N. S. Krishnan - Actor Profile

N. S. Krishnan

Acting
Updated: Apr 16, 2026
41Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 29, 1908
Birth Place: Nagercoil, Travancore, India

About N. S. Krishnan

Nagerkoyil Sudalaimuthu Krishnan, popularly known as Kalaivanar and also as 'NSK' was a leading NagercoilTamil film comedian, drama artist, playback singer and writer in the early stages of the Tamil film industry – in the 1940s and 1950s. He is considered as the "Charlie Chaplin of India" Born in Ozhuginachery, Nagercoil, in the princely state of Travancore, India on 29 November 1908, his stage and cine-screen comedy performances were unique and always carried a message for the people. 'Kalaivanar' N. S. Krishnan died at the age of 49, on 30 August 1957.

N. S. Krishnan Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of N. S. Krishnan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 41 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of N. S. Krishnan's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 5% of N. S. Krishnan'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 Kannagi, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best N. S. Krishnan Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from N. S. Krishnan's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie N. S. Krishnan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1960 Raja Desingu - Flop Similar →
1957 Ambikapathy Kalaivanar Arjunan Flop Similar →
1957 Yaar Paiyyan Kandasamy Mudaliyar Flop Similar →
1957 Puthu Vazhvu - Flop Similar →
1956 Rangoon Radha Naidu Flop Similar →
1956 Madurai Veeran Veeran's foster father Flop Similar →
1956 Asai - Flop Similar →
1955 Doctor Savithri Muniyan Flop Similar →
1955 Mudhal Thedhi Sathanandam Average Similar →
1952 Panam - Flop Similar →
1952 Amarakavi - Flop Similar →
1950 Parijatham Sridhama Flop Similar →
1950 Laila Majnu Anvar Flop Similar →
1949 Rathan Kumar - Flop Similar →
1949 Kanniyin Kaadhali - Flop Similar →
1949 Nallathambi - Flop Similar →
1949 Krishna Bhakthi Vevukkarar Flop Similar →
1948 Chandralekha The Circus Buffoon Super Hit Similar →
1947 Paithiyakaaran - Flop Similar →
1945 Sri Valli - Flop Similar →
1945 Burma Rani Kunjitham Flop Similar →
1944 Haridas Zamindar Average Similar →
1944 Jagathalapratapan Vichitran Flop Similar →
1943 Sivakavi - Flop Similar →
1943 Dhaasippen - Flop Similar →
1942 Manonmani Pani Pandaram Flop Similar →
1942 Kannagi Injippathan Super Hit Similar →
1942 Araichimani Sadayan Flop Similar →
1941 Ashok Kumar - Flop Similar →
1941 Aryamala Chinnaan Flop Similar →
1941 Vedavathi - Flop Similar →
1940 Uthama Puthiran Iyengar Flop Similar →
1939 Prahalada Nikumban Flop Similar →
1939 Maya Machindra - Flop Similar →
1939 Thiruneelakantar Chokan Flop Similar →
1939 Manickavasagar Mestri Vengupillai Flop Similar →
1938 Dakshayagnam - Flop Similar →
1937 Ambikapathy - Flop Similar →
1936 Sathi Leelavathi - Flop Similar →
1936 Sathyaseelan - Flop Similar →
1935 Menaka - Flop Similar →

N. S. Krishnan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of N. S. Krishnan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring N. S. Krishnan is "Kannagi" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has N. S. Krishnan acted in?

N. S. Krishnan has been featured in at least 41 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by N. S. Krishnan?

Other notable films include "Chandralekha", "Haridas", and "Mudhal Thedhi".

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