Ramesh Khanna - Actor Profile

Ramesh Khanna

Acting
Updated: Apr 12, 2026
50Total Films
7.4 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 12, 1954
Birth Place: Chennai, Tamilnadu, India

About Ramesh Khanna

Ramesh Khanna (also spelt as Ramesh Kanna) is an Indian film director and actor who has worked in Tamil films. He has acted in supporting and comedian roles.

Ramesh Khanna Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Ramesh Khanna 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 Ramesh Khanna's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 44% of Ramesh Khanna'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 Padayappa, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Ramesh Khanna Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ramesh Khanna's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Ramesh Khanna has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 Rajni Muthuvel Average Similar →
2022 D Block Watchman Flop Similar →
2018 Bhaskar Oru Rascal Devadas Flop Similar →
2017 Vaigai Express - Hit Similar →
2014 Kochadaiiyaan Nagesh Flop Similar →
2014 Veeram District Collector Subbu Flop Similar →
2013 Policegiri Wine Shop Owner Flop Similar →
2011 Delhi Belly Mr. Kohli Hit Similar →
2010 Irumbu Kottai Murattu Singam Jada Flop Similar →
2009 Aadhavan 'Ilayamaan' Kuppusamy Average Similar →
2009 Mariyadhai - Flop Similar →
2008 Dasavatharam Doctor Hit Similar →
2008 Krazzy 4 - Flop Similar →
2006 Vattaram Delhi Flop Similar →
2006 Varalaru Vishnu's friend Average Similar →
2006 Keerthi Chakra Chinna Thambi Average Similar →
2006 Keerthi Chakra Soldier Average Similar →
2004 Attagasam Surula Average Similar →
2004 Cheppave Chirugali - Hit Similar →
2004 Thendral Sundarakanth Average Similar →
2003 Priyamaana Thozhi "Kaka" Ramesh Average Similar →
2003 Paarai - Hit Similar →
2003 Saamy Sub-Inspector Hit Similar →
2003 Jayam - Hit Similar →
2002 Villain Mani Average Similar →
2002 Panchatanthiram Sardarji, Police Hit Similar →
2002 Panchatanthiram Milkha Singh Hit Similar →
2002 Thulluvadho Ilamai Mani Hit Similar →
2002 Unnai Ninaithu Krishnamoorthy Average Similar →
2002 Gemini - Average Similar →
2002 Pammal K. Sambandam - Hit Similar →
2001 Kalakalappu Srinivasan Flop Similar →
2001 Star - Flop Similar →
2001 Kunguma Pottu Gounder Paramasivam Flop Similar →
2001 Friends Krishnamoorthy Hit Similar →
2000 Thenali Dr. Panchabhootam's Assistant Hit Similar →
2000 Koodi Vazhnthal Kodi Nanmai Ramesh Flop Similar →
2000 Vetri Kodi Kattu Sekar's Friend Hit Similar →
2000 Unnai Kodu Ennai Tharuven - Flop Similar →
2000 Appu - Hit Similar →
2000 Vaanathaippola - Hit Similar →
1999 Jodi - Average Similar →
1999 Amarkalam Singampuli Hit Similar →
1999 Nee Varuvai Ena - Flop Similar →
1999 Padayappa Murugesan Hit Similar →
1998 Unnidathil Ennai Koduthen Selvam's friend Hit Similar →
1998 Kadhal Mannan Black Dog security service Inspector Average Similar →
1997 Pistha Hotel Customer (Uncredited) Hit Similar →
1996 Avvai Shanmugi Film director Hit Similar →
1995 Muthu Kanna (uncredited) Hit Similar →

Ramesh Khanna - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ramesh Khanna?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ramesh Khanna is "Padayappa" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Ramesh Khanna acted in?

Ramesh Khanna has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ramesh Khanna?

Other notable films include "Delhi Belly", "Paarai", and "Thulluvadho Ilamai".

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