Charu Haasan
ActingAbout Charu Haasan
Charuhasan is an Indian film and television actor, director and retired lawyer who has acted in Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam and Hindi films. He won the National Film Award for Best Actor and also the Karnataka Government's Best Actor Award for the Kannada movie Tabarana Kathe, directed by Girish Kasaravalli in 1987. Charuhasan is the elder brother of veteran film actor Kamal Haasan.
Charu Haasan Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Charu Haasan reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Charu Haasan's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 54% of Charu Haasan's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Thendral Varum Theru, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Charu Haasan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charu Haasan's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Charu Haasan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Haraa | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Pop Corn | Pavan's Grandfather | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Gamanam | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Dear Comrade | Bobby's grandfather | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Dha Dha 87 | Sathya | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Odu Raja Odu | Peria Thevar (Cameo appearance) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Naa Peru Surya - Naa Illu India | Mustafa's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Saithan | "Yettu" Arumugam | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Uthama Puthiran | Swamiji | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Oru Kalluriyin Kathai | Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Karka Kasadara | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Kamaraj | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | War & Love | Settu Pappa | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Thamizhan | Sivaraman | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Dhill | Minister | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Susanna | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Guru | Raghuraman's father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Rajavin Parvaiyile | Shanti's father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Veluchami | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Jai Hind | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Veera | Krishnamurthy Shastri | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Thendral Varum Theru | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Matru Devo Bhava | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Gandhari | Prof. Murthy | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | Sevagan | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Thalapathi | Subbulakshmi's Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Shanti Kranti | Politician | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Surya IPS | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Anjali | Apartment colony's head | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Neti Siddhartha | Dr. Nidhi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Vachanam | Vishnuji | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Adharvam | Thevalli | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Paasa Paravaigal | Chief Doctor | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Vedham Pudhithu | Neelakanta Shasthrihal | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Vazhiyorakazchakal | Swamy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Oru Thayin Sabhatham | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Vikram | Mr Rao | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Tabarana Kathe | Tabara Shetty | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Aksharangal | Editor Varghese | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Oorukku Upadesam | Justice Vedalingam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Rugma | Raman Shenoy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Nandri, Meendum Varuga | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Agni Sakshi | Psychologist | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Rani Theni | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Azhagiya Kanne | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Ayiram Muthangal | Raghuram | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Raja Paarvai | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Nizhalgal | Special Appearance | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Shubhodayam | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Uthiripookkal | Thambuswamy | Hit | Similar → |
Charu Haasan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charu Haasan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charu Haasan is "Thendral Varum Theru" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Charu Haasan acted in?
Charu Haasan has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charu Haasan?
Other notable films include "Azhagiya Kanne", "Aksharangal", and "Rani Theni".