Nelson movies & biography
Nelson Dilipkumar is an Indian film director and screenwriter born on 21 June 1984 in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India. He predominantly works in Tamil cinema and is known for blending dark humour with crime and action. His directorial debut was Kolamaavu Kokila (2018).
Quick facts
| Known for | Director |
|---|---|
| Born | 21 June 1984 (age 42) |
| Birthplace | Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Latest release | Jailer 2 (2026) |
Best Nelson movies
Jailer 2
Jailer
DoctorCareer overview
Nelson made his directorial debut with Kolamaavu Kokila (2018), which he also wrote. The film was a major critical and commercial success. He followed it with Doctor (2021), which he directed and wrote, and Beast (2022), also as director and writer. In 2023, he directed and wrote Jailer. Nelson is known for blending dark humour with crime and action, usually built around a quirky but very controlled central protagonist. He ventured into film production with Bloody Beggar (2024). His upcoming projects include Jailer 2 (2026), which he is directing and writing.
Nelson movies list
| Year | Movie | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Jailer 2 | Director | 8.1 TMDB |
| 2026 | Jailer 2 | Writer | 8.1 TMDB |
| 2023 | Jailer | Writer | 6.6 TMDB |
| 2023 | Jailer | Director | 6.6 TMDB |
| 2022 | Beast | Writer | 5.1 TMDB |
| 2022 | Beast | Director | 5.1 TMDB |
| 2021 | Doctor | Writer | 6.3 TMDB |
| 2021 | Doctor | Director | 6.3 TMDB |
Frequently asked questions
What is Nelson's latest movie?
Nelson's latest movie in our database is Jailer 2 (2026), where he is the director and writer.
What was Nelson's debut film?
Nelson made his directorial debut with Kolamaavu Kokila (2018), which he also wrote.
When and where was Nelson born?
Nelson was born on 21 June 1984 in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
What are Nelson's best-known films?
Nelson's best-known films include Kolamaavu Kokila (2018), Doctor (2021), and Jailer (2023).
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