Vinayakan
ActingAbout Vinayakan
Vinayakan is an Indian actor, composer, & comedian who predominantly works in Malayalam and Tamil language films. He started his career with a cameo appearance in "Maanthrikam" (1995). Vinayakan won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor for his leading role of Ganga in Rajiv Ravi's "Kammatipaadam" (2016). He achieved wider attention by playing Rajinikanth's antagonist in Nelson Dilipkumar's "Jailer" (2023)
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Vinayakan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Vinayakan's filmography leans towards the Action 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 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Vinayakan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Asadhyudu, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Vinayakan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Vinayakan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Vinayakan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Kalamkaval | Jayakrishnan | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | The Pet Detective | Yaqat Ali | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Thekku Vadakku | Madhavan | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Kasargold | Alex | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Jailer | Varman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Panthrand | Anthrose | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Oruthee | SI Antony | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Pada | Balu Kallar | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Operation Java | Ramanathan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Trance | Thomas | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Valiyaperunnal | Himself (Cameo) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Thottappan | Ithakk | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Ee.Ma.Yau. | Ayyappan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil | Simon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | DiwanjiMoola Grand Prix | Vareedh | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Aadu 2 | Dude | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Honey Bee 2.5 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Role Models | Jyothish | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Kammatti Paadam | Ganga | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Kali | John | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | ATM | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Chandrettan Evideya | Rajaraja Cholan | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Aadu | Dude | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Seconds | Thampi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Iyobinte Pusthakam | Chemban | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Njan Steve Lopez | Pratapan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Masala Republic | Bengali Babu | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Daivathinte Swantham Cleetus | Sayippu | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Maryan | Theekkurissi | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | 5 Sundarikal | Chandran | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Bachelor Party | Fakeer | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Thalsamayam Oru Penkutty | Alex | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Best Actor | Pottan | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Daddy Cool | Selva | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Nammal Thammil | Tony | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Sagar Alias Jacky Reloaded | Style | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Big B | Pandi Azi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Chotta Mumbai | Satheeshan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Thimiru | Easwari's Goon | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Chinthamani Kolacase | Uchandi | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Asadhyudu | Thambu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | James | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | By The People | porter | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Quotation | Maya | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Chathikkatha Chanthu | Romeo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Ivar | Vinayakan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Vellithira | Padavan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Stop Violence | Montha | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Onnaman | Patrick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Maanthrikam | Michael Jackson imitator | Flop | Similar → |
Vinayakan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Vinayakan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Vinayakan is "Asadhyudu" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Vinayakan acted in?
Vinayakan has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Vinayakan?
Other notable films include "Kammatti Paadam", "Iyobinte Pusthakam", and "Ee.Ma.Yau.".