Narain
ActingAbout Narain
Sunil Kumar, known by his stage name Narain, is an Indian film actor, who has starred in Malayalam and Tamil films. He made his debut in Adoor Gopalakrishnan's Nizhalkuthu, followed by performances in Malayalam films 4 the People, Achuvinte Amma, and Classmates.
Narain Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Narain 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 Narain's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 32% of Narain'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 Pallikoodam, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Narain Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Narain's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Narain has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Eko | Navy Officer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Sahasam | Rajeev Nambiar | Average | Similar → |
| 2024 | Gumasthan | Hari | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Devara: Part 1 | Irfan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Queen Elizabeth | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | 800 | Velupillai Prabhakaran | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Iraivan | Andrew | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Gandeevadhari Arjuna | Ajit Chandra | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | 2018 | Winston | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Yugi | Nanda | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Adrishyam | Nanda | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Vikram | Bejoy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Champion | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Kaithi | Bejoy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Marconi Mathai | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Sisterleaf | Vinod | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Odiyan | Prakashan | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | U Turn | Ritesh | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Adam Joan | Syriac | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Rum | Thomas | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Kavi Uddheshichathu..? | Vattathil Bosco | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Angane Thanne Nethave Anchettennam Pinnale | Karthika Perumal | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Hallelooya | Dr. Roy K. Thomas | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Kathukutty | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Njangalude Veettile Athidhikal | Raj | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Red Rain | Jay | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Aaru Sundarimaarude Katha | Sreekumar | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | 3 Dots | Dr. Isaac | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Proprietors: Kammath & Kammath | Income Tax Officer | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Ayalum Njanum Thammil | Vivek | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Mugamoodi | Anguchamy/Dragon | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Grandmaster | Kishore | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Thambikottai | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Robin Hood | Alexander Felix | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Bhagyadevatha | Sajan Joseph | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Minnaminnikoottam | Abhilash (Abhi) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Anjathe | Sathyavan a.k.a. Sathya | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Ore Kadal | Jayakumar | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Pallikoodam | Vetrivel | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Panthayakozhi | Nandhu | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Classmates | Murali Iyer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Chithiram Pesuthadi | Thiru | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Seelabathi | Jeevan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | By The People | Rajan Mathew | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Annorikkal | Benny | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Achuvinte Amma | Adv. Immanuel John (Ijo) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | 4 The People | Rajan Mathew IPS | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Shadow Kill | Muthu | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Kural | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Dilli | Bejoy | Flop | Similar → |
Narain - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Narain?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Narain is "Pallikoodam" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Narain acted in?
Narain has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Narain?
Other notable films include "Ayalum Njanum Thammil", "Kaithi", and "Vikram".