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| Karthikraaja | |
|---|---|
| Born | 29 June 1973 |
| Origin | Tamil Nadu, India |
| Occupations | Film composer, music director |
| Instruments | Vocals (playback singing), guitar, piano |
| Years active | 1996 – present |
| Website | Official website |
Karthik Raja (Tamil: கார்த்திக் ராஜா) is a Kollywood music director from Chennai, India. He made his debut as music composer in the Tamil movie, Alexander. He has worked with renowned Indian filmakers and producers including Amitabh Bachchan, Mani Ratnam, Jackie Shroff, Ajay Devgan.
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Personal life
Karthik Raja is the eldest son of legendary musician Ilaiyaraaja and Jeeva. His brother Yuvan Shankar Raja and sister Bhavatharini, who are also Kollywood music directors and playback singers, have worked with him on notable projects. He graduated from St. Bede's School in Chennai. On June 8, 2000, Karthik Raja married Raja Rajeswari at Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Discography
Film scores/Soundtracks
| Year | Film | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Anything For You | English | (Filming) |
| 2009 | Rettaisuzhi | Tamil | (Filming) |
| 2009 | Achamundu Achamundu | Tamil | |
| 2008 | Chakkara Viyugam | Tamil | |
| 2008 | Mukhbiir | Hindi | |
| 2008 | Maamadurai | Tamil | |
| 2007 | Oru Ponnu Oru Paiyan | Tamil | |
| 2007 | Murugaa | Tamil | |
| 2007 | Manathodu Mazhaikalam | Tamil | |
| 2006 | Thullura Vayasu | Tamil | |
| 2006 | Naalai | Tamil | |
| 2006 | Mercury Pookkal | Tamil | |
| 2005 | Neranja Manasu | Tamil | |
| 2004 | Rightaa Thappaa | Tamil | |
| 2004 | Kudaikul Mazhai | Tamil | |
| 2004 | Singara Chennai | Tamil | |
| 2003 | Ragasiyamai | Tamil | |
| 2003 | Inii | Tamil | (Short feature film) |
| 2003 | Pudhiya Geethai | Tamil | (Background Score only) |
| 2002 | Three Roses | Tamil | |
| 2002 | Album | Tamil | |
| 2002 | 16 December | Hindi | |
| 2001 | Mitr, My Friend | English | (Background Score only) |
| 2001 | Hum Ho Gaye Aap Ke | Hindi | (Background Score Only) |
| 2001 | Dumm Dumm Dumm | Tamil | |
| 2001 | Ullam Kollai Poguthae | Tamil | |
| 2001 | Vaanchinathan | Tamil | |
| 2000 | Hoo Anthiya Ohoo Anthiya | Kannada | |
| 2000 | Raju Chacha | Hindi | (Background Score only) |
| 1998 | Kadhala Kadhala | Tamil | |
| 1998 | Naam Iruvar Nammaku Iruvar | Tamil | |
| 1997 | Ullasam | Tamil | |
| 1997 | Grahan | Hindi | Winner, Filmfare RD Burman Award for New Music Talent |
| 1996 | Yenakku Oru Magan Pirappan | Tamil | |
| 1996 | Alexandar | Tamil | |
| 1996 | Manickam | Tamil | |
| 1994 | Raasamagan | Tamil | (Background Score only) |
| 1994 | Amaithi Padai | Tamil | (Background Score only) |
| 1993 | Aathma | Tamil | One track |
| 1993 | Sakkarai Thevan | Tamil | (Background Score only) |
| 1993 | Ponnumani | Tamil | One track |
| 1993 | Uzhaippali | Tamil | (Background Score only) |
| 1992 | Pandiyan | Tamil | One track |
Albums
| Year | Film | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Split Wide Open - Album | Hindi | One track |
| 2000 | Kaathalai Gauravikkum Neram | Tamil | |
| 2000 | India Unlimited | Hindi | |
| 2000 | Haule Haule | Hindi | Three tracks |
| 1997 | Meri Jaan Hindustan | Hindi | One track |
Awards
- 1998: Filmfare RD Burman Award for New Music Talent - Grahan
- 2001: Cinema Express Award for Best Music Director - Dumm Dumm Dumm
External links
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