N. Viswanathan
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N. Viswanathan (1929 – 17 November 2010), popularly known as Calcutta Viswanathan in theTamil film industry, was an Indian actor and academic. A Tamilian by birth, he moved to Calcutta(now Kolkata) at a young age and joined St. Xavier's College, Calcutta as an English professor and continued to teach there for more than 40 years. Viswanathan was also a well-known public speaker. He started acting films after entering into the Bengali films by acting in Mrinal Sen'sPunascha and Satyajit Ray's Kanchenjungha.[2] In an acting career spanning over 40 years Viswanathan appeared in nearly 100 films in Bengali, Tamil and English. Viswanathan was a member several theatre groups and also formed the "Calcutta Players", an acting troupe
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of N. Viswanathan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 22 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of N. Viswanathan'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 14% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), N. Viswanathan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Barnali, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best N. Viswanathan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from N. Viswanathan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of N. Viswanathan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Byatikrami | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Andhakarer Shabdo | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | In the Forest... Again | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Baba | Baba's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Dialogue & Delirium | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Sunya Theke Suru | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Enakkul Oruvan | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Oh Maane Maane | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Kann Sivanthaal Mann Sivakkum | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Sagar Balaka | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Uttar Meleni | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Saheb | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Moodupani | Raghunath | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Paka Dekha | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Moondru Mudichu | The unnamed widower | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | Rodon Bhara Basanta | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | Ekhonee | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Duti Mon | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1964 | Anustup Chhanda | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Barnali | Dr. Shaileshwar Ghosh | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Kanchenjungha | Bannerjee | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1961 | Over Again | Mr. Mukherjee | Flop | Similar → |
N. Viswanathan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of N. Viswanathan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring N. Viswanathan is "Barnali" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has N. Viswanathan acted in?
N. Viswanathan has been featured in at least 22 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by N. Viswanathan?
Other notable films include "Kanchenjungha", "Dialogue & Delirium", and "Baba".