Who Is Suresh Krissna? Age, Biography, and Wiki
Suresh Krissna was born on June 25, 1959, making him 65 years old in 2025. He is a prominent Indian film director known for his work in Tamil cinema, and his directorial ventures have left an indelible mark on the industry. Over the years, Suresh has gained a reputation for crafting compelling narratives that resonate with the audience.
| Occupation | Directors |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | June 25, 1959 |
| Age | 65 Years |
| Birth Place | Bombay, Bombay State, India |
| Horoscope | Cancer |
| Country | India |
Popularity
Suresh Krissna's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
As of 2025, Suresh Krissna stands at approximately 5 feet 8 inches (172 cm) tall and weighs around 160 pounds (72 kg). His physique reflects his active lifestyle, which often includes juggling film projects and personal commitments.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Suresh Krissna is known for being quite private about his personal life. As of 2025, he is reportedly single, focusing more on his career and the upcoming film projects rather than dating. There is minimal information about his past relationships or any potential romantic interests, as he prefers to keep this aspect of his life away from the public eye.
Annual Salary:
- Estimated Annual Earnings: $500,000
- Primary Income Source: Film Directing
Career, Business, and Investments
Suresh Krissna's career took off in the late 1980s, and he became well known for directing films that successfully blended commercial appeal with strong storytelling. Some of his notable films include Baashha (1995), featuring Rajinikanth, and several other hits spanning various genres in Tamil cinema.
In recent years, he has expanded his horizons by venturing into production and other investment opportunities, including collaborations with emerging filmmakers and technology companies in the film sector.
He spent his early career in Mumbai. After completing his graduation in economics he joined the Mumbai office of L. V. Prasad for accounts management. Later he became an executive assistant to L. V. Prasad and also took care of the Prasad Productions Mumbai office. When L. V. Prasad started production of Ek Duuje Ke Liye (1981), directed by K.
Balachander, he assisted Prasad Productions on location. After completion of the film he went on to work for K. Balachander first assisting in Thaneer Thaneer (1981). Later he was elevated to associate director status in Achamillai Achamillai (1984).
Social Media Platforms:
- Instagram: @sureshkrissna
- Twitter: @sureshkrissna
Suresh Krissna has directed movies like Baba (2002), Rocky – The Rebel (2006), Ilaignan (2011) and Katari Veera Surasundarangi (2012). In 2012, Suresh Krissna published a book called 'My Days with Baashha', in which the director has penned down his memories of making super hit films with Rajnikanth.
Rajnikanth in an interview said that directors Suresh Krissna and Mani Ratnam are the ones who made him a Superstar.
Education
Suresh Krissna completed his primary education in his hometown in Tamil Nadu and later pursued higher studies in filmmaking. He attended the prestigious Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), where he honed his craft and developed a passion for storytelling that would later define his career.
