Salim Kumar
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Salim Kumar is a National Award winning Indian film actor and mimic predominantly acting in Malayalam cinema. He is one of the prominent comic actors of the current generation in Malayalam cinema, but has shown his versatility in the drama genre of films, such as Achanurangatha Veedu, Gramophone, Perumazhakkalam and Adaminte Makan Abu. Salim Kumar's role as Abu in Adaminte Makan Abu won him both the National Award and Kerala State award for Best Actor for the year 2010. Earlier he had won a Kerala State Film Award for the Second Best Actor in 2005 for his role as Samuel in Achanurangatha Veedu.
Salim Kumar Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Salim Kumar reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Salim Kumar's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 98% of Salim 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 C.I.D. Moosa, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Salim Kumar Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Salim Kumar's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Salim Kumar has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Mukundan Unni Associates™ | Unni's Grandfather (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Mei Hoom Moosa | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Thallumaala | Singer | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Pada | Justice Thankappan Achari | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Thirimali | Avarachan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Meow | Usthad | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Malik | Moosakka | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Driving Licence | Agusti | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Munthiri Monchan | Thavala (Frog) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Porinju Mariam Jose | 'Beedi' Joy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | And The Oscar Goes To... | Sakhav Moidu | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Ramaleela | Sumesh Venjara | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Moonam Naal Njayarazhcha | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Valiya Chirakulla Pakshikal | School Head Master | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Pathemari | Narayanan's father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Nedunchaalai | Mattum Shekar | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Ohm Shanthi Oshaana | Narrator | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | KQ | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Lisammayude Veedu | Samuel | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Ayalum Njanum Thammil | Thomachan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Ordinary | Ashan | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | Adaminte Makan Abu | Abu | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Marykkundoru Kunjaadu | Lolappan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Kerala Cafe | Manikandan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Loudspeaker | KP | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Katha Parayumbol | Das Vadakkemuri | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Arabikkatha | Karim | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Goal | Kuriakose | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Karutha Pakshikal | Shanmughan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Vaasthavam | Thrippan Namboodiri | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Achanurangatha Veedu | Samuel | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Rajamanikyam | Dasappan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Pandippada | Umakanthan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Rappakal | Govindan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Thommanum Makkalum | Rajakannu | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Udayananu Tharam | Rafeeq | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Perumazhakkalam | Aamu Elappa | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Kadhavaseshan | Renuka's brother-in-law | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Chathikkatha Chanthu | Vikram | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Pulival Kalyanam | Manavalan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | C.I.D. Moosa | The Insane Man | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Thilakkam | Omanakkuttan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Kilichundan Mampazham | Usman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Gramophone | 'Tabla' Bhaskaran | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Kalyanaraman | Pyari | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Meesa Madhavan | Adv. Mukundanunny | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Ee Parakkum Thalika | Koshy | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Thenkasipattanam | Muthuraman | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Sandhesam | Uncredited role | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | My Dear Kuttichathan | Musician | Hit | Similar → |
Salim Kumar - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Salim Kumar?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Salim Kumar is "C.I.D. Moosa" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Salim Kumar acted in?
Salim Kumar has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Salim Kumar?
Other notable films include "Moonam Naal Njayarazhcha", "KQ", and "Sandhesam".