R. Madhavan
Born June 1, 1970 · Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, India
9
Films reviewed
8.0
Avg. rating
Rocketry: The Nambi Effect
Best-reviewed
2000–2026
Years active
Biography
Ranganathan Madhavan (born 1 June 1970) is an Indian actor, writer and film producer. He has been described as one of the few actors in India who is able to achieve pan-Indian appeal, appearing in films from seven different languages. Madhavan has received two Filmfare Awards, an award from the Tamil Nadu State Film Awards alongside recognition and nominations from other organisations. Madhavan began his acting career with television guest appearances, including a role on the Zee TV prime-time soap opera Banegi Apni Baat in 1996. After appearing in commercials and in small roles, he later gained recognition in the Tamil film industry through Mani Ratnam's successful romance film Alaipayuthey (2000).
In addition to his acting career, Madhavan has worked as a writer on his films, hosted television programmes and has been a prominent celebrity endorser for brands and products.[5] He has also worked as a film producer, first making Evano Oruvan with Leukos Films, before setting up Tricolour Films to produce Saala Khadoos (2016). Madhavan is noted for his philanthropic activities and promotes various causes such as environment, health and education. He is particularly vocal about the protection of animals and was awarded PETA's Person of the Year recognition in 2012.
On theIReview.com
Films featuring R. Madhavanthat we've reviewed.
G.D.N
as GD Naidu
Krishnakumar Ramakumar · 2026
★ 8.7Rocketry: The Nambi Effect
as Lead
Madhavan · 2022
RT 64%
★ 7.5Maara
as 'Maara' Manimaaran
Dhilip Kumar · 2021
Vikram Vedha
as Vikram
Pushkar · 2017
★ 7.6Irudhi Suttru
as Prabhu Selvaraj
Sudha Kongara Prasad · 2016
RT 58%
★ 8.43 Idiots
as Farhan Qureshi, friend of Rancho and Raju
Rajkumar Hirani · 2009
RT 100%
★ 7.4Yavarum Nalam
as Lead
Vikram Kumar · 2009
RT 83%
★ 8.6Anbe Sivam
as Lead
Sundar C. · 2003
★ 8.3Alaipayuthey
as Lead
Mani Ratnam · 2000
Review Highlights
AI-summarized critic and audience reaction, pulled from the Fan & Critic Buzz on their highest-rated films with us.
“The reaction to "Rocketry: The Nambi Effect" seems overwhelmingly positive. Many viewers express admiration for the movie's storytelling, characters, and performances. Reviews praise Madhavan's acting and Suriya's chemistry with Maddy, particularly in scenes depicting true stories about Indian aviation history. The film has also garnered numerous likes on social media platforms.”
From the Fan & Critic Buzz on Rocketry: The Nambi Effect →
“The public reaction to "Anbe Sivam" appears to be overwhelmingly negative, with many expressing disdain for remakes of well-known films. A reviewer calls it a "not even in the same league" version, implying that it fails to live up to the originals. Others express disappointment and recommend watching the original, suggesting they would rather see something new instead.”
From the Fan & Critic Buzz on Anbe Sivam →
Selected Filmography
- C.I.D.(1998)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Dhurandhar(2025)as Ajay Sanyal
- Dhurandhar: The Revenge(2026)as Ajay Sanyal
- The Railway Men - The Untold Story of Bhopal 1984(2023)TV Series · 4 epsas Rati Pandey
- Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai(2002)TV Series
- Saaya(1998)TV Series · 130 epsas Shekhar
- Ghar Jamai(1997)TV Series · 72 epsas Malayatoor Subramaniam Namboodiripad (Subbu)
- Breathe(2018)TV Series · 8 epsas Danny Mascarenhas
- Rang De Basanti(2006)as Ajay Rathod
- The Final Table(2018)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Shaitaan(2024)as Vanraj Kashyap
- De De Pyaar De 2(2025)as Rakesh Khurana
- Decoupled(2021)TV Series · 8 epsas Arya Iyer
- Minnale(2001)as Rajesh Shivakumar
- Zero(2018)as Kartik Srinivasan
- Guru(2007)as Shyam Saxena
- Nishabdham(2020)as Anthony
- Aap Jaisa Koi(2025)as Shrirenu Tripathi
- Paarthale Paravasam(2001)as Dr. Madhava
- Manmadhan Ambu(2010)as Madanagopal