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Vijayaraghavan
Vijayaraghavan (born 20 December 1951) is an Indian actor who predominantly works in Malayalam cinema. He is popular for his character roles. He is the son of popular drama and cinema artist N. N. Pillai. He got his break by playing the iconic character ''Ramji Rao'' in 1989 film Ramji Rao Speaking. This character later got the cult status in Malayalam Cinema. Early life and family Vijayaraghavan is the son of veteran actor N. N. Pillai and Chinnamma. He was born in Kuala Lumpur on 20 December 1951, the capital of the Federation of Malaya, where his father worked as an Estate Manager. He has two sisters Sulochana and Renuka. He had his primary education from Govt. High School, Kudamaloor. Acting career Vijayaraghavan made his film debut with ''Kaapaalika'', which was based on his father's play of the same name. He appeared in just a couple of scenes in this film. His opening as a full-fledged actor occurred ten years later in ''Surumayitta Kannukal'' (1983). However, it ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mannar Mathai Speaking 2
''Mannar Mathai Speaking 2'' is a 2014 Indian Malayalam-language comedy thriller film directed by Mamas K. Chandran. It is a sequel to the 1995 comedy ''Mannar Mathai Speaking'' and the third installment in the celebrated Ramji Rao franchise. Actors Innocent, Mukesh, Sai Kumar, Biju Menon, Vijayaraghavan and Janardhanan reprised their roles; while Aparna Gopinath, Shammi Thilakan and a few others are also included in the cast. The film features original music & background score composed by Rahul Raj. Plot Mannar Mathai is now running a travel agency ''Urvashi Tours & Travels'', his partners in this agency are his old mates Gopalakrishnan and Balakrishnan. Their drama group which was started in 1989, is celebrating its 25th anniversary and Mannar Mathai wants to perform a drama on this occasion. But Gopalakrishnan & Balakrishnan are not ready for this because their previous attempts in drama led them to nothing but problems. When they need a driver for their agency, they gi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
New Delhi (1987 Film)
''New Delhi'' is a 1987 Malayalam language neo-noir action thriller film written by Dennis Joseph and directed by Joshiy and produced by Joy Thomas. It stars Mammootty, Suresh Gopi, Thiagarajan, Sumalatha, Urvashi, Siddique, Vijayaraghavan, Mohan Jose, Devan, and Jagannatha Varma. The film was remade and released in Telugu as '' Anthima Theerpu'', which was directed by Joshiy himself. Joshiy also directed the Hindi and Kannada versions titled ''New Delhi''. Lead roles were played by Jeetendra in its Hindi version and Ambareesh in the Kannada version, respectively, Gopi made his debuts in the Telugu, Kannada and Hindi film Industries through the remakes in those languages but he played different roles. The story is loosely based on the novel '' The Almighty'' by Irving Wallace. Thiagarajan, who played the role of Salem Vishnu in ''New Delhi'', later produced and directed a Tamil film titled ''Salem Vishnu'' which showcased the prequel story of his character. The film rose ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Commissioner (film)
''Commissioner'' is a 1994 Indian Malayalam-language neo-noir action thriller film directed by Shaji Kailas, written by Ranji Panicker, and produced by M. Mani. It stars Suresh Gopi as Police Commissioner Bharath Chandran IPS, and also features Ratheesh, Shobana, Vijayaraghavan, M. G. Soman, Rajan P. Dev, K. B. Ganesh Kumar, N. F. Varghese, Karamana Janardanan Nair, and Maniyanpilla Raju in pivotal roles. The background score was composed by Rajamani. The film follows Commissioner Bharath Chandran's investigation into the murder of Justice Mahendran, which eventually leads him to confront the corrupt Delhi based businessman named Mohan Thomas, who is involved with illegal businesses. ''Commissioner'' became the highest grossing Malayalam film of 1994, which earned Suresh Gopi as the status as an ''Action Superstar''. It is a cult film among Keralite audiences, with several dialogues from the film became very famous. The Telugu dubbed version ''Police Commissioner'' wa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mayavi (2007 Film)
''Mayavi'' is a 2007 Indian Malayalam-language action comedy film directed by Shafi and written by the Rafi Mecartin duo, starring Mammootty in the title role with Sai Kumar, Manoj K. Jayan, Salim Kumar, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Gopika, Vijayaraghavan and Santhosh Jogi in supporting roles. It was a commercial success and was remade in Tamil as '' Vallakottai'' in 2010, starring Arjun Sarja which was directed by A. Venkatesh.The film was a major commercial success and was the highest grossing movie of the year. Plot Small time criminal, Mahi gets released from prison early. He has a reputation of beating up his rivals in the darkness. Mahi wants to help fellow inmate Balan whose brother Satheesh is in need of money for a life saving operation. A fellow crook, Giri proposes an assignment for Mahi which will earn him enough money for the operation. Thottappally Surendran plans to murder Sivasankaran to settle an old score. Sivasankaran is serving life sentence for killing Sur ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ramji Rao Speaking
''Ramji Rao Speaking'' is a 1989 Indian Malayalam-language comedy-thriller film written and directed by the duo Siddique–Lal (in their directorial debut) and produced by Fazil, Swargachitra Appachan, and Ousepachan Vaalakuzhy. It stars Sai Kumar, Mukesh, Innocent, Rekha, Vijayaraghavan and Devan, with Sankaradi, Sukumari, Kunchan and Mamukkoya in other supporting roles. The film deals with social factors affecting Kerala including unemployment during the 1980s, and went on to achieve a cult classic status. ''Ramji Rao Speaking'' marked the debut of director duo Siddique and Lal, actors Sai Kumar (first appearance in a notable role), Rekha, N. F. Varghese and Harishree Ashokan (both in minor roles), and music director S. Balakrishnan. '' Mannar Mathai Speaking'' (1995) and ''Mannar Mathai Speaking 2'' (2014) are the sequels to the film. The core plot of the movie was inspired by the 1971 TV movie ''See The Man Run''. Fazil remade this film in Tamil as ''Arangetra V ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ekalavyan (film)
''Ekalavyan'' is a 1993 Indian Malayalam-language neo-noir action thriller film directed by Shaji Kailas and written by Renji Panicker, starring Suresh Gopi in the lead role along with Siddique, Geetha, Narendra Prasad, Vijayaraghavan, Ganesh Kumar, Janardhanan, Madhu, Maathu, Jagathy Sreekumar, Kuthiravattam Pappu, and Devan in other pivotal roles. The plot revolves around a cop named Madhavan, who is hired by the CBI to investigate a godman, who is suspected of being involved in narcotics business and murders. The film was a blockbuster and ran for more than 100 days in theatres. With consecutive box office hits from ''The News'', ''Thalastaanam'', ''Mafia'' and ''Ekalavyan'' lead actor Suresh Gopi was catapulted to the status of a matinee idol. After the success of the 1994 blockbuster ''Commissioner'' in Andhra Pradesh, ''Ekalavyan'' was dubbed in Telugu and released as ''CBI Officer'' which was also a commercial success. The movie is said to be an inspiration for th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Crime File
''Crime File'' is a 1999 Indian Malayalam-language action crime thriller film by K. Madhu starring Suresh Gopi, Siddique and Sangita Madhavan Nair. The film is loosely based on the 1992 murder of Sister Abhaya in Kerala. Plot Sister Amala, a nun, is found dead in the well of the convent where she was staying. The police discover that she was murdered. Idamattom Palackal Easo Panickar (pronounced as E-sho) and his team find out the truth behind Sr. Amala's murder. The suspects include Fr. Clement Kaliyar and the local legislator Monayi, and a hitman - Cardinal Carlos. Things get worse when Fr. Kaliyar and one of the police officers, Ezhuthachan, are killed. Then, Easow Panickar arrests, the collector Paul Varghese, with the support of the Chief Minister. On torturing and questioning him, he arrests the MLA Monayi. Later, the hitman Cardinal Carlos is taken into custody too. Cast * Suresh Gopi as DIG Idamattom Palackal Easo Panicker IPS, SPG Joint Director * Siddique as S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Porinju Mariam Jose
''Porinju Mariam Jose'' is a 2019 Indian Malayalam-language period action thriller film directed by Joshiy and written by Abhilash N. Chandran. Joju George, Nyla Usha, and Chemban Vinod Jose portrays the titular characters, and also features Vijayaraghavan, Rahul Madhav, and Sudhi Koppa in supporting roles. The original soundtrack of the film was composed by Jakes Bejoy. The story is loosely based on events that occurred in 1980s-1990s Thrissur. The film was released in theatres across India on 23 August 2019 to positive reviews. It turned out to be a commercial success. It was the fifth Malayalam film of 2019 after ''Lucifer'', ''Kumbalangi Nights'', ''Uyare'' and ''Virus'' to successfully complete 100 days in theaters. Plot In 1965, Porinju Joy and Puthanpally Jose are best friends in their youth, and Jose tries to persuade Porinju to confess his love to Alappattu Mariyam Varghese, but a then timid Porinju could not. One day at school, a boy bullies Mariyam and a fight ensu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mask (2019 Film)
''MASK'' (acronym of ''Muhammedum Albyum Shathrukkalaaya Katha'') is a 2019 Indian Malayalam-language comedy film co-written and directed by Sunif Hanif. The film, produced by A. S. Gireesh Lal for Gowri Meenakshi Movies, stars Shine Tom Chacko, Chemban Vinod Jose , Vijayaraghavan and Priyanka Nair in the lead roles. Gopi Sundar composed the soundtrack and score, while Prakash Velayudhan handled the cinematography. The film, which tells the story of a police inspector who sets out to track down a thief, released on 5 June 2019. The film was a spiritual successor of the 2014 film Ithihasa starring Shine Tom Chacko and Anusree. Cast * Shine Tom Chacko as Alby John, thief * Chemban Vinod Jose as S.I. Haneef Muhammed, a police officer * Priyanka Nair as Rasiya Begam, Haneef's wife *Vijayaraghavan as Ramji Rao * Salim Kumar as Cheguevara alias Jaggu Varapuzha *Roshna Ann Roy as Kunjumol *Sasi Kalinga * Abu Salim as Subair * Ameer Niyas as Doctor * Niyas Bakker * Nirmal Palazh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Raavanaprabhu
''Raavanaprabhu'' () is a 2001 Indian Malayalam-language action thriller drama film written and directed by Ranjith in his directorial debut. It is a sequel to the 1993 film ''Devaasuram'' written by Ranjith, directed by I.V. Sasi. The film stars Mohanlal in the dual role of Mangalassery Neelakandan and M. N. Karthikeyan, father and son. Napoleon reprises the role of Neelakandan's archenemy Mundackal Shekharan. It also features Vasundhara Das, Innocent, Siddique, Vijayaraghavan, and Sai Kumar. Revathi reprises the role of Bhanumathi in a cameo appearance. The plot follows M. N. Karthikeyan, Neelakandan's son and his attempts to reclaim their ancestral home Mangalassery '' tharavadu''. The film features original songs composed by Suresh Peters and background score by C. Rajamani. ''Raavanaprabhu'' was released on 31 August 2001 during the time of Onam in Kerala. The film performed well at the box office, becoming the highest-grossing Malayalam film of the year. It won the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mannar Mathai Speaking
''Mannar Mathai Speaking'' is a 1995 Indian Malayalam-language comedy thriller film produced and directed by Mani C. Kappan and written by Siddique-Lal. The stars Mukesh, Innocent, Sai Kumar, Vani Viswanath, Biju Menon, Geetha Vijayan, K. P. Ummer, Kaviyoor Ponnamma, Janardhanan, Indrans, Vijayaraghavan, Sukumari, Harisree Ashokan and Cochin Haneefa. It is a sequel to the 1989 film ''Ramji Rao Speaking'', and is followed by ''Mannar Mathai Speaking 2'' (2014). Vani Viswanath made her debut in this film as a leading actress. The film was a commercial success. It is loosely based on the 1958 film ''Vertigo''. Priyadarshan adapted certain subplots of the film for his Hindi film, '' Bhagam Bhag'' (2006), which went on to be remade in Telugu as '' Brahmanandam Drama Company''. Writer Siddique later reused the story and tweaked it for his Tamil film ''Sadhu Miranda'' (2008) and Telugu film '' Maaro'' (2011). Plot Mannar Mathai is now running a drama group under ''Urvashi Theatres ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lion (2006 Film)
''Lion'' is a 2006 Indian Malayalam language political thriller film written by Udaykrishna-Sibi K. Thomas and directed by Joshiy. The film stars Dileep, Kalasala Babu, Kavya Madhavan and Vijayaraghavan alongside a supporting cast that include Jagathy Sreekumar, Innocent, Sai Kumar, Shammi Thilakan, Riyaz Khan and Karthika. The film was produced by Noushad and distributed by Shan Entertainment. The film was a blockbuster at the box office. It was remade in Tamil as '' Nam Naadu'' and in Telugu as ''Evadaithe Nakenti''. Plot The film revolves round a socio-political family where Balagangadhara Menon, the Education Minister lives with his son B.Krishnakumar a.k.a. Unni-a politician, his wife Lakshmi, three daughters and two sons-in-law. Also with them is his P.A Joseph. Menon is always fond of his sons-in-law Pavithran and Gopinath IAS, and thinks that his son is a barrier to him as he tries to control their corrupt activities. Menon wants to become the Chief Minister himself ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |