
K P Ummer
ActingAbout K P Ummer
K. P. Ummer is the stage name of Snehajaan who was a Indian Malayalam cinema actor from Thekkepuram quarter of Kozhikode, Kerala, India. He was active in cinema from early sixties until late nineties. He was born to T.Mohamed koya and Beevi on 11 October 1934 in Calicut. His first film was Rarichan Enna Pauran (1956). He frequently played the villain opposite Prem Nazir, who played the hero. Ummer was also a character artist in the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. In 1967, he did his first character role in the film Udhyogastha directed by P. Venu. Later he had worked in many of his films. Ummer was a professional drama actor of K.P.A.C. and other troupes.He was a brilliant football player. K. P. Ummer was the first actor in Kerala to turn down a state government award. The K.P. Ummer Anusmarana Samithi created an award instituted in his memory for the people who contribute to Malayalam movies
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of K P Ummer 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 K P Ummer'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 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), K P Ummer remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Panchavadi Palam, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best K P Ummer Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from K P Ummer's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of K P Ummer.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Harikrishnans | Hostel Warden | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | The Car | Advocate | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Mannar Mathai Speaking | Prathapa Varma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Minnaram | Chackochan | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Butterflies | Bharathan Menon | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Iyer the Great | G.D. Nair | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Arhatha | Sreedharan Unnithan | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | Midhya | Nambyar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1988 | Orkkapurathu | Chacha | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | 1921 | Amu Sahib | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Nadodikkattu | Himself | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Adimakal Udamakal | Andrews | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Sobharaj | DSP Mohandas | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Sayam Sandhya | Sivaprasad's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Moonnu Masangalkku Munpu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Iniyum Kurukshetrum | Krishnan Menon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Manasilloru Manimuthu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Ennennum Kannettante | Kannan's father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Shyama | Menon | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Nokkethadhoorathu Kannum Nattu | Mathews | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Panchavadi Palam | Jahangir Thatha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Alakadalinakkare | Rajasekhar | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Ivide Thudangunnu | Pappachan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Kaliyil Alpam Karyam | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Athirathram | Thara Shankar | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Kodunkattu | IG R.C Sekharan Thampi IPS | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Naanayam | Thambi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Sesham Kazhchayil | Varma | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Onnu Chirikku | Govindankutty | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Mansoru Maha Samudram | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Ente Mohangal Poovaninju | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Chambalkadu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Oothikachiya Ponnu | Mathachan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Sphodanam | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Shalini Ente Koottukari | Shalini's Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Aavesham | Raghavan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1978 | Kadathanaattu Maakkam | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Aayiram Janmangal | Lawyer Sukumaran | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Mohiniyattom | Narendran | Flop | Similar → |
| 1974 | Arakkallan Mukkalkkallan | Ugran Varma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Ponnapuram Kotta | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Driksakshi | Raghunath | Flop | Similar → |
| 1972 | Gandharavakshetram | Vasudevan | Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Thettu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1971 | C.I.D. Nazir | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Thara | Gopinathan Nair | Flop | Similar → |
| 1970 | Vazhve Mayam | Sasidaharan Nair | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Danger Biscuit | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Mooladhanam | Madhu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Kadalpalam | Prabhakaran | Flop | Similar → |
K P Ummer - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of K P Ummer?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring K P Ummer is "Panchavadi Palam" with a rating of 8.4/10.
How many movies has K P Ummer acted in?
K P Ummer has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by K P Ummer?
Other notable films include "Shalini Ente Koottukari", "Ponnapuram Kotta", and "Nokkethadhoorathu Kannum Nattu".




