Stun Siva
V. Sivakumar, better known by his professional name Stun Siva, is an Indian stunt choreographer notable for his work in the South Indian film industry. Born in Chennai, Sivakumar developed an early interest in the Vietnamese martial art of Vovinam, which later influenced his approach to cinematic stunts. He began his career as a motorbike mechanic before transitioning to the film industry, where he started as a stunt fighter and assistant to stunt masters including Kanal Kannan and Rambo Rajkumar, later he became as a stunt master and actor. Stunt professionals such as Anal Arasu, K. Ganesh Kumar, Silva, Besant Ravi, Anbariv, and Rajendran have collaborated with him, serving as fighters and assistants.
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Born | Siva Kumar |
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Years active | 1989-present |
Children | 2 |
Sivakumar has collaborated with prominent actors such as Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Vijay, and Aamir Khan. His notable works include films like "Akhanda", "Vettaiyadu Vilaiyadu", and "Jailer". His dedication to realism and safety in stunt choreography has earned him acclaim within the industry.
In addition to his own achievements, Sivakumar's legacy in the industry is also reflected in the careers of his sons, Kevin and Steven, who have pursued careers as stunt directors. His son Kevin Kumar made his debut as stunt coordinator with Adanga Maru.