P Balachandran
ActingAbout P Balachandran
P. Balachandran was an Indian writer, playwright, scenarist, director, and actor. He's known for his work in Malayalam literature and Malayalam cinema. Balachandran was best known for the play Paavam Usman for which he won the Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award and Kerala Professional Nataka Award in the year 1989. He scripted many films including Ulladakkam (1991), Pavithram (1994), Agnidevan (1995), Punaradhivasam (2000), and Kammatti Paadam (2016). His directorial debut was Ivan Megharoopan (2012). He also acted in a few films, the most notable being Trivandrum Lodge (2012).
P Balachandran Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of P Balachandran reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of P Balachandran's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 32% of P Balachandran'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 Nokkukuthi, which stands out as a key performance.
Best P Balachandran Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from P Balachandran's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie P Balachandran has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Minnal Murali | Varkey | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Kurup | Gopalakrishna Pillai | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | One | Attingal Madhusoodhanan MLA | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Operation Java | Balachandran, Bank Manager | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Athiran | Balarama Varma | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Eeda | Sriram Bhatt | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Vimanam | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | History of Joy | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Melle | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Sakhavu | Kavalam Pattar | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Puthan Panam | Advocate M K Pillai | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | C/O Saira Banu | Adv. Pappan | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Samarppanam | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Manamantha | Ravi Pillai (Malayalam Version) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Kismath | Appu Nair | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Pa.Va | Kallayi Achan / Father Micheal | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Kammatti Paadam | Krishnan's father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Hello Namasthe | Kuriachan Achayan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Charlie | Usman ikka | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Life of Josutty | Jessy's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | 32aam Adhyayam 23aam Vaakyam | Dr. Noah | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Jalam | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Manglish | Krishna Swami | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Angry Babies in Love | Madhavan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Mr. Fraud | Vasudeva Varma | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Law Point | Charlie | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Mosayile Kuthira Meenukal | prissoner | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Masala Republic | Balettan | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | Pakida | Adi's father | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Silence | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Nadan | Vikraman Pilla | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Ginger | Balakrishnan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Daivathinte Swantham Cleetus | Raphael Vadakkumthala | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Kadal Kadannu Oru Maathukutty | Kochunni | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Thank You | Balettan | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Hotel California | Sasi Pilla | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Immanuel | Gopinathan Nair | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Ithu Pathiramanal | preast | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | David and Goliath | Father Gerald | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Natholi Oru Cheriya Meenalla | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Annayum Rasoolum | Rasheed | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Poppins | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Trivandrum Lodge | Kora | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Beautiful | Advocate | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Mahasamudram | Marakkar | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Ivar | Minnal Thankachan | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | Sesham | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Malayali Mamanu Vanakkam | Easwaran Pillai | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Shivam | Padmanabhan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Nokkukuthi | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
P Balachandran - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of P Balachandran?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring P Balachandran is "Nokkukuthi" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has P Balachandran acted in?
P Balachandran has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by P Balachandran?
Other notable films include "Kammatti Paadam", "Sesham", and "Charlie".