Jai Ganesh - Actor Profile

Jai Ganesh

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated

About Jai Ganesh

Jai Ganesh (Tamil: ஜெய்கணேஷ்) was an Engineer who mostly acted in supporting roles and was perhaps best known for his role in films like Aval Oru Thodar Kathai and Attukara Alamelu. His most popular roles have been as a supporting actor or even as a villain in films like Thaayillamal Naanillai, Athisaya Piravi and few more. He was born in 1946.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jai Ganesh 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: Drama

The majority of Jai Ganesh'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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jai Ganesh remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Naalai Manithan, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Jai Ganesh Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Jai Ganesh's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jai Ganesh.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2002 Alli Arjuna Arivazhagan's Father Flop Similar →
2000 Unnai Kann Theduthey - Flop Similar →
2000 Parthen Rasithen - Hit Similar →
2000 Mugavari Chandrasekhar Hit Similar →
1999 Kannupada Poguthaiya Ramakrishnan Flop Similar →
1999 Unakkaga Ellam Unakkaga Indhu's Father Hit Similar →
1999 Anbulla Kadhalukku Sundaramoorthy Flop Similar →
1999 Nee Varuvai Ena - Flop Similar →
1999 Rojavanam - Flop Similar →
1999 Viralukketha Veekkam Factory Owner Flop Similar →
1998 Pudhumai Pithan Ramadass Average Similar →
1998 Iniyavale - Flop Similar →
1997 Suryavamsam Nandini's Father Hit Similar →
1996 Ullathai Allitha Chandrasekar Hit Similar →
1996 Poove Unakkaga Moses Hit Similar →
1995 Murai Maman - Super Hit Similar →
1995 Veluchami - Flop Similar →
1994 Seeman - Flop Similar →
1994 Sakthivel - Flop Similar →
1993 Dhuruva Natchathiram - Flop Similar →
1993 Maharasan - Flop Similar →
1991 Shanti Kranti - Average Similar →
1990 Urudhi Mozhi - Flop Similar →
1990 Aatha Naan Paasayiten - Flop Similar →
1990 Extraordinary Being - Hit Similar →
1990 Arangetra Velai - Super Hit Similar →
1989 Naalai Manithan - Super Hit Similar →
1988 Pudhiya Vaanam Jeevadurai Average Similar →
1988 Uzhaithu Vaazha Vendum - Flop Similar →
1988 Thaimel Aanai - Average Similar →
1988 Anna Nagar Mudhal Theru - Hit Similar →
1987 Per Sollum Pillai - Average Similar →
1987 Manithan - Average Similar →
1987 Velundu Vinaiyillai - Flop Similar →
1986 Thazhuvatha Kaigal - Flop Similar →
1985 Anni - Flop Similar →
1985 Chinna Veedu Bhagyalakshmi's father Hit Similar →
1985 Aagaya Thamaraigal - Average Similar →
1984 Nalla Naal - Flop Similar →
1982 Thambathyam Oru Sangeetham - Flop Similar →
1979 Pattaakathi Bairavan - Flop Similar →
1979 Naan Vazhavaippen - Flop Similar →
1979 Thaayillamal Naanillai Mohanasundaram Flop Similar →
1979 Velum Mayilum Thunai Kali, Thief Flop Similar →
1979 Thirisoolam - Hit Similar →
1979 Neeya? - Average Similar →
1978 Pilot Premnath - Flop Similar →
1978 Vanakkathukuriya Kathaliye Senthil Flop Similar →
1978 Shankar Salim Simon Salim Flop Similar →
1977 Annan Oru Koyil Dr. Ananth Flop Similar →

Jai Ganesh - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Jai Ganesh?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jai Ganesh is "Naalai Manithan" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Jai Ganesh acted in?

Jai Ganesh has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Jai Ganesh?

Other notable films include "Arangetra Velai", "Murai Maman", and "Poove Unakkaga".