Chidambaram S. Poduval

Chidambaram S. Poduval, known professionally as Chidambaram, is an Indian film director and screenwriter who works in Malayalam cinema. He is best known for his 2nd directorial Manjummel Boys which went to become the highest-grossing Malayalam film of 2024.

Personal life and career

Chidambaram is known for his debut film Jan.E.Man and Manjummel Boys. He is the elder brother of actor Ganapathi, who co-wrote Jan.E.Man along with him. He was previously an assistant director to Jayaraj and assistant cinematographer to Rajeev Ravi and K. U. Mohanan.