P. Ravi Shankar
ActingAbout P. Ravi Shankar
P. Ravi Shankar (born Pudipeddi Ravi Shankar Sarma) also known as Bommali Ravi Shankar or Sai Ravi is an Indian film actor, dubbing artist, director and writer. He primarily works in Telugu, Tamil and Kannada films. He dubbed for over 2600 films with more than 1000 films each in Telugu and Tamil languages.He dubbed for over 150 films each in Kannada and Malayalam films. He is the brother of popular Indian actor Sai Kumar.He won seven Andhra Pradesh state Nandi Awards for Best Male Dubbing Artist and one Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Male Dubbing Artist. He made his directorial debut with the Kannada film "Durgi" in 2002. He also worked as a dialogue writer and penned dialogues for over 75 Telugu films and 150 Tamil films. He also worked as a playback singer for films such as "Rakta Charitra" and "Bejawada". He won his first Filmfare Award for his performance in the film "Kempe Gowda".
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of P. Ravi Shankar 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: Action
The majority of P. Ravi Shankar'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 36% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), P. Ravi Shankar remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Saptapadi, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best P. Ravi Shankar Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from P. Ravi Shankar's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of P. Ravi Shankar.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | UI | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Matka | Narayana Murthy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Bhaje Vaayu Vegam | David | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Geethanjali Malli Vachindi | Nataraj Shastri | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Ooru Peru Bhairavakona | Rajappa | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Guntur Kaaram | Kata Madhu | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Bhagavanth Kesari | Narrator | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Kranti | Narasappa | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Veera Simha Reddy | Krishna Reddy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Mukhachitram | Vashishta | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Thaggedhe Le | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Kotigobba 3 | Kishore | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Krack | Konda Reddy | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Yajamana | Pulla Reddy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Natasaarvabhowma | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Ananthu v/s Nusrath | Gavilingaswamy Kethamaranahallii | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Victory 2 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Raambo 2 | Joker | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Bharat Ane Nenu | MLA Damu | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Rajaratha | Uncle | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Dhairyam | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Anjaniputra | Surya Prakash | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | College Kumar | Shiva kumar | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Bāhubali 2: The Conclusion | Karikala Kattappa Nadar (Voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Hebbuli | Arasikere Anjanappa | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Mukunda Murari | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Mungaru Male 2 | Nandini's father | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Kotigobba 2 | ACP Kishore | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Jigarthanda | Assault Armuga | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Viraat | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Masterpiece | Boss | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Bāhubali: The Beginning | Karikala Kattappa Nadar (Voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Indru Netru Naalai | Kuzhandaivelu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Raja Rajendra | Bottle Mani | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Bahaddur | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Maanikya | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Victory | Ravi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Bachchan | Don Jayaraj | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Ameerin Aadhi Bhagavan | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Varadanayaka | Section Shankar | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Edegarike | Police Inspector J. Nayak | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Edegarike | Police | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Chaarulatha | Samiyar | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Dandupalya | Chalapathi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Dandam Dashagunam: The Police | Tamate Shiva | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Kempe Gowda | Armugam | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Once Upon a Warrior | Narrator | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Arundhati | Pasupathi (Voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Johnny | Ravishankar Damle (Voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Saptapadi | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
P. Ravi Shankar - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of P. Ravi Shankar?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring P. Ravi Shankar is "Saptapadi" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has P. Ravi Shankar acted in?
P. Ravi Shankar has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by P. Ravi Shankar?
Other notable films include "Mukunda Murari", "Bahaddur", and "Geethanjali Malli Vachindi".