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Madhavan

Madhavan Image Source : Wikipedia
  • Born 1 June 1970
  • Place of Birth Jamshedpur
  • Occupation Actor, Television Presenter, Film Producer, Screenwriter, Film Actor, Television Actor
  • Spouse Sarita Birje (1999)
  • Education D.B.M.S. English School, Kishinchand Chellaram College, Rajaram College, Shivaji University
  • Years active 1993-present
  • Children Vedaant

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ABOUT Madhavan

R Madhavan: A Versatile Journey in Cinema Ranganathan Madhavan, a prominent figure in Tamil and Hindi cinema, has carved a niche for himself with diverse roles and accolades. His career began with Mani Ratnam's Alai Payuthey (2000), establishing him as a romantic lead. He further cemented his position with successful films like Minnale and Dumm Dumm Dumm. His versatility shone through in critically acclaimed performances in Kannathil Muthamittal, Anbe Sivam, and Aayutha Ezhuthu. Madhavan's foray into Hindi cinema proved equally successful. He starred in the iconic Rang De Basanti (2006), Guru (2007), and the blockbuster 3 Idiots (2009), showcasing his range. The success continued with Tanu Weds Manu (2011) and its sequel. His comeback post a hiatus included critically acclaimed roles in Irudhi Suttru (2016), earning him Best Actor awards, and Vikram Vedha (2017). His recent achievements include his directorial debut and starring role in Rocketry: The Nambi Effect (2022), which won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film. He recently appeared in Shaitaan (2024). Beyond acting, Madhavan has produced films, hosted television shows, and actively engages in philanthropy, receiving PETA's Person of the Year award in 2011 and a Doctor of Letters in 2021. His career reflects a dedication to his craft, marked by both commercial success and critical acclaim. Currently, he serves as the President of FTII, Pune.

Madhavan FILMS AND CREDITS

Previous Movies Upcoming Movies
  • Hisaab Barabar

  • Hisaab Barabar

    ( 2024 )

  • The Untold Story of C Sankaran Nair

  • The Untold Story of C Sankaran Nair

    ( 2025 )
  • Shaitaan

  • Shaitaan

    ( 2024 )

  • De De Pyaar De 2

  • De De Pyaar De 2

    ( 2025 )
  • Stardom

  • Stardom

    ( 2023 )
  • Dhurandhar

  • Dhurandhar

    ( 2025 )
  • The Railway Men: The Untold Story of Bhopal 1984

  • The Railway Men: The Untold Story of Bhopal 1984

    ( 2023 )

  • Gramophone

  • Gramophone

    ( Not Final )
  • Amriki Pandit

  • Amriki Pandit

    ( 2022 )

  • The Animators

  • The Animators

    ( Not Final )
  • Laththi

  • Laththi

    ( 2022 )
  • Bridge

  • Bridge

    ( Not Final )
  • Dhokha - Round D Corner

  • Dhokha - Round D Corner

    ( 2022 )
  • Test

  • Test

    ( Not Final )
  • Rocketry: The Nambi Effect

  • Rocketry: The Nambi Effect

    ( 2022 )

  • Benz

  • Benz

    ( Not Final )
  • Meri Awas Suno

  • Meri Awas Suno

    ( 2022 )

  • Adhirshtasaali

  • Adhirshtasaali

    ( Not Final )
  • 7th Sense

  • 7th Sense

    ( 2021 )

  • Suriya 43

  • Suriya 43

    ( Not Final )
  • Decoupled

  • Decoupled

    ( 2021 )

  • G

  • G

    ( Not Final )
  • Badalte Rishte

  • Badalte Rishte

    ( 2021 )

  • Snehithane X in My Bed

  • Snehithane X in My Bed

    ( 2021 )

  • Snehithane X in My Bed

  • Snehithane X in My Bed

    ( 2021 )

  • Maara

  • Maara

    ( 2021 )

  • Putham Pudhu Kaalai

  • Putham Pudhu Kaalai

    ( 2020 )

  • Nishabdham

  • Nishabdham

    ( 2020 )

  • Zero

  • Zero

    ( 2018 )

  • Savyasachi

  • Savyasachi

    ( 2018 )

  • Breathe

  • Breathe

    ( 2018 )

  • Vikram Vedha

  • Vikram Vedha

    ( 2017 )

  • Magalir Mattum

  • Magalir Mattum

    ( 2017 )

  • Irudhi Suttru

  • Irudhi Suttru

    ( 2016 )

  • Night of the Living Dead: Darkest Dawn

  • Night of the Living Dead: Darkest Dawn

    ( 2015 )

  • Tanu Weds Manu Returns

  • Tanu Weds Manu Returns

    ( 2015 )

  • Akeli

  • Akeli

    ( 2014 )

  • Sunglass

  • Sunglass

    ( 2013 )

  • Savdhaan India: Crime Alert

  • Savdhaan India: Crime Alert

    ( 2012–2018 )

  • The Reluctant Fundamentalist

  • The Reluctant Fundamentalist

    ( 2012 )

  • Jodi Breakers

  • Jodi Breakers

    ( 2012 )

  • Vettai

  • Vettai

    ( 2012 )

  • Alibaug

  • Alibaug

    ( 2011 )

  • Stars Ka Tadka

  • Stars Ka Tadka

    ( 2011 )

  • Tanu Weds Manu

  • Tanu Weds Manu

    ( 2011 )

  • Manmadhan Ambu

  • Manmadhan Ambu

    ( 2010 )

  • Jhootha Hi Sahi

  • Jhootha Hi Sahi

    ( 2010 )

  • Teen Patti

  • Teen Patti

    ( 2010 )

  • Om Shanti

  • Om Shanti

    ( 2010 )

  • 3 Idiots

  • 3 Idiots

    ( 2009 )

  • Sikandar

  • Sikandar

    ( 2009 )

  • Guru En Aalu

  • Guru En Aalu

    ( 2009 )

  • C.I.D.

  • C.I.D.

    ( 2009 )

  • 13B: Fear Has a New Address

  • 13B: Fear Has a New Address

    ( 2009 )

  • Tipu kanan tipu kiri

  • Tipu kanan tipu kiri

    ( 2008 )

  • Mumbai Meri Jaan

  • Mumbai Meri Jaan

    ( 2008 )

  • Vaazhthugal

  • Vaazhthugal

    ( 2008 )

  • Halla Bol

  • Halla Bol

    ( 2008 )

  • Evano Oruvan

  • Evano Oruvan

    ( 2007 )

  • Aarya

  • Aarya

    ( 2007 )

  • Delhii Heights

  • Delhii Heights

    ( 2007 )

  • Guru

  • Guru

    ( 2007 )

  • That Four-Letter Word

  • That Four-Letter Word

    ( 2006 )

  • Rendu

  • Rendu

    ( 2006 )

  • Thambi

  • Thambi

    ( 2006 )

  • Rang De Basanti

  • Rang De Basanti

    ( 2006 )

  • Ramji Londonwaley

  • Ramji Londonwaley

    ( 2005 )

  • Priyasakhi

  • Priyasakhi

    ( 2005 )

  • Nothing But Life

  • Nothing But Life

    ( 2004 )

  • Aayitha Ezhuthu

  • Aayitha Ezhuthu

    ( 2004 )

  • Aethiree

  • Aethiree

    ( 2004 )

  • Priyamana Thozhi

  • Priyamana Thozhi

    ( 2003 )

  • Nala Damayanthi

  • Nala Damayanthi

    ( 2003 )

  • Laysa Laysa

  • Laysa Laysa

    ( 2003 )

  • Jay Jay

  • Jay Jay

    ( 2003 )

  • Anbe Sivam

  • Anbe Sivam

    ( 2003 )

  • Dil Vil Pyar Vyar

  • Dil Vil Pyar Vyar

    ( 2002 )

  • Run

  • Run

    ( 2002 )

  • Kannathil Muthamittal

  • Kannathil Muthamittal

    ( 2002 )

  • Ennavale

  • Ennavale

    ( 2001 )

  • Dum Dum Dum

  • Dum Dum Dum

    ( 2001 )

  • Paarthale Paravasam

  • Paarthale Paravasam

    ( 2001 )

  • Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein

  • Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein

    ( 2001 )

  • Minnale

  • Minnale

    ( 2001 )

  • Alaipayuthey

  • Alaipayuthey

    ( 2000 )

  • Hum 2 No

  • Hum 2 No

    ( 1999 )

  • Saaya

  • Saaya

    ( 1998 )

  • Shanti Shanti Shanti

  • Shanti Shanti Shanti

    ( 1998 )

  • Rishtey

  • Rishtey

    ( 1998–2001 )

  • Sea Hawks

  • Sea Hawks

    ( 1997 )

  • Kabhie Kabhie

  • Kabhie Kabhie

    ( 1997 )

  • Ghar Jamai

  • Ghar Jamai

    ( 1997–1998 )

  • Inferno

  • Inferno

    ( 1997 )

  • Jeene Bhi Do Yaaro

  • Jeene Bhi Do Yaaro

    ( 1997–1998 )

  • Raj Kahani

  • Raj Kahani

    ( 1997–1998 )

  • Is Raat Ki Subah Nahin

  • Is Raat Ki Subah Nahin

    ( 1996 )

  • Yeh Kahan Aa Gaye Hum

  • Yeh Kahan Aa Gaye Hum

    ( 1996 )

  • Hum Dono

  • Hum Dono

    ( 1996–1997 )

  • Aarohan

  • Aarohan

    ( 1996–1997 )

  • Suhana Safar

  • Suhana Safar

    ( 1995 )

  • A Mouthful of Sky

  • A Mouthful of Sky

    ( 1995 )

  • Banegi Apni Baat

  • Banegi Apni Baat

    ( 1994–1998 )

  • Yule Love Stories

  • Yule Love Stories

    ( 1993–1995 )

  • Naan Aval Adhu

  • Naan Aval Adhu

    ( Not Final )
Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

Madhavan AWARDS

Awards
  • Best Director

  • The Awards of the International Indian Film Academy for Best Director - 2023 Rocketry: The Nambi Effect
  • Versatile Game Changer of the Decade

  • The Brand Vision Summit Awards for Versatile Game Changer of the Decade - 2024

  • Lead Actor of the Year

  • The Digital Reinvent Awards for Lead Actor of the Year - 2022 Decoupled
  • Best Actor - Critics

  • The Filmfare Awards South for Best Actor - Critics - 2023 Rocketry: The Nambi Effect
  • Best Actor (Critics)

  • The Filmfare Awards South for Best Actor (Critics) - 2018 Vikram Vedha
  • Best Actor

  • The Filmfare Awards South for Best Actor - 2017 Irudhi Suttru
  • Best Supporting Actor

  • The Filmfare Awards South for Best Supporting Actor - 2005 Aayitha Ezhuthu
  • Best Debut Actor

  • The Filmfare Awards South for Best Debut Actor - 2001 Alaipayuthey
  • Best Supporting Actor - Drama

  • The Filmfare OTT Awards for Best Supporting Actor - Drama - 2024 The Railway Men: The Untold Story of Bhopal 1984
  • Style Game Changer - Male

  • The HT India's Most Stylish Awards for Style Game Changer - Male - 2022

  • Best Actor

  • The IIFA Utsavam for Best Actor - 2017 Irudhi Suttru
  • Best Actor in a Comic Role in a Web Series

  • The IWM Digital Awards for Best Actor in a Comic Role in a Web Series - 2022 Decoupled
  • Best Actor - Web Series

  • The Indian Television Academy Awards, India for Best Actor - Web Series - 2018 Breathe
  • Best Feature Film

  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Feature Film - 2023 Rocketry: The Nambi Effect
  • Reel Style Icon

  • The News18 REEL Movie Award for Reel Style Icon - 2024

  • Best Actor

  • The Norway Tamil Film Festival for Best Actor - 2018 Vikram Vedha
  • Best Actor: Critics

  • The South Indian International Movie Awards for Best Actor: Critics - 2023 Rocketry: The Nambi Effect
  • Best Debutant Director

  • The South Indian International Movie Awards for Best Debutant Director - 2023 Rocketry: The Nambi Effect
  • Best Actor: Critics

  • The South Indian International Movie Awards for Best Actor: Critics - 2018 Vikram Vedha
  • Best Actor - Critics

  • The South Indian International Movie Awards for Best Actor - Critics - 2017 Irudhi Suttru
  • Best Actor in a Supporting Role

  • The South Indian International Movie Awards for Best Actor in a Supporting Role - 2013 Vettai
  • Best Actor - Critics

  • The Talent Track Awards for Best Actor - Critics - 2019 Breathe: Into the Shadows
  • Best Actor

  • The Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, India for Best Actor - 2015 Irudhi Suttru
  • Best Actor

  • The Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, India for Best Actor - 2002 Run
  • Best Actor in a Comic Role

  • The e4m Play Streaming Media Awards for Best Actor in a Comic Role - 2022 Decoupled
Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia
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MADHAVAN NEWS

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Madhavan feels ‘incompetent’ and ‘useless’ as wife Sarita teaches poor kids amid pandemic. Watch video

April 30, 2021 8:30 am

On Thursday, actor-director Madhavan shared a video of his wife Sarita Birje teaching some poor kids virtually.

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R Madhavan tests negative for COVID-19, says 'all fit and fine now'

April 11, 2021 2:32 pm

Madhavan took to Twitter to share with fans his health update, saying, his mother has also tested negative for COVID-19.

Chhalaang, Coolie No.1, Durgavati and others to premiere on Amazon Prime Video

October 09, 2020 11:23 am

Amazon Prime Video is all set to premiere nine movies across five Indian languages directly on its service.

Nishabdham trailer

Nishabdham trailer: Anushka Shetty-Madhavan film is not a ghost story?

March 06, 2020 4:02 pm

Nishabdham trailer: Starring Anushka Shetty and Madhavan in the lead roles, the thriller will hit screens on April 2.

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Hindi dubbed version of Savyasachi starts streaming on YouTube

May 27, 2019 2:10 pm

Savyasachi was the first full-fledged Telugu movie of Madhavan. Naga Chaitanya collaborated with Chandoo Mondeti for the second time after the hit film, Premam.

Rocketry- The Nambi Effect Teaser

Rocketry teaser: Madhavan presents the intriguing story of Nambi Narayanan

October 31, 2018 12:29 pm

Rocketry teaser: Madhavan starrer Rocketry - The Nambi Effect is based on the life and achievements of ISRO scientist S Nambi Narayanan. The fascinating story of Nambi has been directed by R Madhavan along with Anant Mahadevan.

Savyasachi trailer: Madhavan plays the villain in Naga Chaitanya film

October 24, 2018 5:08 pm

Savyasachi trailer: Savyasachi will be Madhavan’s first full-fledged role in the Telugu film industry. He had a cameo appearance in 2010 Telugu film Om Shanti.

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Vikram Vedha earns Rs 17 crore in opening weekend

July 25, 2017 3:23 pm

Vikram Vedha, which managed to garner Rs 17 crore in its opening weekend, stars Madhavan, Vijay Sethupathi, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Shraddha Srinath, Kathir, Prem, Rajkumar, Hareesh Peradi, Ravi Kale, R. Amarendran and E. Ramadoss.

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Vikram Vedha movie review: Don't miss this thriller starring Madhavan, Vijay Sethupathi

July 21, 2017 5:40 pm

Vikram Vedha movie review: The crime drama starring Madhavan, Vijay Sethupathi is by far the best film to release in Tamil this year so far. The film is directed by Pushkar-Gayathri and the film is inspired by the mythological characters of Vikram and Betaal.

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Vikram Vedha first look: Madhavan, Vijay Sethupathi set the screen on fire. See pic

February 22, 2017 11:48 am

With thick grey beards and rugged looks, it seems Madhavan and Vijay are all set to take us on an action overdrive.

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