Srinath

A. Srinath (born 18 July 1973) is an Indian actor and politician. He is a member of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly for the constituency of Thoothukkudi representing the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam. He was also an actor and film director in the Tamil cinema industry prior to his political career.

Personal life and career Srinath is the eldest son of Mr. Alnath Fernando, son of Mr. Richard Fernando from Manapad. His grandfather, Mr. Richard Fernando owned and operated a sailing ship (Dhoni) (TN.30 Eric Allnath) in Thoothukudi.

He has been a friend of Tamil actor Vijay since they were in college and has worked with him in several films.

He worked as an assistant director with director Jeeva, who gave him a break as an actor with films like Ullam Ketkumae (2005) and Unnale Unnale (2007). He is known for his roles in films like Santosh Subramaniam (2008), Maasilamani (2009) and Vettaikkaaran (2009), turned into a director with Muthirai (2009) followed by Vallavanukku Pullum Aayudham (2014), starring Santhanam. For his third directorial venture, Leg Piece (2025) starring Yogi Babu in the lead with an ensemble of comedy stars.

In 2026, he contested and won for TVK in Thoothukkudi.

Filmography All films are in Tamil, unless otherwise noted.

Actor

Director Muthirai (2009) Vallavanukku Pullum Aayudham (2014) Leg Piece (2025)

Television 2007-2008: Kadhalikka Neramillai