R. Rathnavelu | |
|---|---|
 Rathnavelu in 2012 | |
| Born | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Alma mater | Madras Film Institute |
| Occupation | Cinematographer |
| Years active | 1997–present |
| Spouse | Hema Rathnavelu |
R. Rathnavelu is an Indian cinematographer who works predominantly in Tamil and Telugu films. His work in films such as Sethu, Nandha, Vaaranam Aayiram, Enthiran, 1: Nenokkadine, Rangasthalam and Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy garnered recognition.[1][2] He has garnered three Filmfare Awards South, the Vijay Awards, the Tamil Nadu State Film Award, two SIIMA Awards and the Kalaimamani Award bestowed by the Tamil Nadu state government for his work.[3][4]
- ^ "I adore Rajinikanth: Rathnavelu". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 25 October 2012.
- ^ Chowdhary, Y. Sunita (19 February 2018). "R Rathnavelu on making dual headway". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 28 March 2023.
- ^ "Interview with R. Rathnavelu - Telugu cinema cinematographer".
- ^ Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (11 January 2017). "Khaidi No.150: Chiranjeevi returns in style". The Hindu.