Charu Haasan
ActingAbout Charu Haasan
Charuhasan is an Indian film and television actor, director and retired lawyer who has acted in Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam and Hindi films. He won the National Film Award for Best Actor and also the Karnataka Government's Best Actor Award for the Kannada movie Tabarana Kathe, directed by Girish Kasaravalli in 1987. Charuhasan is the elder brother of veteran film actor Kamal Haasan.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Charu Haasan reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Charu Haasan's filmography leans towards the Drama 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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Charu Haasan remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Vedham Pudhithu, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Charu Haasan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Charu Haasan's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Charu Haasan.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Haraa | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Pop Corn | Pavan's Grandfather | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Gamanam | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Dear Comrade | Bobby's grandfather | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Dha Dha 87 | Sathya | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Odu Raja Odu | Peria Thevar (Cameo appearance) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Naa Peru Surya - Naa Illu India | Mustafa's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | Saithan | "Yettu" Arumugam | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Uthama Puthiran | Swamiji | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Yuga | Banu's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Oru Kalluriyin Kathai | Doctor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Karka Kasadara | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Kamaraj | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | War & Love | Settu Pappa | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Thamizhan | Sivaraman | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Dhill | Minister | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Kannukku Kannaga | the astrologer | Flop | Similar → |
| 1997 | Guru | Raghuraman's father | Hit | Similar → |
| 1995 | Rajavin Parvaiyile | Shanti's father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Veluchami | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | Jai Hind | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Veera | Krishnamurthy Shastri | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Thendral Varum Theru | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Gandhari | Prof. Murthy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1992 | Sevagan | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Thalapathi | Subbulakshmi's Father | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Shanti Kranti | Politician | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Surya IPS | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1990 | Anjali | Apartment colony's head | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Neti Siddhartha | Dr. Nidhi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Vachanam | Vishnuji | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Adharvam | Thevalli | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Urimai Geetham | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Vedham Pudhithu | Neelakanta Shasthrihal | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Vazhiyorakazchakal | Swamy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Oru Thayin Sabhatham | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Vikram | Mr Rao | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | Tabarana Kathe | Tabara Shetty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Kuzhandhai Yesu | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Aksharangal | Editor Varghese | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Oorukku Upadesam | Justice Vedalingam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Theerppu En Kaiyil | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Rugma | Raman Shenoy | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Nandri, Meendum Varuga | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Agni Sakshi | Psychologist | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Rani Theni | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Ayiram Muthangal | Raghuram | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Raja Paarvai | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Nizhalgal | Special Appearance | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Uthiripookkal | Thambuswamy | Average | Similar → |
Charu Haasan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Charu Haasan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Charu Haasan is "Vedham Pudhithu" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Charu Haasan acted in?
Charu Haasan has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Charu Haasan?
Other notable films include "Thalapathi", "Vachanam", and "Vazhiyorakazchakal".