Gautham Vasudev Menon
DirectingAbout Gautham Vasudev Menon
Gautham Menon was a student of mechanical engineering at Mookambigai College of Engineering and graduated in the batch of 1993, and his time there inspired him to make his lead characters of Minnale and Vaaranam Aayiram, students of the same course. He claims to have been inspired by films such as Dead Poet's Society and Nayagan and expressed his desire to his parents to change career path and become a filmmaker and consequently wrote his first film at his college hostel. His mother insisted he became an ad film maker by shooting various commercials and took an apprenticeship under filmmaker Rajiv Menon. He went on to work as an assistant director for Minsaara Kanavu in 1997, in which he also appeared in a cameo role.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gautham Vasudev Menon 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 Gautham Vasudev Menon'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 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gautham Vasudev Menon remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in 13, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Gautham Vasudev Menon Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gautham Vasudev Menon's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gautham Vasudev Menon.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Paradha | The Photographer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Devil's Double Next Level | Inspector Raghavan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Bazooka | Benjamin Joshua | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Dragon | Vale Kumar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Dominic and the Ladies' Purse | Ibrahim Moopan | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Viduthalai: Part II | Sunil Menon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Hitler | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Hit List | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Rathnam | Anbazhagan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Sesham Mike-il Fathima | Shiva Narayanan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Leo | Joshy Andrews | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Karumegangal Kalaiginrana | Komagan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Ustaad | Joseph D'Souza | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Anuragam | Shankar | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Viduthalai: Part I | Sunil Menon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Pathu Thala | Naanjilaar Gunasekaran | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Lovefully Yours Veda | Sri Kumar Kartha | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Michael | Gurunath | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Sita Ramam | Major Selvan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Don | Himself (Cameo Appearance) | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Selfie | Ravi Varma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Koorman | Trailer Narrator | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | FIR | Ajay Dewan | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | 3:33 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Rudra Thandavam | Vadhabirajan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Kutty Story | Aadhi | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Lockup | Narrator | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Kannum Kannum Kollaiyadithaal | Prathap Chakravarthi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Trance | Solomon Davis | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Oh My Kadavule | Himself (Cameo Appearance) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Ee Nagaraniki Emaindi? | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Goli Soda 2 | Raghavan | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Naam | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Pa Paandi | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Achcham Yenbadhu Madamaiyada | Police Officer | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Saahasam Swaasaga Saagipo | Police Officer (Cameo Appearance) | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Yatchan | Himself (Guest Appearance) | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Yennai Arindhaal | Police Officer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Kanna Laddu Thinna Aasaiya | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Ye Maaya Chesave | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Vaaranam Aayiram | Commando informer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Pachaikili Muthucharam | Bus passenger | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu | Special appearance in "Manjal Veyyil" song | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Kaakha Kaakha | Vasudeva Nair | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein | Madhav's software company's boss | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Minnale | Flower deliveryman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Minsara Kanavu | A man in the crowd (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | 13 | Arulmozhivarman | Super Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Eo | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Dhruva Natchathiram: Chapter One – Yuddha Kaandam | - | Flop | Similar → |
Gautham Vasudev Menon - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gautham Vasudev Menon?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gautham Vasudev Menon is "13" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Gautham Vasudev Menon acted in?
Gautham Vasudev Menon has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gautham Vasudev Menon?
Other notable films include "Selfie", "Koorman", and "Oh My Kadavule".