Chandramouli Vidyasaghar

Chandramouli Vidyasaghar (born July 1980) is an Indian entrepreneur, photographer, and endurance cyclist, widely respected for his leadership in the printing and publishing industry, as well as his passion for wildlife photography and fitness.

He is the Director of Orient Color Art Printers Pvt. Ltd., one of the most prominent printing companies in South India, and a Partner in The Orient Industries, a leading manufacturer of high-quality playing cards with international recognition. Through these ventures, Chandramouli has played a pivotal role in modernizing Sivakasi’s traditional printing industry, bringing in innovation, sustainability, and global standards.

Beyond his professional life, Chandramouli is an award-winning wildlife photographer whose works have been published in National Geographic, UK magazines, and Asian Photography Magazine. He has also been recognized as Canon Photographer of the Month (2025).

As a passionate endurance cyclist, he has completed several long-distance rides, achieving the coveted Super Randonneur title by finishing 200 km, 300 km, 400 km, and 600 km cycling brevets under the Audax Club Parisien.

Known for blending entrepreneurial vision with artistic passion, Chandramouli has created a multifaceted identity — a business leader scaling global exports, a photographer capturing the beauty of the wild, and a fitness enthusiast inspiring balance and discipline. His story is one of creativity, perseverance, and an unrelenting drive to excel across diverse fields.

Early Life

Chandramouli Vidyasaghar was born in July 1980 in Sivakasi, Tamil Nadu, a town often referred to as the “Little Japan of India” for its thriving printing and fireworks industries. Growing up in a business family deeply rooted in printing, he was exposed from an early age to the mechanics of machines, colors, and the art of design. This environment instilled in him not only a fascination for the craft but also a sense of responsibility toward carrying forward the family legacy.

He completed his schooling in Sivakasi, where his curiosity and discipline made him an active participant in academics and extracurricular activities. Chandramouli then pursued his Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) at the prestigious Loyola College in Chennai, one of India’s top institutions. His years at Loyola provided him with a strong grounding in finance, management, and business ethics, further sharpening his analytical skills.

Eager to broaden his horizons, Chandramouli moved abroad to pursue higher education. He earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Missouri, USA. This international exposure gave him an opportunity to study modern management practices, interact with peers from diverse cultures, and gain insights into global business dynamics. The blend of Indian roots and international training would later shape his leadership style and vision for the family enterprise.

His upbringing in Sivakasi, academic journey through Loyola and Missouri, and exposure to both tradition and modernity prepared him to balance innovation with heritage in his professional career.

Founder

Orient Color Art Printers Pvt. Ltd.

Chandramouli serves as the Director of Orient Color Art Printers Pvt. Ltd., a pioneering printing and publishing company. Under his leadership, the company has diversified its offerings and expanded into exports.

The company’s key product lines include:

• Children’s books – exported to over 12 countries
• Diaries and calendars (wall and table)
• Notebooks, files, and folders for schools and corporates
• Stationery items, corporate brochures, catalogs, leaflets, flyers, posters
• Stickers, labels, packaging cartons, gift boxes, jewellery boxes
• Books, art books, journals, newsletters

The company operates a one-stop facility covering pre-press, offset and digital printing, binding, and finishing.

In addition, it has launched its own brand, The Orient Unicornn, under which premium diaries and calendars are marketed and exported.

Orient Color Art Printers has also earned multiple international certifications for quality management and export standards, placing it among the leading players in the region.

The Orient Industries

As a Partner in The Orient Industries, Chandramouli oversees the production of premium playing cards. The company is renowned for its exquisite, customized playing cards that have earned recognition both in India and abroad.

Career

Chandramouli Vidyasaghar began his professional journey by joining his family business in Sivakasi, a town famously known as the printing hub of India. With a B.Com from Loyola College, Chennai, and an MBA from the University of Missouri, he brought fresh managerial insights and a global perspective to the traditional industry.

In the early stages of his career, Chandramouli focused on strengthening the operations of Orient Color Art Printers Pvt. Ltd. by upgrading technology, expanding production facilities, and building export networks. Under his leadership, the company diversified its product portfolio, offering services that range from children’s books, diaries, calendars, corporate stationery, packaging solutions, and art books, to notebooks and school materials. Today, Orient Color Art Printers exports to over 12 countries and is recognized as one of the few printing units in the region with multiple international certifications for quality and factory management.

Alongside this, Chandramouli is a partner in The Orient Industries, a renowned manufacturer of high-quality playing cards. The company has carved a niche both in India and abroad for its customized, luxury playing cards, admired for precision and artistry.

To further push boundaries, Chandramouli launched the premium brand UNICORNN, offering innovative and high-end diaries and calendars that are marketed both in India and globally. This move highlighted his vision of blending tradition with innovation, positioning Sivakasi’s printing industry on the international stage.

His contributions to the printing and publishing sector have been widely recognized, earning him prestigious accolades such as the Print Pack Award and the Maditssia Award.

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Chandramouli is an acclaimed wildlife photographer, with his works published in National Geographic, UK-based magazines, Asian Photography Magazine, and several other reputed platforms. His passion for documenting wildlife has brought him both national and international recognition.

Cycling and Fitness

He is also a passionate endurance cyclist. In 2017–2018, Chandramouli achieved Super Randonneur status by successfully completing the 200 km, 300 km, 400 km, and 600 km cycling events organized under the Audax Club Parisien.

Awards and Recognition

• Print Pack Award
• Maditssia Award
• Canon Photographer of the Month (2025)
• Multiple international certifications for printing and publishing operations

Hobbies and Interests

• Wildlife Photography – National award winner and internationally published
• Cycling – Endurance cycling and fitness enthusiast
• Travel – Passion for exploring wildlife destinations and cultural heritage sites

Personal Life

Chandramouli is married to Anuja Chandramouli, a bestselling author and mythologist. He balances his entrepreneurial ventures with personal passions for wildlife, travel, and sports.

Social Media

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External Links

• Instagram – @mouli.vc