Rajeev
Biography
Rajeev is an Indian actor who is primarily known for concentrating in Tamil films and has also appeared in Malayalam language films. He was born in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India, and also uses the alternative name Rajiv Rajasekhar. He began his acting career in the 1982 release Mull Illadha Roja, where he was cast as the hero. Following his early work in successful movies, he transitioned to playing villain and character roles. His filmography in other regional cinema includes appearances in the hit Malayalam-language films Ustaad and Elavamkodu Desam. Across his career in the film industry, he has accumulated a total of sixty known acting credits listed in film databases.
Career overview
Rajeev is an Indian actor who was born in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. Primarily concentrating in Tamil films, he started his career as a hero in the 1982 release Mull Illadha Roja. Having been a part of many successful movies, he was later cast in villain and character roles. In addition to his work in Tamil cinema, he has also appeared in Malayalam language films, including the hit movies Ustaad and Elavamkodu Desam. His acting career comprises numerous known credits across the film industry.
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Full Filmography
60 titles- Collector (2011) as John Christopher
- Snehana Preethina (2007) as Rajeev Kumar
- Kaatrulla Varai (2005)
- Devathayai Kanden (2005) as Uma's Father
- Meesai Madhavan (2004) as Vignesh's father
- Sathyam (2004) as Mambally Madhava Menon
- Ottran (2003)
- Manasellam (2003)
- Jayam (2003)
- Namma Veetu Kalyanam (2002)
- Red (2002) as Commissioner Pachamuthu
- En Mana Vaanil (2002) as Parthasarathy
- Sonnal Thaan Kaadhala (2001) as Roja's boss
- Azhagana Naatkal (2001) as Guna
- Friends (2001) as Aravindhan & Amutha's Father
- Citizen (2001) as Public Prosecutor
- Kasi (2001) as Raghupathy
- Manadhai Thirudivittai (2001) as Dr. R. K. Viswanath
- Alli Thandha Vaanam (2001) as Ramanathan
- Kakkai Siraginilae (2000)
- Krodham 2 (2000) as Rajasekharan
- Vetri Kodi Kattu (2000) as Police Commissioner Rajarathnam
- Mugavari (2000) as Shiva's Friend
- Shabdavedhi (2000)
- Vaali (1999) as Geetha's Husband
- F.I.R. (1999) as Narendra Shetty
- Ustaad (1999) as Yousuf Shah
- Unnai Thedi (1999)
- Kadhal Kavithai (1998) as Jothi's father
- Rathna (1998)
- Nammura Huduga (1998)
- Naam Iruvar Namakku Iruvar (1998)
- Mahabharatha (1997)
- Kadhal Kottai (1996) as Sekhar
- Metukudi (1996)
- Sadhu (1994)
- Sakthivel (1994)
- Ulle Veliye (1993) as Muthulingam
- Thanga Thamaraigal (1991)
- Oorellaam Un Paattu (1991)
- Puthu Paatu (1990) as Rajendran
- Vazhndhu Kattuvom (1990)
- En Veedu En Kanavar (1990)
- Yettikki Potti (1987)
- Poomazhai Pozhiyudhu (1987)
- Devathe (1986)
- Naanum Oru Thozhilali (1986) as Kumar
- Oka Radha Iddaru Krishnulu (1986)
- Paadum Vaanampadi (1985) as Raja
- Kaakki Sattai (1985) as Anand
- Unakkaga Oru Roja (1985)
- Nerupukkul Eeram (1984)
- Urangatha Ninaivugal (1983)
- Benkiyalli Aralidha Hoovu (1983)
- Yuga Dharmam (1983)
- Muthu Engal Sothu (1983)
- Kokilamma (1983)
- Oru Indhiya Kanavu (1983)
- Nizhal Thedum Nenjangal (1982)
- Rayil Payanangalil (1981) as Deepak
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Rajeev best known for?
Rajeev is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Ottran (2003), Vaali (1999), Paadum Vaanampadi (1985), Kaakki Sattai (1985).
When and where was Rajeev born?
Rajeev was born in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India.
How many credits does Rajeev have?
Rajeev has accumulated over 60 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1981 to 2011.
What is Rajeev's background in cinema and television?
Rajeev is an Indian actor who is primarily known for concentrating in Tamil films and has also appeared in Malayalam language films. He was born in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India, and also uses the alternative name Rajiv Rajasekhar. He began his acting career in the 1982 release Mull Illadha Roja, where he was cast as the ...