Karthik Sounderajan, professionally known as [[Dikkiloona|”’Karthik Yogi”’]], is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and actor who works predominantly in the Tamil film industry. He is best known for directing Dikkilona (2021), Vadakkupatti Ramasamy (2024), and Bro Code (upcoming).
Karthik Sounderajan, professionally known as [[Dikkiloona|”’Karthik Yogi”’]], is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and actor who works predominantly in the Tamil film industry. He is best known for directing Dikkilona (2021), Vadakkupatti Ramasamy (2024), and Bro Code (upcoming).
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KARTHIK YOGI
Karthik Sounderajan, professionally known as Karthik Yogi, is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and actor who works predominantly in the Tamil film industry. He is best known for directing Dikkilona (2021), Vadakkupatti Ramasamy (2024), and Bro Code (upcoming).
Early Life and Education
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Karthik Yogi |
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| Born |
Karthik Sounderajan 08-21 |
| Citizenship | Indian |
| Education | Legal Education at the School of Excellence in Law, Chennai |
| Occupation | Director |
| Notable work | • Best Dialogue Writer – Maanagaram, Chennai International Film Festival • Best Director – Vadakkupatti Ramasamy, Rajasthan Film Festival |
| Television | • Best Actor – Naalaya Iyakunar (Season 3) |
| Title | Director |
| Awards | Best Director – Vadakkupatti Ramasamy, Rajasthan Film Festival |
Karthik Yogi was born on 21 August in Tamil Nadu, India. He completed his legal education at the School of Excellence in Law, Chennai. After graduating, he practiced law for one year at the Madras High Court before pursuing a full-time career in cinema.
Career
Karthik Yogi began his journey in the film industry as a dialogue writer. He gained recognition as the dialogue writer for the film Maanagaram (2017), directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. His sharp and realistic dialogues in the film were highly praised, earning him the Best Dialogue Writer Award at the Chennai International Film Festival.
Following this success, he ventured into direction and made his debut with the science-fiction comedy Dikkilona (2021), starring Santhanam in a triple role. The film marked his entry as a writer-director known for his engaging storytelling and humor.
His next directorial, Vadakkupatti Ramasamy (2024), further established his reputation as a filmmaker capable of blending comedy and strong narratives. The film won him the Best Director Award at the Rajasthan Film Festival.
Karthik Yogi’s upcoming project, Bro Code, continues to showcase his interest in youthful, socially relevant themes with a commercial edge.
Television Career:
Before entering mainstream cinema, Karthik Yogi participated in the popular Tamil reality show Naalaya Iyakunar – Season 3, where he was awarded the Best Actor title. His short films during the show were well-received for their creativity and wit.
Acting Career:
Apart from writing and directing, Karthik Yogi has also acted in a few Tamil films, displaying his versatility as a performer and storyteller.
Awards and Recognition:
•  Best Dialogue Writer – Maanagaram, Chennai International Film Festival
• Best Director – Vadakkupatti Ramasamy, Rajasthan Film Festival
• Best Actor – Naalaya Iyakunar (Season 3)
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