Passi
ActingAbout Passi
Passi, real name Passi Balende, is a Franco-Congolese rapper, singer-songwriter and producer. He is regarded by the specialist press as one of the founding fathers of French rap, along with NTM, IAM and MC Solaar. Passi first came to prominence as a member of Ministère A.M.E.R., the group he formed with his friends to record the soundtrack to the film La Haine, before embarking on a solo career. Passi made his television debut in Mamady Sidibé's series Inspecteur Sori : le mamba, then went on to appear in the film No Way, co-produced by Ivorian director Owell Brown. After a few appearances and small roles, in 2019 he landed the lead role in Lisa Bierwirth's film The Prince, which he co-stars in with Austrian actress Ursula Strauss, playing in English for the first time.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Passi reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Music
The majority of Passi's filmography leans towards the Music genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 17% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Passi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in RapLine, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Passi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Passi's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Passi.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Carte blanche à Passi | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Prince | Josef | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Symphonic Hip Hop 5 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | A Fragile Bond | Médecin pompiers | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | French Game | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Secteur Ä | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | La folie des années 90 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Skate Or Die | Sylla | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | NRJ Music Awards 2005 - Les clips | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Rap Attack | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | I Rap Therefore I Am | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | RapLine | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
Passi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Passi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Passi is "RapLine" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Passi acted in?
Passi has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Passi?
Other notable films include "Rap Attack", "A Fragile Bond", and "Prince".