V. Manikandan
About V. Manikandan
V. Manikandan is a prominent Cinematographer in the hindi film industry (bollywood), known for their remarkable contributions to hindi cinema. Having debuted in 2015 with the film "Prem Ratan Dhan Payo", V. Manikandan has steadily built a distinguished career in bollywood entertainment.
Over the course of their career, V. Manikandan has been associated with 4 hindi films. V. Manikandan has worked across genres including Comedy, Mystery, Thriller, demonstrating remarkable versatility.
V. Manikandan is widely recognized for their on-screen chemistry with fellow bollywood artists. Their most frequent collaboration has been with Farhad Samji, having appeared together in 4 films. These collaborations have become highlights of bollywood and are celebrated by fans across Odisha.
V. Manikandan's most recent work includes the hindi film "Housefull 5" (2025), which received a "Released" verdict. Their performances continue to resonate deeply with bollywood audiences, making them a household name across Odisha.
As one of bollywood's celebrated Cinematographers, V. Manikandan's dedication to the craft has earned them critical acclaim and a loyal fanbase that extends beyond the borders of Odisha.
Filmography(4)
| Film | Release Date | Role | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
Housefull 5 Comedy | 5 Jun 2025 | Director of Photography | Released |
 Kisi Ka Bhai... Kisi Ki Jaan Romance | 21 Apr 2023 | Director of Photography | Released |
 Brahmāstra Part One: Shiva Action | 8 Sept 2022 | Director of Photography | Released |
 Prem Ratan Dhan Payo Romance | 11 Nov 2015 | Director of Photography | Average |
Career Timeline
4 films · Debut 2015
Frequent Co-stars(8)
Trailers(3)
V. Manikandan – Career & Contributions to Hindi Cinema
V. Manikandan is one of bollywood's celebrated cinematographers, having contributed to 4 hindi films in the hindi film industry (popularly known as bollywood), headquartered in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Throughout their career, V. Manikandan has collaborated with some of bollywood's finest artists, including Farhad Samji, Salman Khan, Ayan Mukerji. These on-screen partnerships have resonated strongly with bollywood audiences.
V. Manikandan has worked across multiple genres in hindi cinema, including Romance, Action, Comedy, Mystery, Thriller, Adventure. This versatility has made them a sought-after name across all kinds of bollywood productions.
V. Manikandan made their hindi film debut in 2015 with the film Prem Ratan Dhan Payo. Since then, they have steadily grown into one of bollywood's most recognised faces, building a loyal fanbase across Odisha and among the global bollywood diaspora.
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FAQs about V. Manikandan
How many hindi films has V. Manikandan acted in?▼
V. Manikandan has been part of 4 hindi films in bollywood, spanning genres such as Comedy, Mystery, Thriller.
What is V. Manikandan's most popular hindi film?▼
V. Manikandan's notable hindi films include "Housefull 5", "Kisi Ka Bhai... Kisi Ki Jaan", "Brahmāstra Part One: Shiva". Visit each movie page on The Cinema Verse for detailed cast, songs and review information.
What is V. Manikandan's role in hindi cinema?▼
V. Manikandan works as a Cinematographer in the hindi film industry (bollywood). They have made significant contributions to hindi cinema and remain a beloved figure among bollywood audiences.
When did V. Manikandan debut in bollywood?▼
V. Manikandan made their bollywood debut in 2015 with the film "Prem Ratan Dhan Payo".
What genres has V. Manikandan worked in?▼
V. Manikandan has worked in Romance (2 films), Action (2 films), Comedy (1 film), Mystery (1 film), Thriller (1 film), Adventure (1 film) in their hindi film career.