Mahat Raghavendra
ActingAbout Mahat Raghavendra
After finishing a degree at Hindustan College of Arts and Science, Mahat pursued a career in films with actor-director Silambarasan who cast him in a minor role for the 2006 film, Vallavan. He was initially set to make his debut in a Tamil remake of the successful Telugu film, Ullasamga Utsahamga (2008), though the venture never took off. He has a girlfriend who is also the title winner of Femina Miss India. Mahat, a childhood friend of producer Dhayanidhi Alagiri, was signed to portray a role in Venkat Prabhu's Mankatha which featured an ensemble cast including Ajith Kumar, Arjun and Vaibhav Reddy. Mahat appeared as a Dharavi bar owner and the film opened to critical and commercial acclaim in August 2011, and subsequently won him the Edison Award for Best Debut Actor. He is one of the sixteen contestants who is taking part in the Bigg Boss Tamil 2 which is being telecasted on Star Vijay.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Mahat Raghavendra reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 20 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Mahat Raghavendra's filmography leans towards the Action 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 10% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Mahat Raghavendra remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Maanaadu, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Mahat Raghavendra Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Mahat Raghavendra's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Mahat Raghavendra.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Kettavanu Per Edutha Nallavanda | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Kadhale Kadhale | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Maruthi Nagar Police Station | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Double XL | Srikanth Sreevardhan | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Maanaadu | Traffic Cop (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Cycle | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Vantha Rajavathaan Varuven | Raghul | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Anbanavan Asaradhavan Adangadhavan | Sabi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Chennai 600028 II: Second Innings | OK | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Run | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Ladies And Gentlemen | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Vadacurry | Special Appearance | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Jilla | Vignesh | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Biriyani | Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Back Bench Student | Kaarthik | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Mankatha | Mahat | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Kaalai | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Vallavan | Uncredited Role | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | 2030 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | St Marks Road | - | Flop | Similar → |
Mahat Raghavendra - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Mahat Raghavendra?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mahat Raghavendra is "Maanaadu" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Mahat Raghavendra acted in?
Mahat Raghavendra has been featured in at least 20 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Mahat Raghavendra?
Other notable films include "Mankatha", "Vantha Rajavathaan Varuven", and "Jilla".