Babu Namboothiri
ActingAbout Babu Namboothiri
Babu Namboothiri is a retired Professor and an Indian film and TV actor who has starred in more than 100 Malayalam films and various serials.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Babu Namboothiri 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 Babu Namboothiri'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 40% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Babu Namboothiri remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Kaliyachan, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Babu Namboothiri Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Babu Namboothiri's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Babu Namboothiri.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Pani | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Salt Mango Tree | Menon Sir | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Kaliyachan | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Dolphins | Doctor | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Trivandrum Lodge | Thangal (Cameo) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Indian Rupee | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Maharaja Talkies | Raghavan Nair | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Makeup Man | Soorya's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Aagathan | Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Shikkar | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Ividam Swargamanu | Justice Sukumaran Marar | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Kerala Cafe | Johny's father | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Twenty 20 | Justice Kaimal | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Innathe Chintha Vishayam | Kriahnankutty | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Vinodayathra | Kunnath Ramanunni | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Detective | Prabhakaran Thampi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Yes Your Honour | Appukkuttan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Vadakkumnadhan | Govinda Pisharadi | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Bus Conductor | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Perumazhakkalam | Mani Swamy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Pakalpooram | Sooryan Namboothiri | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Ee Parakkum Thalika | Krishna Pillai | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Dada Sahib | Shekharan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Crime File | Chief Minister | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Pathram | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Sundara Killadi | Somaji Vaidhyar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | The Truth | Mahendran | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Man of the Story | Veluchar | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Aadyathe Kanmani | Raghavan Nair | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Vidheyan | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Customs Diary | Padmanabha Iyer | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Dhruvam | Ponmani | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | Ayalathe Adheham | David Gomez | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Georgekutty C/O Georgekutty | Ouseppachan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Dhanam | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Dhanam | Balan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Perumthachan | Kesavan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Ee Thanutha Veluppan Kalathu | Justice T. Vasudev | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Cheriya Lokavum Valiya Manushyarum | Menon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Mathilukal | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Jagratha | Adv. Janardanan Nair | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Naaduvazhikal | Abraham Varkey | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Adikkurippu | Public Prosecutor | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Moonnam Mura | Mohan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Puravrutham | Masur | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Thaniyavarthanam | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Amrutham Gamaya | Illethu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Thoovanathumbikal | Thangal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Adiverukal | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Nirakkoottu | Ajith | Hit | Similar → |
Babu Namboothiri - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Babu Namboothiri?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Babu Namboothiri is "Kaliyachan" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Babu Namboothiri acted in?
Babu Namboothiri has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Babu Namboothiri?
Other notable films include "Perumazhakkalam", "Amrutham Gamaya", and "Mathilukal".