Adoor Bhasi - Actor Profile

Adoor Bhasi

Acting
Freshness: Jan 19, 2026
50Total Films
9.7 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 1, 1927
Birth Place: Trivandrum, Travancore, British India

About Adoor Bhasi

K. Bhaskaran Nair (1 March 1927 – 29 March 1990), known by his stage name Adoor Bhasi, was an Indian film actor and film director from Kerala. Adoor Bhasi was almost always cast as the man who stands next to the hero. His hilarious actions and roles became the cynosure of comic scenes in the Malayalam films of the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. He is also famous for his eloquent speeches in fluent English. He directed three Malayalam films during the late 1970s.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Adoor Bhasi 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: Drama

The majority of Adoor Bhasi's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Adoor Bhasi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Rathinirvedam, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Adoor Bhasi Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Adoor Bhasi's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Adoor Bhasi.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1989 Chakkikotha Chankaran Madhava Menon Super Hit Similar →
1987 Manivathoorile Aayiram Sivarathrikal Neena's Uncle Super Hit Similar →
1987 Bhoomiyile Rajakkanmar Valiya Thampuran Hit Similar →
1987 Ivide Ellavarkkum Sukham Thampuran Average Similar →
1987 Irupatham Noottandu Varma Super Hit Similar →
1987 Sarvakalasala College Principal Hit Similar →
1986 Padayani Shankaran Average Similar →
1986 Nandi Veendum Varika Vishnu Nampoothiri Average Similar →
1986 Rajavinte Makan Fr. Stephen Pothen Hit Similar →
1985 Yathra Priest Hit Similar →
1985 Avidathepole Ivideyum Raghavan Hit Similar →
1984 Idavelakku Sesham Advocate Swami Flop Similar →
1984 Athirathram Lona Average Similar →
1984 Koottinilamkili Valiya Kurup Average Similar →
1984 Aalkkoottathil Thaniye Achuthan Flop Similar →
1983 Naanayam Adv. Adoor Bhaskaran Nair Flop Similar →
1983 Kuyiline Thedi Ganapathi Iyer Flop Similar →
1982 Ente Mohangal Poovaninju Easwaran Flop Similar →
1982 Olangal - Hit Similar →
1981 Kadathu School Head Master Flop Similar →
1981 Kallan Pavithran Merchant Average Similar →
1979 The Evil Deeds of Cheriyachan Cheriyachan Flop Similar →
1979 Allauddinum Albhutha Vilakkum Mohammad Average Similar →
1979 Rakthamillatha Manushyan Ramalinga Chettiyar Flop Similar →
1978 Kadathanaattu Maakkam - Hit Similar →
1978 Rathinirvedam - Super Hit Similar →
1978 Madanolsavam Frederick March Average Similar →
1977 Itha Ivide Vare Nanu Hit Similar →
1976 Chottanikkara Amma - Flop Similar →
1976 Mohiniyattom Krishnan Flop Similar →
1975 Throne of Capricorn - Flop Similar →
1974 Arakkallan Mukkalkkallan Aruvikkara Thampy Hit Similar →
1974 Chakravakam Sankaran Flop Similar →
1974 Chattakkari Morris Flop Similar →
1974 Ponnapuram Kotta - Super Hit Similar →
1973 Driksakshi Shivasankaran Flop Similar →
1972 Gandharavakshetram Thekkedadam Thirumeni Hit Similar →
1971 Anubhavangal Palichakal Rajappan Flop Similar →
1971 C.I.D. Nazir Bhasi Average Similar →
1970 Thara Velupilla Flop Similar →
1970 Thriveni Purushu Flop Similar →
1969 Danger Biscuit - Hit Similar →
1969 Kadalpalam Nanukuttan Nair Flop Similar →
1968 Yakshi Ananthan Hit Similar →
1967 Ollathu Mathi - Flop Similar →
1967 Cochin Express Unnikannan Nair Hit Similar →
1967 Iruttinte Athmavu Guru Kunhichathu Flop Similar →
1966 Kalyaana Rathriyil? Appukuttan Flop Similar →
1964 Bhargavi Nilayam Cheriya Pareekanni Super Hit Similar →
1961 Gnana Sundari - Flop Similar →

Adoor Bhasi - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Adoor Bhasi?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Adoor Bhasi is "Rathinirvedam" with a rating of 9.7/10.

How many movies has Adoor Bhasi acted in?

Adoor Bhasi has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Adoor Bhasi?

Other notable films include "Bhargavi Nilayam", "Ponnapuram Kotta", and "Manivathoorile Aayiram Sivarathrikal".