Pawan Kalyan
ActingAbout Pawan Kalyan
Pawan Kalyan is an Indian film actor, director, screenwriter and action choreographer in Telugu cinema. He is the brother of Indian actor Chiranjeevi. Kalyan made his acting debut in 1996 Telugu film Akkada Ammayi Ikkada Abbayi.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Pawan Kalyan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 35 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Action
The majority of Pawan Kalyan's filmography leans towards the Action 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 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Pawan Kalyan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Thammudu, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Pawan Kalyan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Pawan Kalyan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Pawan Kalyan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Ustaad Bhagat Singh | Bhagat Singh | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | They Call Him OG | Ojas "OG" Gambheera | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 – Sword vs Spirit | Veera Mallu | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | BRO | Titan | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Bheemla Nayak | SI Sarhad Bheemla Nayak | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Vakeel Saab | Konidela Satyadev | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Agnyaathavaasi | Abhijith Bhargav | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Katamarayudu | Katamarayudu | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Sardaar Gabbar Singh | Sardaar Gabbar Singh | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Gopala Gopala | Govinda Gopala Hari | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Atharintiki Daaredi | Goutham Nanda | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Cameraman Ganga Tho Rambabu | Ram Babu | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Gabbar Singh | Gabbar Singh | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Panjaa | Jai | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Teen Maar | Michael Velayudham/Arjun Palwai | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Komaram Puli | Komaram Puli | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Jalsa | Sanjay sahu | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Shankar Dada Zindabad | Cameo Appearance | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Annavaram | Annavaram | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Bangaram | Bangaram | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Balu | Ghani/Balu | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Shankar Dada M.B.B.S. | Special appearance in song | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Gudumba Shankar | Gudumba Shankar | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Shart: The Challenge | special appearance | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Johnny | Johnny | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Khushi | Sidhartha "Siddhu" Roy | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Badri | Badrinath | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Thammudu | Subhramanyam | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Tholi Prema | Balu | Average | Similar → |
| 1998 | Suswagatham | Ganesh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Gokulamlo Seetha | Pavan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Akkada Ammayi Ikkada Abbayi | Kalyan | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | PSPK32 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | They Call Him OG 2 | Ojas "OG" Ghambeera | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Untitled SVC - Pawan Kalyan Movie | - | Flop | Similar → |
Pawan Kalyan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Pawan Kalyan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Pawan Kalyan is "Thammudu" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Pawan Kalyan acted in?
Pawan Kalyan has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Pawan Kalyan?
Other notable films include "Jalsa", "Atharintiki Daaredi", and "Hari Hara Veera Mallu: Part 1 – Sword vs Spirit".