Raghava Lawrence

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Name: Raghava Lawrence (also known as Lawrence Raghavendra).
Profession: Indian choreographer, actor, director, composer, and playback singer.
Choreography debut: 1993.
Acting debut: 1998 in a Telugu film at age 22.
Name change: Adopted "Lawrence" in 2001.
Breakthrough films: Style (Telugu) and Muni.
Dance style: Intricate hip-hop and westernised dance moves.
Awards: 4 Filmfare Awards and 3 Nandi Awards for best choreography.
Birthday: October 29, 1976.
Place of Birth: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Known credits: 61.
Gender: Male.

Raghava Lawrence, also known as Lawrence Raghavendra, is an Indian choreographer who has worked as an actor, director, composer, and playback singer. Born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, on October 29, 1976, he made his debut as a choreographer in 1993. He began his acting career in 1998 in a Telugu film at the age of 22. After adopting the name Lawrence in 2001, he achieved breakthroughs with the Telugu film Style and the film Muni. He is recognized for his intricate hip-hop and westernised dance moves. His work in choreography has earned him four Filmfare Awards and three Nandi Awards for best choreography. He has 61 known credits.