A. R. Srinivasan

Acting

Freshness: Jan 27, 2026

21Total Films

7.8 Highest Rated

Born: Apr 8, 1933

Birth Place: Madras, Madras State, British India [now Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India]

About A. R. Srinivasan

Alangadu Ramamurthi Srinivasan, popularly known as A. R. Srinivasan and A. R. S., is a Tamil stage, television and film actor.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of A. R. Srinivasan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 21 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of A. R. Srinivasan'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), A. R. Srinivasan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Nayakan, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best A. R. Srinivasan Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from A. R. Srinivasan's career based on audience ratings.

★7.8

★7.8

Nayakan: Velu Naicker, who witnesses the brutal murder of his father, kills a corrupt policeman and escapes to Mumbai, only to be

Nayakan

1987•Drama

★7.0

★7.0

Udhaya Geetham: Arun, a popular singer and a death convict, helps raise money for the poor through his concert. However, his wife Shanth

Udhaya Geetham

1985•Drama

★6.7

★6.7

Friends: A man values his best friend more than anything else in the world. One day he confesses a dark secret from their childho

Friends

2001•Family

★6.0

★6.0

Inaindha Kaigal: Dr. Chandralekha, a grieving mother, asks an ex-army man David Kumar to rescue her son Gunasekaran who is locked-up in a

Inaindha Kaigal

1990•Thriller

★6.0

★6.0

Meendum Kokila: Subramaniam, a lawyer is married to Kokila and has a daughter. Things go well until he meets Kamini, a movie star in a p

Meendum Kokila

1981•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of A. R. Srinivasan.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2001	Friends	Padmini's Father's Friend	Hit	Similar →
1992	Kaaviya Thalaivan	Doctor	Flop	Similar →
1990	Pudhiya Sarithiram	-	Flop	Similar →
1990	Inaindha Kaigal	-	Average	Similar →
1989	Kodi Parakuthu	-	Flop	Similar →
1989	Sattathin Thirappu Vizhaa	-	Flop	Similar →
1987	Nayakan	Police commissioner	Super Hit	Similar →
1987	Jallikkattu	-	Flop	Similar →
1987	Paadu Nilave	Jailor	Flop	Similar →
1986	Manithanin Marupakkam	Inspector	Flop	Similar →
1985	Idhaya Kovil	-	Average	Similar →
1985	Thendrale Ennai Thodu	Rajasekar, Malathi's Dad	Flop	Similar →
1985	Andha Oru Nimidam	-	Flop	Similar →
1985	Udhaya Geetham	-	Hit	Similar →
1984	Naan Mahaan Alla	Le Père de Saravanan	Flop	Similar →
1983	Ilamai Kaalangal	-	Flop	Similar →
1981	Kadal Meengal	-	Flop	Similar →
1981	Meendum Kokila	Auditor	Average	Similar →
1981	Mohana Punnagai	-	Flop	Similar →
1978	Vanakkathukuriya Kathaliye	Doctor	Flop	Similar →
1972	Nawab Narkali	Nesamani Ponniah	Flop	Similar →

A. R. Srinivasan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of A. R. Srinivasan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring A. R. Srinivasan is "Nayakan" with a rating of 7.8/10.

How many movies has A. R. Srinivasan acted in?

A. R. Srinivasan has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by A. R. Srinivasan?

Other notable films include "Udhaya Geetham", "Friends", and "Inaindha Kaigal".