Sivakarthikeyan

During college, Sivakarthikeyan took part in various cultural events and performed mimicry and standup comedy onstage.{{cite web |url=https://nettv4u.com/celebrity/tamil/movie-actor/sivakarthikeyan |title=Kollywood Movie Actor Sivakarthikeyan Biography, News, Photos, Videos |website=nettv4u|access-date=16 February 2021|archive-date=19 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210119234316/https://nettv4u.com/celebrity/tamil/movie-actor/sivakarthikeyan|url-status=live}} Between his studies, he took a three month-break, and during this period, his friends convinced him to go for auditions of Kalakka Povathu Yaaru?, a comedy reality TV show airing on Star Vijay. He started his career as a mimicry artist. Despite initial reluctance to participate, he won the second season of the show in 2006.Lakshmi, V. (27 June 2013) [http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/I-never-thought-Id-become-a-hero-Siva/articleshow/20791108.cms I never thought I'd become a hero: Sivakarthikeyan] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190501033542/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/I-never-thought-Id-become-a-hero-Siva/articleshow/20791108.cms |date=1 May 2019 }}. The Times of India. The makers of Aegan (2008) noticed Sivakarthikeyan and offered him a supporting role in the film, but his portions did not make the final cut.{{cite web |url=http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movies-cinema-news-10/siva-karthikeyan-values-his-20-minutes-with-ajith-ajith-siva-karthikeyan-18-02-13.html |title=Siva Karthikeyan values his 20 minutes with Ajith, Ajith, Siva Karthikeyan |website=www.behindwoods.com|access-date=5 February 2020|archive-date=29 March 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190329134930/http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movies-cinema-news-10/siva-karthikeyan-values-his-20-minutes-with-ajith-ajith-siva-karthikeyan-18-02-13.html|url-status=live}} He appeared in short films, including his friend Atlee's Mugaputhagam,{{cite AV media |date=9 April 2011 |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfk5gSqrZSM |title=MUGAPUTHAGAM – FACEBOOK SHORT FILM |publisher=A for apple productions |via=YouTube |access-date=30 May 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220528081034/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pfk5gSqrZSM |archive-date=28 May 2022 |url-status=live}} Identity, Kurahl 786, and 360°.

Director Pandiraj approached Sivakarthikeyan to play the lead role in his film Marina (2012), and he signed the project. He prepared for the role by paying close attention to Pandiraj's instructions and visiting Marina Beach extensively to study the surroundings, while revealing that he hoped that his natural talent of humor would come through onscreen.[http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-metroplus/love-and-laughter/article2996238.ece Love and laughter] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140309210850/http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-metroplus/love-and-laughter/article2996238.ece |date=9 March 2014 }}. The Hindu (15 March 3018). Retrieved on 13 April 2014. Featuring alongside Oviya as a young couple in the film, Sivakarthikeyan's performance was well-received, with a critic noting "the romance adds colour to a monochrome film", while the reviewer also noted that the "role of Senthilnathan requires Siva to be just himself, it is just a cake walk in terms of performance for this actor."[http://behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-reviews/reviews-2/feb-12-01/marina-review.html Marina Review – Marina Movie Review] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120621105005/http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-reviews/reviews-2/feb-12-01/marina-review.html |date=21 June 2012 }}. Behindwoods.com.

Prior to Marina{{'}}s release, Aishwarya Rajinikanth had signed Sivakarthikeyan up to play a supporting role as Dhanush's friend in 3, after being impressed with his work onstage as a host.[http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/television/article250536.ece?pageToolsFontSize=130%25#.UxyZn_l_uSo Here's why Siva is unhappy!] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160306084514/http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/television/article250536.ece?pageToolsFontSize=130%25#.UxyZn_l_uSo |date=6 March 2016 }}. The New Indian Express. Retrieved on 13 April 2014. Following significant pre-release hype, the film opened to predominantly positive reviews with critics appreciating Sivakarthikeyan's work providing comic relief in a serious film.[http://www.sify.com/movies/3-review-tamil-14995392.html Movie Review : 3] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140419020310/http://www.sify.com/movies/3-review-tamil-14995392.html |date=19 April 2014 }}. Sify.com. Retrieved on 13 April 2014. The project also marked the beginning of an association with Dhanush, whom Sivakarthikeyan has often stated is his mentor in the film industry.

He was next seen in Ezhil's romantic comedy Manam Kothi Paravai later that same year, which opened to mixed reviews but had a decent run at the box office. A critic from Behindwoods noted that the film "might not provide Sivakarthikeyan the platform he is aspiring for – lead roles in movies. But it does showcase his potential as an actor."[http://behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-reviews/reviews-2/jun-12-01/manam-kothi-paravai-review.html Manam Kothi Paravai Review – Manam Kothi Paravai Movie Review] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130918014701/http://behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-reviews/reviews-2/jun-12-01/manam-kothi-paravai-review.html |date=18 September 2013 }}. Behindwoods.com. Retrieved on 13 April 2014. This was the breakthrough performance in his film career

In 2013, Sivakarthikeyan appeared in three films. In his first release of the year, Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga, a dual hero coming-of-age comedy, Sivakarthikeyan partnered once again with Pandiraj and shot for the film in his hometown of Tiruchirappalli alongside Vimal.[http://www.thehindu.com/features/cinema/smart-alec/article4372299.ece Smart Alec] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140309201644/http://www.thehindu.com/features/cinema/smart-alec/article4372299.ece |date=9 March 2014 }}. The Hindu (2 February 2013). Retrieved on 13 April 2014. The film opened to positive reviews from critics.[http://www.sify.com/movies/kedi-billa-killadi-ranga-review-review-tamil-15024617.html Movie Review: Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga review] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140412074257/http://www.sify.com/movies/kedi-billa-killadi-ranga-review-review-tamil-15024617.html |date=12 April 2014 }}. Sify.com. Retrieved on 13 April 2014.[http://www.rediff.com/movies/review/south-review-kedi-billa-killadi-ranga-is-an-entertainer/20130329.htm Review: Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga is an entertainer – Rediff.com Movies] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140428160332/http://www.rediff.com/movies/review/south-review-kedi-billa-killadi-ranga-is-an-entertainer/20130329.htm |date=28 April 2014 }}. Rediff.com (29 March 2013). Retrieved on 13 April 2014. The film became a surprise success at the box office and ended up being a profitable venture for producers and distributors.[http://www.sify.com/movies/kedi-billa-killadi-ranga-a-mass-hit-news-tamil-nefkI1jabih.html Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga-A mass hit] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140122231529/http://www.sify.com/movies/kedi-billa-killadi-ranga-a-mass-hit-news-tamil-nefkI1jabih.html |date=22 January 2014 }}. Sify.com (5 April 2013). Retrieved on 13 April 2014. His next success was through Dhanush's debut production venture Ethir Neechal, written and directed by R. S. Durai Senthilkumar, a former assistant of film director, Vetrimaaran. It is a story about a young man having talent as a runner, who strives to make an identity for himself. His third release in 2013, director Ponram's comedy Varuthapadatha Valibar Sangam, saw him portray a carefree rural youth where he paired up with another newcomer Sri Divya. Actor Soori played an important role in the film as Sivakarthikeyan's close friend. It was also the first time that Sivakarthikeyan sang a song in a film, and a promotional video of its making was released to market the film. He won positive reviews for his performance from critics, with Sify noting "Sivakarthikeyan is terrific as Bosepandi because he makes it look so believable on screen with his body language, eyes and dialogue delivery". Another reviewer called him a delight to watch and claimed that he carried the script.Mannath, Malini. (8 September 2013) [http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/reviews/Varuthapadatha-Vaalibar-Sangam-Karthikeyans-splendid-take/2013/09/08/article1773669.ece#.Uxyi-fl_uSo Varuthapadatha Vaalibar Sangam: Karthikeyan's splendid take] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140309211910/http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/reviews/Varuthapadatha-Vaalibar-Sangam-Karthikeyans-splendid-take/2013/09/08/article1773669.ece#.Uxyi-fl_uSo |date=9 March 2014 }}. The New Indian Express. Retrieved on 13 April 2014. The film completed 100 days during its theatrical run and was Sivakarthikeyan's biggest commercial box office success at that time.[http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news-interviews/Yet-another-century-for-Sivakarthikeyan/articleshow/27341079.cms Yet another century for Sivakarthikeyan – The Times of India] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180522030403/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news-interviews/Yet-another-century-for-Sivakarthikeyan/articleshow/27341079.cms |date=22 May 2018 }}. Timesofindia.indiatimes.com (14 December 2013). Retrieved on 13 April 2014. Sivakarthikeyan's entertaining performances in 2013 led him to win the year's Vijay Award for Entertainer of the Year, an onstage moment which Sivakarthikeyan described as "memorable".{{cite web |url=http://www.ibtimes.co.in/Vijay-awards-ajiths-arrambam-kamal-haasan-sivakarthikeyan-bag-awards-winners-list-603771 |title=Vijay Awards: Ajith's "Arrambam", Kamal Haasan, Sivakarthikeyan Bag Awards [Winners List] |publisher=Ibtimes.co.in |date=6 July 2014 |access-date=5 August 2014 |archive-date=19 May 2017 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170519170623/http://www.ibtimes.co.in/vijay-awards-ajiths-arrambam-kamal-haasan-sivakarthikeyan-bag-awards-winners-list-603771 |url-status=live}} He started the year 2014 with a comedy film Maan Karate produced by A. R. Murugadoss. The film featured him as a carefree urban youth who fakes himself as a boxer to impress a girl.

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In 2015, Sivakarthikeyan paired up once again with Durai Senthilkumar for a police action film, Kaaki Sattai. The film released on 27 February 2015. It was a story about a sincere constable who takes risks to stop black market organ donation and having the aim to become an Inspector.[http://www.ibtimes.co.in/kakki-sattai-kaaki-sattai-opening-weekend-box-office-collection-sivakarthikeyans-film-earns-624983 'Kakki Sattai (Kaaki Sattai) Opening Weekend Box Office Collection: Sivakarthikeyan's Film Earns ₹13.34 Crore in the First Weekend] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150303001223/http://www.ibtimes.co.in/kakki-sattai-kaaki-sattai-opening-weekend-box-office-collection-sivakarthikeyans-film-earns-624983 |date=3 March 2015 }}. Ibtimes.co.in (2 March 2015). Retrieved on 6 May 2015. He again joined hands with Ponram in the film Rajini Murugan, starring another newcomer Keerthy Suresh. The film's producer, N. Linguswamy, ultimately failed to provide Sivakarthikeyan with his salary due to losses incurred by the film's delayed release.{{Cite news |last=Pillai |first=Sreedhar |url=https://www.thehindu.com/features/cinema/uttama-villain-release-controversies/article7164723.ece |title=Trouble in Kollywood |date=2015-05-02 |work=The Hindu|access-date=2020-03-19 |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X|archive-date=19 January 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210119090857/https://www.thehindu.com/features/cinema/uttama-villain-release-controversies/article7164723.ece|url-status=live}} His film Remo, directed by debutant Bakkiyaraj Kannan and produced by R. D. Raja, featured Sivakarthikeyan playing a lovestruck youth disguising himself as a female nurse to befriend his love interest.{{cite web |url=http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movies/remo/remo-review.html |title=Remo (aka) Sivakarthikeyan's Remo review |website=Behindwoods |access-date=14 November 2018 |date=7 October 2016 |archive-date=22 March 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180322232429/http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movies/remo/remo-review.html |url-status=live}} Sivakarthikeyan's next venture was director Mohan Raja's action-thriller, Velaikkaran, pairing with Nayanthara and featuring Fahadh Faasil as the main antagonist. The film, which revolves around an employee fighting against food adulteration in society, was released in 2017 to positive reviews from critics.{{cite web |url=http://www.sify.com/movies/velaikkaran-review--an-honest-film-that-hits-the-right-notes-review-tamil-rmwljKdhcehdb.html |title=Velaikkaran review- An honest film that hits the right notes |website=Sify |date=22 December 2017 |access-date=22 December 2017 |archive-date=3 April 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190403204257/http://www.sify.com/movies/velaikkaran-review--an-honest-film-that-hits-the-right-notes-review-tamil-rmwljKdhcehdb.html |url-status=dead}} He then featured in the 2018 film Seemaraja, collaborating with director Ponram for the third time. The film, featuring an ensemble cast including Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Simran, Lal and Soori, released to mixed reviews.{{Cite news |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/seema-raja-review-the-decline-of-royalty/article24941234.ece |title='Seema Raja' review: The decline of royalty |first=Srinivasa |last=Ramanujam |newspaper=The Hindu |url-access=subscription |date=13 September 2018|access-date=14 November 2019|archive-date=21 March 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200321173516/https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/seema-raja-review-the-decline-of-royalty/article24941234.ece|url-status=live}} Later that year, he acted in the film, Kanaa, the directorial debut of Arunraja Kamaraj and the debut film of Sivakarthikeyan's production company Sivakarthikeyan Productions. The film features Sivakarthikeyan as a cricket coach, acting alongside Aishwarya Rajesh and Sathyaraj. The film was released to highly positive reviews.{{cite news |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/kanaa-release-dates-announced/articleshow/66478137.cms |title='Kanaa' release dates announced |website=The Times of India |date=2 November 2018 |access-date=22 September 2022|archive-date=22 September 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220922170935/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/kanaa-release-dates-announced/articleshow/66478137.cms|url-status=live}} Sivakarthikeyan's first 2019 film was Mr. Local, starring opposite Nayanthara for the second time, which received poor reviews. His scenes from Kanaa were reused in the Telugu remake of the film titled Kousalya Krishnamurthy. In 2019, Sivakarthikeyan appeared in the family drama film Namma Veettu Pillai, and in a superhero film Hero.{{Cite web|url=https://m.timesofindia.com/entertainment/tamil/movie-reviews/namma-veetu-pillai/amp_movie_review/71324988.cms|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190927192230/https://m.timesofindia.com/entertainment/tamil/movie-reviews/namma-veetu-pillai/amp_movie_review/71324988.cms|url-status=dead|archive-date=27 September 2019|title=Namma Veettu Pillai Movie Review {3/5}: Sivakarthikeyan starrer is an okayish family drama|website=The Times of India|access-date=27 September 2019}}{{Cite web |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/hero-movie-review-sivakarthikeyan-s-film-has-interesting-premise-but-let-down-by-execution-1629925-2019-12-20 |title=Hero Movie Review: Sivakarthikeyan's film has interesting premise, but let down by execution |date=20 December 2019 |author=Janani K. |website=India Today |language=en|access-date=2020-01-12|archive-date=22 September 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220922144654/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/hero-movie-review-sivakarthikeyan-s-film-has-interesting-premise-but-let-down-by-execution-1629925-2019-12-20|url-status=live}}

Sivakarthikeyan's only 2021 film was Doctor, which received highly positive reviews from critics and audiences. It became the highest-grossing film of his career, with a global collection of 100 crore rupees. This is his first movie to join the 100 crore club. His next release was Don, which released in 2022.{{cite web |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/tamil-cinema/sivakarthikeyans-new-film-titled-don-makers-tease-with-announcement-video-101611735620538.html |title=Sivakarthikeyan's new film titled Don, makers tease with announcement video |work=Hindustan Times |date=27 January 2021|access-date = 3 March 2021|archive-date = 10 February 2021|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20210210042139/https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/tamil-cinema/sivakarthikeyans-new-film-titled-don-makers-tease-with-announcement-video-101611735620538.html|url-status = live}}{{cite news |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/don-to-make-its-digital-premiere-next-month/articleshow/91591030.cms |title='Don' to make its digital premiere next month |website=The Times of India |date=16 May 2022 |access-date=8 June 2022|archive-date=26 May 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220526060406/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/don-to-make-its-digital-premiere-next-month/articleshow/91591030.cms|url-status=live}} Like Doctor, it received favorable reviews by both the critics and audience. It also went on to collect 100 crores at the global box office, becoming his second consecutive 100 crore hit. In 2022, he began filming for Prince under the direction of K. V. Anudeep.{{cite web |date=10 February 2022 |title=The shooting of 'SK 20' begins with a muhurat puja; Sathyaraj joins Sivakarthikeyan |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/the-shooting-of-sk-20-begins-with-a-muhurat-puja-sathyaraj-joins-sivakarthikeyan/articleshow/89477943.cms |website=The Times of India |access-date=10 February 2022 |archive-date=10 February 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220210121904/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/the-shooting-of-sk-20-begins-with-a-muhurat-puja-sathyaraj-joins-sivakarthikeyan/articleshow/89477943.cms |url-status=live}}{{Cite web |date=1 January 2022 |title=Sivakarthikeyan To Make His Tollywood Debut With Director Anudeep KV's Next |url=https://www.outlookindia.com/website/story/sivakarthikeyan-to-make-his-tollywood-debut-with-director-anudeep-kvs-next/407776 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220622151954/https://www.outlookindia.com/website/story/sivakarthikeyan-to-make-his-tollywood-debut-with-director-anudeep-kvs-next/407776 |archive-date=22 June 2022 |access-date=22 June 2022 |website=Outlook}} At the same time, he also began shooting for Maaveeran, which was directed by Madonne Ashwin.{{cite news |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/aditi-shankar-begins-shooting-for-sivakarthikeyans-maaveeran/articleshow/93945174.cms |title=Aditi Shankar begins shooting for Sivakarthikeyan's Maaveeran |website=The Times of India |date=2 September 2022|access-date= 22 September 2022|archive-date= 22 September 2022|archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20220922144008/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/aditi-shankar-begins-shooting-for-sivakarthikeyans-maaveeran/articleshow/93945174.cms|url-status= live}}{{Cite web |date=16 July 2022 |title=Mahesh Babu Unveiled The Title Of Sivakarthikeyan's Mahaveerudu |url=https://english.sakshi.com/news/tollywood/mahesh-babu-unveiled-title-sivakarthikeyans-mahaveerudu-158214 |website=Sakshi Post|access-date=22 September 2022|archive-date=22 September 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220922144200/https://english.sakshi.com/news/tollywood/mahesh-babu-unveiled-title-sivakarthikeyans-mahaveerudu-158214|url-status=live}}{{Cite web |date=15 July 2022 |title='Maaveeran': Sivakarthikeyan-Madonne Ashwin film's title announced |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/maaveeran-sivakarthikeyan-madonne-ashwin-film-officially-announced/article65643115.ece |website=The Hindu|access-date=22 September 2022|archive-date=22 September 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220922144917/https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/maaveeran-sivakarthikeyan-madonne-ashwin-film-officially-announced/article65643115.ece|url-status=live}} Prince released in 2022 to negative reviews, but Maaveeran released in 2023 and was a commercial success. Soon after, on the occasion of Pongal, his long-delayed film Ayalaan was released in 2024 to generally positive reviews, especially with families. The film used 1,400 visual shots, which is the most for any Indian film. Clashing with his former co-star's film Captain Miller, the film grossed over ₹96 crores (US$12 million), emerging as a box office success, and becoming among the highest-grossing Indian films of 2024.{{Cite news |date=2024-02-01 |title=Sivakarthikeyan's 'Ayalaan' Telugu version is blocked from theatres; deets inside |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/sivakarthikeyans-ayalaan-telugu-version-blocked-from-theatres/articleshow/107321119.cms |access-date=2024-02-16 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}} A month later, Sivakarthikeyan's film with Raaj Kamal Films International, directed by Rajkumar Periyasamy, was announced, previously under the tentative title SK21.{{Cite news |date=2022-01-15 |title=It's official: Sivakarthikeyan's next with Rajkumar Periyasamy |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/its-official-sivakarthikeyans-next-with-rajkumar-periyasamy/articleshow/88918740.cms?from=mdr&from=mdr |access-date=2024-02-16 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}} On 16 February 2024, the title was revealed to be Amaran, as confirmed by a teaser trailer.{{Citation |title=AMARAN TEASER {{!}} Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan {{!}} Sivakarthikeyan {{!}} Rajkumar {{!}} GV Prakash {{!}} R. Mahendran | date=16 February 2024 |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A76db9lX2fE |access-date=2024-02-16 |language=en}} The teaser garnered more than 2 million views within 6 hours. Amaran became a sleeper hit at the box office, emerged as the second highest-grossing Tamil film of 2024, garnering widespread critical acclaim for its engaging screenplay, based on the real life incidents revolving around veteran Indian army officer Mukund Varadarajan.{{Cite web |last=Kaushal |first=Sweta |title=India: Big Global Scores For Tamil Films 'Kanguva', 'Amaran' |url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/swetakaushal/2024/11/21/india-big-global-scores-for-tamil-films-kanguva-amaran/ |access-date=2024-12-10 |website=Forbes |language=en}}{{Cite news |date=2024-11-24 |title='Amaran' box office collection day 24: Sivakarthikeyan and Sai Pallavi's film dominates |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/box-office/amaran-box-office-collection-day-24-sivakarthikeyan-and-sai-pallavis-film-dominates/articleshow/115619108.cms |access-date=2024-12-10 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}} Sivakarthikeyan brought out a unique flair in Amaran, his first major fully-fledged action entertainer, although his acting on few occasions fell apart and his acting did not provide the level of intensity in few emotional sequences, but he managed to unleash terrific screen presence in the action sequences in the role of Mukund Varadarajan.{{Cite web |title=Amaran - Problematic propaganda {{!}} Tamil Guardian |url=https://www.tamilguardian.com/content/amaran-problematic-propaganda |access-date=2024-12-10 |website=www.tamilguardian.com}}

His next film was announced, to be directed by A. R. Murugadoss, in his second collaboration with the director, after him previously producing Maan Karate. Anirudh Ravichander was announced as the music director for the film, in his ninth collaboration with the musician, as confirmed by his presence at the film's muharat pooja.{{Citation |title=#SKxARM Pooja Ceremony {{!}} Siva Karthikeyan, Rukmini Vasanth {{!}} A R Murugadoss {{!}} Anirudh Ravichander | date=15 February 2024 |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOizgF3OCro |access-date=2024-02-16 |language=en}} The movie is under the working title SK23.{{cn|date=November 2024}}

In 2023, Tamil composer D. Imman publicly announced that he would no longer collaborate with actor Sivakarthikeyan, mentioning a personal betrayal that deeply impacted his life. He chose not to share further details, emphasizing his children’s well-being and the importance of privacy. {{cite web |title=Music composer D Imman says he will never work with Sivakarthikeyan again: 'He betrayed me' |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/tamil/music-composer-d-imman-says-he-will-never-work-with-sivakarthikeyan-again-he-betrayed-me-8987131/ |access-date=17 October 2023 |website= TheIndianExpress |date=17 October 2023 |language=en}}

Subsequently, rumours emerged suggesting an inappropriate relationship between Sivakarthikeyan and Imman’s ex-wife, Monica Richard. Monica addressed these rumours, clarifying that Sivakarthikeyan had only acted as a mediator during her divorce, trying to help preserve family harmony. She firmly denied any inappropriate relationship and expressed concern over the misinterpretation of Imman’s comments.{{cite web |title="SK ஜென்டில்மேன்" இமானின் முன்னாள் மனைவி விளக்கம் - என்ன பேசினார்?|url=https://zeenews.india.com/tamil/movies/shocking-statements-of-d-imman-first-wife-monica-richard-in-sivakarthikeyan-issue-468446 |access-date=18 October 2023 |website= ZeeNews |date=18 October 2023 |language=en}}

Sivakarthikeyan married Aarthi on 27 August 2010.{{cite web |title=Aarthi and Sivakarthikeyan's Adorable Wedding Video Goes Viral |url=https://www.indiaglitz.com/sivakarthikeyan-wife-aarthi-sivakarthikeyan-wedding-video-doctor-ayalaan-don-tamil-_amp-news-289863 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210925162534/https://www.indiaglitz.com/sivakarthikeyan-wife-aarthi-sivakarthikeyan-wedding-video-doctor-ayalaan-don-tamil-_amp-news-289863 |archive-date=25 September 2021 |access-date=25 September 2021}} The couple have three children, Aardhana, Gugan and Pavan.{{cite web |date=12 July 2021 |title=Sivakarthikeyan and his wife Aarthi blessed with their second child, a baby boy |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/sivakarthikeyan-and-his-wife-aarthi-blessed-with-their-second-child-a-baby-boy-1827105-2021-07-12 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220922143355/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/sivakarthikeyan-and-his-wife-aarthi-blessed-with-their-second-child-a-baby-boy-1827105-2021-07-12 |archive-date=22 September 2022 |access-date=22 September 2022 |website=India Today}}{{cite web |date=4 August 2021 |title=Sivakarthikeyan introduces his son Gugan Doss See first pic |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/sivakarthikeyan-introduces-his-son-gugan-doss-see-first-pic-1836467-2021-08-04 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220922143355/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/sivakarthikeyan-introduces-his-son-gugan-doss-see-first-pic-1836467-2021-08-04 |archive-date=22 September 2022 |access-date=22 September 2022 |website=India Today}}{{cite news |last1=The Hindu |first1= |date=15 July 2024 |title=Actor Sivakarthikeyan, wife Aarthi name their baby boy Pavan |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/actor-sivakarthikeyan-wife-aarthi-name-their-baby-boy-pavan/article68405982.ece |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241114101139/https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/actor-sivakarthikeyan-wife-aarthi-name-their-baby-boy-pavan/article68405982.ece |archive-date=14 November 2024 |access-date=14 November 2024 |language=en-IN}}

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