R. Madhavan
Born 1970
Known for 3 Idiots, Vikram Vedha, Dhurandhar.
Biography
Ranganathan Madhavan (born 1 June 1970) is an Indian actor, writer and film producer. He has been described as one of the few actors in India who is able to achieve pan-Indian appeal, appearing in films from seven different languages. Madhavan has received two Filmfare Awards, an award from the Tamil Nadu State Film Awards alongside recognition and nominations from other organisations. Madhavan began his acting career with television guest appearances, including a role on the Zee TV prime-time soap opera Banegi Apni Baat in 1996. After appearing in commercials and in small roles, he later gained recognition in the Tamil film industry through Mani Ratnam's successful romance film Alaipayuthey (2000). In addition to his acting career, Madhavan has worked as a writer on his films, hosted television programmes and has been a prominent celebrity endorser for brands and products.[5] He has also worked as a film producer, first making Evano Oruvan with Leukos Films, before setting up Tricolour Films to produce Saala Khadoos (2016). Madhavan is noted for his philanthropic activities and promotes various causes such as environment, health and education. He is particularly vocal about the protection of animals and was awarded PETA's Person of the Year recognition in 2012.
Movie Credits
G.D.N (2026)
G.D.N (2026)
Aap Jaisa Koi (2025)
Test (2025)
Hisaab Barabar (2024)
Dhokha: Round D Corner (2022)
Rocketry: The Nambi Effect (2022)
Maara (2021)
Vikram Vedha (2017)
Irudhi Suttru (2016)
Jodi Breakers (2012)
Vettai (2012)
Tanu Weds Manu (2011)
Yavarum Nalam (2009)
Ramji Londonwaley (2005)
Run (2002)
Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein (2001)
Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh (2025)
Shaitaan (2024)
Nishabdham (2020)
Savyasachi (2018)
Tanu Weds Manu: Returns (2015)
3 Idiots (2009)
De De Pyaar De 2 (2025)
Dhurandhar (2025)
Teen Patti (2010)
Dhurandhar: The Revenge (2026)
Dhurandhar: The Revenge (2026)
Mumbai Meri Jaan (2008)
Guru (2007)
Big in Bollywood (2011)
Delhii Heights (2007)
Operation Cobra (1997)
Putham Pudhu Kaalai (2020)
Zero (2018)
Night of the Living Dead: Darkest Dawn (2015)
Rang De Basanti (2006)
