M. R. Santhanam
ActingM. R. Santhanam Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of M. R. Santhanam reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 14 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of M. R. Santhanam's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 7% of M. R. Santhanam'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 Kappalottiya Thamizhan, which stands out as a key performance.
Best M. R. Santhanam Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from M. R. Santhanam's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie M. R. Santhanam has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1962 | Bandha Pasam | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Marutha Nattu Veeran | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1961 | Kappalottiya Thamizhan | Aid Ekambaram | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Vidivelli | Rosie's Father David | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Kuravanji | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Adutha Veettu Penn | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Maragatham | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Veerapandiya Kattabomman | Thaanathipathi Pillai | Average | Similar → |
| 1958 | Annaiyin Aanai | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Inspector | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1952 | Rani | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Kaithi | Karunakaran | Flop | Similar → |
| 1949 | Kanniyin Kaadhali | Varali | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Meera | Surendran | Flop | Similar → |
M. R. Santhanam - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of M. R. Santhanam?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring M. R. Santhanam is "Kappalottiya Thamizhan" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has M. R. Santhanam acted in?
M. R. Santhanam has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by M. R. Santhanam?
Other notable films include "Veerapandiya Kattabomman", "Bandha Pasam", and "Meera".