Adhi, also known as Adhithya Ramachandran Venkatapathy, is a prominent figure in the Tamil music scene, best known as the founder of the Hiphop Tamizha musical duo. This post delves into his personal and professional life, exploring his journey from uploading rap songs online to becoming a celebrated artist and filmmaker.

Biography/Wiki

Born on February 20, 1990, in Sathyamangalam, Tamil Nadu, India, Adhi’s journey to fame began with the viral success of his track “Club Le Mabbu Le.” Inspired by Michael Jackson’s “Jam,” he cultivated his passion for hip-hop, initially sharing his creations online under the “Hiphop Tamizha” YouTube account, cleverly using Subramania Bharati’s photo to conceal his activities from his family. His father’s initial disapproval eventually turned to support upon witnessing his son’s talent and success.

Physical Appearance

Adhi stands at approximately 5’7″ and weighs 65 kg. He has brown eyes and black hair.

Family, Caste & Girlfriend

Adhi hails from a middle-class Gounder (Backward Class) Hindu family. His father works at Bharathiar University, while his mother has an agricultural background. He married Latchaya in a private ceremony in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh on November 30, 2017.

Career

Adhi’s educational background includes schooling at Chavara Vidya Bhavan, Coimbatore, an Electrical Engineering degree from Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, and an MBA from the University of Madras. His YouTube single, “Club Le Mabbu Le,” garnered over 2 million views within a week of its release, catapulting him into the spotlight.

In 2005, he formed Hiphop Tamizha with R. Jeeva, whom he met on Orkut. Their first Tamil hip-hop mixtape, “Vishwaroobam Arambam,” was released in 2005, followed by their debut album, “Hiphop Tamizhan,” in 2012. They’ve also produced numerous music videos, including “Excuse Me Kathali,” “Ezhuvoam Vaa,” and “Takkaru Takkaru.”

Adhi collaborated with Remy Martin on an unreleased international album, “International Tamizhan,” featuring American artists Sol and Emcee Call. He also ventured into film directing with “Meesaya Murukku” in 2017, starring himself as Adhithya/Adhi.

Awards & Recognition

• Recognized as the first artist to release a Tamil hip-hop album from India (World University of Records & India Book of Records).
• Internet Sensation of the Year (Big Tamil Entertainment Awards, 2013).
• The Rising Star of 2014 Male (Edison Awards, 2015).
• Saadhanai Tamizhan award (World Tamil Chamber of Commerce, 2016).
• Independent Artist of the Year (Anna University’s Techofes).

Facts

Beyond his music, Adhi’s entrepreneurial spirit shines through his ventures. He co-founded “Tamizhanda Clothing” in 2013 and established the music label “Madrasi Mafia,” supporting independent artists. He’s performed extensively at various events, including Deepwoods at Madras Christian College and Techofes at Anna University. His commitment to sharing his knowledge is evident in his 2015 brand management seminar at Dr. G.R. Damodaran College of Science.

His influence extends to television; Hiphop Tamizha composed the title song for the South Indian multilingual TV serial “Nandini” in 2017.