Pawan Kumar
WritingAbout Pawan Kumar
Pawan Kumar is a film director, actor and screenwriter in the Kannada film industry. He is well known for the films Manasaare, Pancharangi, his directorial debut Lifeu Ishtene and the 2013 psychological thriller Lucia became one of the biggest turning points of his career. Being from a theatre background, he wrote scripts for plays on stage before working as an associate director with Yograj Bhat.
Pawan Kumar Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Pawan Kumar 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 Pawan Kumar's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 43% of Pawan Kumar'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 Marshal, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Pawan Kumar Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Pawan Kumar's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Pawan Kumar has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Shodha | Rohit | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Hostel Hudugaru Bekagiddare | Senior | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Gaalipata 2 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Govinda Govinda | Keshav Karade | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Alidu Ulidavaru | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Chambal | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Lucia | Doctor | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Lifeu Ishtene | Suraj | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Pancharangi | Bharat Kumar | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Manasaare | Dollar | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Circus | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Mr. Garagasa | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Inthi Ninna Preethiya | Vaasne Baabu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Marshal | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
Pawan Kumar - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Pawan Kumar?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Pawan Kumar is "Marshal" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Pawan Kumar acted in?
Pawan Kumar has been featured in at least 14 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Pawan Kumar?
Other notable films include "Inthi Ninna Preethiya", "Lifeu Ishtene", and "Lucia".