Some actors become famous overnight. Others spend years doing steady work, taking on supporting roles, and waiting for the right moment. Thrigun belongs to the second group. He is an Indian actor who has appeared in supporting roles in Telugu and Tamil language films. Now, with Bigg Boss Telugu 10, a much wider audience is meeting the man behind the characters.
Who is Thrigun?
Thrigun is a Telugu and Tamil film actor who was earlier known as Adith Arun. He adopted the new screen name in 2022 and has worked in both industries since. He made his acting debut with the Telugu thriller Katha in 2009. In 2026, he became one of the 16 contestants in Bigg Boss Telugu 10.
Thrigun Biography Overview
| Screen Name | Thrigun |
| Earlier Screen Name | Adith Arun |
| Real Name | Adith Eswaran (also reported as Arun Eswaran) |
| Profession | Actor |
| Date of Birth | Early June (reported as 8 June 1990; unconfirmed) |
| Birthplace | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| Education | Schooling in Visakhapatnam; journalism at Madras Christian College |
| Industries | Telugu, Tamil, Kannada |
| Debut Film | Katha (2009) |
| Wife | Nivedita |
| Known For | Katha, Konda, WWW, Dear Megha, Eesha |
| TV Appearance | Bigg Boss Telugu 10 (2026) |
Early Life & Education
Thrigun was born in Chennai as the only son of his parents. He did his schooling in Visakhapatnam, which explains his comfort with the Telugu-speaking world. He later studied journalism at Madras Christian College. Details about his parents have not been made public, so this article does not guess at them.
Entry into Films: The Prakash Raj Connection
His break came through an audition. He met Prakash Raj at an audition for Inidhu Inidhu, the Tamil version of Happy Days, which Prakash Raj was producing. Through that meeting he met other producers and was signed as the male lead of the 2009 Telugu thriller Katha.* A lead role in a debut film is rare, and it put him on the Telugu industry’s radar early.
Career Journey
The early years (2009–2017). After Katha, the road was uneven. Weekend Love (2014) got a lukewarm response, and Tungabhadra (2015) sank at the box office despite positive reviews for his performance. In 2017 he starred in the Yupp TV web series Mana Mugguri Love Story alongside Navdeep and Tejaswi Madivada.
Konda and the RGV connection. One of his best-known roles came in Konda, directed by Ram Gopal Varma. He played the title role of Konda Murali. The role earned him strong appreciation and built a connection with Telugu audiences.
Kirayi. The film Kirayi is about hired killers in Guntur and the Palnadu region. Its first look was launched by director Harish Shankar on the eve of the actor’s birthday.
Recent years. He played a double role in the 2024 film Line Man, released in Kannada and Telugu. More recently, Eesha, a horror thriller starring Thrigun and Hebah Patel, was delayed to avoid a clash with Akhanda 2. It released in December 2025, followed by Sweety Naughty Crazy in February 2026.
Popular Movies and Web Series
| Year | Title | Role | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Katha | Krishna | Telugu |
| 2014 | Weekend Love | Ganesh | Telugu |
| 2015 | Tungabhadra | Sreenu | Telugu |
| 2017 | Mana Mugguri Love Story (web series) | Lead | Telugu |
| 2019 | Dear Megha, 24 Kisses, WWW | – | Telugu |
| 2022 | Konda | Konda Murali | Telugu |
| 2024 | Line Man | Natesha / Nataraj | Kannada, Telugu |
| 2025 | Eesha | Lead | Telugu |
| 2026 | Sweety Naughty Crazy | – | Telugu |
Thrigun Wife & Family
Thrigun married Nivedita, in a marriage that came with his elders’ blessings and was attended by family and close friends. Telugu media reports say he had planned a bigger wedding at first but chose a simple ceremony. These details come from his own statements as reported by media and have not been independently verified.
Thrigun in Bigg Boss Telugu 10
In September 2026, Thrigun entered the Bigg Boss Telugu 10 house. The season began with 10 celebrities and 6 contestants from Bigg Boss Agnipariksha. The show is hosted by Akkineni Nagarjuna.
His time in the house has been eventful:
- Fights broke out from day one, and he drew attention for aggressive behaviour.
- He was nominated in Week 3, in an eight-member nomination list.
- He had a heated argument with wild-card entrant Mithilesh, who challenged his gameplay.
- He was nominated again in Week 4.
The show has pushed a long-time supporting actor into the centre of weekly conversation, and his journey is still unfolding.
Interesting Facts about Thrigun
- He changed his screen name from Adith Arun to Thrigun in 2022.
- His first lead role came through Prakash Raj, at an audition for a different film.
- He works across Telugu, Tamil and Kannada cinema.
- He studied journalism before acting full-time.
- He chose a simple wedding despite earlier plans for a larger one.
FAQs about Thrigun
1. Who is Thrigun?
Thrigun is a Telugu and Tamil actor, formerly known as Adith Arun, and a contestant on Bigg Boss Telugu 10.
2. What is Thrigun’s real name?
Sources report Adith Eswaran or Arun Eswaran. He was credited as Adith Arun before 2022.
3. Why did Adith Arun change his name to Thrigun?
He changed his screen name in 2022. Telugu media covered the change, but this article does not speculate on his reasons.
4. Who is Thrigun’s wife?
He is married to Nivedita.
5. Which are Thrigun’s best-known movies?
Katha, Konda, WWW, Dear Megha, Line Man and Eesha.
6. Is Thrigun in Bigg Boss Telugu 10?
Yes, he is one of the 16 contestants of the 2026 season.
7. What is Thrigun’s age?
Some sites list his birth date as 8 June 1990, which would make him 36, but this isn’t confirmed. Another report suggests his birthday falls around 9 June. Confirm it before publishing.
