2010 saw him collaborate with his father on a song for Yuvan Shankar Raja's Kadhal 2 Kalyanam soundtrack. The pair went on to win the Vijay Award for Best Male Playback Singer for their work on the movie Aadukalam.

In addition, he may be heard singing in numerous productions and events, such as Balasai Baba's 2013 Cultural Exchange Program for World Peace.

In Chennai, he anchors audio launch events and TV series like Magadheera. In July 2022, he was also spotted playing at Iravin Nizhal's audio launch ceremonies in Chennai.

As a Producer

In 2002, Charan founded Capital Film Works, a production firm for films. In their debut feature, Unnai Charanadainthen, Charan and his friend Venkat Prabhu portrayed the principal roles. The film won four Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, and it was notable for having a musical score composed by Charan's father, Balasubrahmanyam. Charan disclosed that after listening to Samuthirakani's narration, he decided to produce the movie. In 2005, he produced the poorly received Telugu film Varsham, remade as Mazhai starring Jayam Ravi. His next project was the critically and commercially successful film Chennai 600028 (2007), directed by Venkat Prabhu.

His sixth film, Aaranya Kaandam, was widely praised when it was released in 2011 and made headlines for receiving 52 cuts by the local Central Board of Film Certification. Despite the film's lack of anticipated box office success, Charan, who produced it, took home a Swarna Kamal at the 59th National Film Awards. His next production Thirudan Police, written by another debutante, Caarthick Raju.

Personal Life

Together with his childhood friends Venkat Prabhu and Premgi Amaren, he formed the musical group Next Generation in 1996. Thaman and Yugendran were other members of the group. Late in 2010, Charan saw a significant drop in weight. He clarified that it was in reaction to growing health consciousness in response to rumors. Following an incident at a party, Sona Heiden filed charges of sexual assault against Charan in September 2011. He filed a defamation countersuit while out on bond. After Charan apologized, the matter was dropped as part of an arrangement mediated by his father. He remarried in early 2012 after his first marriage ended in divorce.

Did You Know?

• Some of his most well-known songs are O Shanti from Vaaranam Aayiram, Nee Naan from Mankatha, Mellaga from Varsham, Nenu Nenuga Lene from Manmadhudu, I Love You, Shailaja, from Mazhai, Please Sir from Boys, Maaja Maaja from Jillunu Oru Kadhal, Oru Nanban Irundhal from Enakku 20 Unakku 18, and many more.
• K. S. L. Swamy directed Maha Yedabidangi, his father's debut film, but it was never released.
• Charan doesn't use Facebook.
• As of September 2022, Charan's Instagram account boasted over 129K followers.
• He recorded Yuvan Shankar Raja's Kadhal 2 Kalyanam soundtrack in 2010.
• He collaborated with his father on a song for the film Aadukalam, and the two of them won the Vijay Award for Best Male Playback Singer for the song.

Awards

• Best Actor (2001) for Oonjal serial from Mylapore Academy Award
• Awarded Best Male Playback (2013) Tamil Nadu State Film Award
• 2012 National Film Award (Indira Gandhi Golden Lotus Award) for Best Producer

Conclusion

The multi-talented S.P.B. Charan has had a significant impact on the cinema industry as a director, playback vocalist, and actor. Many people adore his work, which has made a significant contribution to showcasing Tollywood talent. Many people adore his playback vocals, which inspired him to continue and forge his legacy. In 2019, he also directed his first movie, earning him the title of Director. He has a tremendous deal of potential and will make a significant contribution to the film business.