Gopi
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Gopinathan Velayudhan Nair, also known as Bharat Gopi, was an Indian film actor, producer, and director. Considered one of the greatest actors in the history of Indian cinema, Gopi was one of the first actors to be associated with the New Wave cinema movement in Kerala during the 1970s. He won many awards, including the National Film Award for Best Actor for his role as Sankarankutty in Kodiyettam (1977). His well-known roles include Aiyappan in Yavanika, Vasu Menon in Palangal, Prof. "Shakespeare" Krishna Pillai in Kattathe Kilikoodu, Dushasana Kurup in Panchavadi Palam, Nandagopal in Ormakkayi, Mammachan in Adaminte Vaariyellu, Shankaran in Chidambaram and Krishnan Raju in Aghaat. Gopi also directed the films Ulsavapittennu (1989) and Yamanam (1991), and produced the movie Padheyam (1993) directed by Bharathan. In 1991 the Government of India honoured him with the Padma Shri for his contributions towards the arts.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gopi 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 Gopi'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 34% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gopi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Revathikkoru Pavakkutty, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Gopi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gopi's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gopi.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Dae! Ingottu Nokkiye... | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Paradesi | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Nasrani | Adv. Narayana Swamy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Nivedyam | Ramavarma Thamburan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Rasathanthram | Balan Master | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Wanted | Anu's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Ek Alag Mausam | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Dubai | Joseph Pandala | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Susanna | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Devadasi | Shanta Ram | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Vasanthiyum Lakshmiyum Pinne Njaanum | Bhargavan | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Elavamkodu Desam | Agnisarmman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Kaikkudanna Nilavu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Ormakalundayirikkanam | Tharakan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Agnidevan | K. K. Menon | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | My Own | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Vardhakya Puranam | Rajani's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Padheyam | K. V. Raghavan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Udayam Padinjaru | Thambi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Ice Cream | Viswantha Panicker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Revathikkoru Pavakkutty | Balan Menon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Meenamasathile Suryan | School Teacher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Karimpin Poovinakkare | Chellannan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Kanathaya Penkutty | Devadas Menon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Puli Varunne Puli | Chairman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Irakal | Cardinal | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Aghaat | Krishnan Raju | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Chidambaram | Mohandas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Punnaram Cholli Cholli | Krishnankutty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Panchavadi Palam | Dussasana Kuruppu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Aduthaduthu | Fr. Augustine Kuriappalli | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Appunni | Ayyappan Nair | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Aarorumariyathe | Stephen George | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Adaminte Vaariyellu | Mamachan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Aksharangal | V. P. Menon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Prem Nazirine Kanmanilla | Bharath Gopi | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Lekhayude Maranam Oru Flashback | Suresh Babu | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Ente Mamattukkuttiyammakku | Vinod | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Kattathe Kilikkoodu | Prof. 'Shakespeare' Krishna Pillai | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Eettillam | Moitheen Bava | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Novemberinte Nashtam | Meera's Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Yavanika | Tablist Aiyappan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Vida Parayum Munpe | Dr. Thomas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Kallan Pavithran | Mamachan | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Palangal | Vasu Menon | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Satah Se Uthata Aadmi | Ramesh | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Peruvazhiyambalam | Tea Shop Owner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Kodiyettam | Sankaran Kutty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Circus Tent | Circus Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Swayamvaram | The dismissed employee | Average | Similar → |
Gopi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gopi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gopi is "Revathikkoru Pavakkutty" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Gopi acted in?
Gopi has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gopi?
Other notable films include "Padheyam", "Novemberinte Nashtam", and "Panchavadi Palam".