Gopi
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Gopinathan Velayudhan Nair, also known as Bharat Gopi, was an Indian film actor, producer, and director. Considered one of the greatest actors in the history of Indian cinema, Gopi was one of the first actors to be associated with the New Wave cinema movement in Kerala during the 1970s. He won many awards, including the National Film Award for Best Actor for his role as Sankarankutty in Kodiyettam (1977). His well-known roles include Aiyappan in Yavanika, Vasu Menon in Palangal, Prof. "Shakespeare" Krishna Pillai in Kattathe Kilikoodu, Dushasana Kurup in Panchavadi Palam, Nandagopal in Ormakkayi, Mammachan in Adaminte Vaariyellu, Shankaran in Chidambaram and Krishnan Raju in Aghaat. Gopi also directed the films Ulsavapittennu (1989) and Yamanam (1991), and produced the movie Padheyam (1993) directed by Bharathan. In 1991 the Government of India honoured him with the Padma Shri for his contributions towards the arts.
Gopi Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Gopi reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Gopi's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 34% of Gopi's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Padheyam, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Gopi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gopi's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Gopi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Aakasha Gopuram | Abraham | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Dae! Ingottu Nokkiye... | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Paradesi | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Nasrani | Adv. Narayana Swamy | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Nivedyam | Ramavarma Thamburan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Rasathanthram | Balan Master | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Wanted | Anu's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Ek Alag Mausam | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Dubai | Joseph Pandala | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Susanna | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Devadasi | Shanta Ram | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Vasanthiyum Lakshmiyum Pinne Njaanum | Bhargavan | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Samantharangal | Musaliyar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Elavamkodu Desam | Agnisarmman | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Agnidevan | K. K. Menon | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | My Own | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Vardhakya Puranam | Rajani's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Padheyam | K. V. Raghavan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Udayam Padinjaru | Thambi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Ice Cream | Viswantha Panicker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Revathikkoru Pavakkutty | Balan Menon | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Meenamasathile Suryan | School Teacher | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Karimpin Poovinakkare | Chellannan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Kanathaya Penkutty | Devadas Menon | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Puli Varunne Puli | Chairman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Irakal | Cardinal | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Aghaat | Krishnan Raju | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Chidambaram | Mohandas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Punnaram Cholli Cholli | Krishnankutty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Panchavadi Palam | Dussasana Kuruppu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Appunni | Ayyappan Nair | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Aarorumariyathe | Stephen George | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Adaminte Vaariyellu | Mamachan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | April Pathinettu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Aksharangal | V. P. Menon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Prem Nazirine Kanmanilla | Bharath Gopi | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Lekhayude Maranam Oru Flashback | Suresh Babu | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Ente Mamattukkuttiyammakku | Vinod | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Kattathe Kilikkoodu | Prof. 'Shakespeare' Krishna Pillai | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Eettillam | Moitheen Bava | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Novemberinte Nashtam | Meera's Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Yavanika | Tablist Aiyappan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Vida Parayum Munpe | Dr. Thomas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Kallan Pavithran | Mamachan | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Palangal | Vasu Menon | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Satah Se Uthata Aadmi | Ramesh | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | Peruvazhiyambalam | Tea Shop Owner | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Kodiyettam | Sankaran Kutty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Circus Tent | Circus Manager | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Swayamvaram | The dismissed employee | Average | Similar → |
Gopi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gopi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gopi is "Padheyam" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Gopi acted in?
Gopi has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gopi?
Other notable films include "Revathikkoru Pavakkutty", "Novemberinte Nashtam", and "Panchavadi Palam".