M. K. Radha
ActingAbout M. K. Radha
M. K. Radha (20 November 1910 - 29 August 1985) was an Indian actor who worked mainly in Tamil cinema. He was born in Chennai and took up acting in Tamil stage at the age of 7. He was tutored by his father Kandasamy Mudaliar a famous drama teacher at that time. His career spanned for almost 25 years in Tamil drama as a lead actor during India´s pre-independence days and he was a popular social hero in various patriotic dramas.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of M. K. Radha reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of M. K. Radha'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 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), M. K. Radha remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Chandralekha, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best M. K. Radha Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from M. K. Radha's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of M. K. Radha.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | Uthama Puthiran | the king | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1957 | Ambikapathy | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Neelamalai Thirudan | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Karpukarasi | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Vanangaamudi | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Avvaiyyar | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | APOORVA SAGODHARARGAL | Vijayasimhan / Vikramasimhan | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Chandralekha | Veerasimhan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Maya Machindra | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | Anaadhai Penn | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1936 | Sathi Leelavathi | Radhakrishnan | Flop | Similar → |
M. K. Radha - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of M. K. Radha?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring M. K. Radha is "Chandralekha" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has M. K. Radha acted in?
M. K. Radha has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by M. K. Radha?
Other notable films include "Uthama Puthiran", "APOORVA SAGODHARARGAL", and "Neelamalai Thirudan".