Vinayakan
ActingAbout Vinayakan
Vinayakan is an Indian actor, composer, & comedian who predominantly works in Malayalam and Tamil language films. He started his career with a cameo appearance in "Maanthrikam" (1995). Vinayakan won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor for his leading role of Ganga in Rajiv Ravi's "Kammatipaadam" (2016). He achieved wider attention by playing Rajinikanth's antagonist in Nelson Dilipkumar's "Jailer" (2023)
Vinayakan Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Vinayakan 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 Vinayakan's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 34% of Vinayakan'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 Asadhyudu, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Vinayakan Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Vinayakan's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Vinayakan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Aadu 3 | Dude / Sultan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Kalamkaval | Jayakrishnan | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | The Pet Detective | Yaqat Ali | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Thekku Vadakku | Madhavan | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Kasargold | Alex | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Jailer | Varman | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Panthrand | Anthrose | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Oruthee | SI Antony | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Pada | Balu Kallar | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Operation Java | Ramanathan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Trance | Thomas | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Valiyaperunnal | Himself (Cameo) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Thottappan | Ithakk | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Ee.Ma.Yau. | Ayyappan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil | Simon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | DiwanjiMoola Grand Prix | Vareedh | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Aadu 2 | Dude | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Honey Bee 2.5 | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Role Models | Jyothish | Flop | Similar → |
| 2016 | Kammatti Paadam | Ganga | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Kali | John | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | ATM | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2015 | Chandrettan Evideya | Rajaraja Cholan | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Aadu | Dude | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Seconds | Thampi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Iyobinte Pusthakam | Chemban | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Njan Steve Lopez | Pratapan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Masala Republic | Bengali Babu | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Daivathinte Swantham Cleetus | Sayippu | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Maryan | Theekkurissi | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | 5 Sundarikal | Chandran | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Bachelor Party | Fakeer | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Thalsamayam Oru Penkutty | Alex | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Best Actor | Pottan | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Daddy Cool | Selva | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Nammal Thammil | Tony | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Sagar Alias Jacky Reloaded | Style | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Big B | Pandi Azi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Chotta Mumbai | Satheeshan | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Thimiru | Easwari's Goon | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Chinthamani Kolacase | Uchandi | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Asadhyudu | Thambu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | By The People | porter | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Quotation | Maya | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Chathikkatha Chanthu | Romeo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Ivar | Vinayakan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Vellithira | Padavan | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Stop Violence | Montha | Flop | Similar → |
| 2002 | Onnaman | Patrick | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Maanthrikam | Michael Jackson imitator | Flop | Similar → |
Vinayakan - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Vinayakan?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Vinayakan is "Asadhyudu" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Vinayakan acted in?
Vinayakan has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Vinayakan?
Other notable films include "Kammatti Paadam", "Iyobinte Pusthakam", and "Ee.Ma.Yau.".