Ramki
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- March 31, 1962 in Sattur, Tamil Nadu, India
- Active Years
- 1987–2026 (40 Years)
- Total Credits
- 81 credits in database
Biography
Ramakrishnan, better known by his stage name Ramki, is an Indian film actor. Born on March 31, 1962, in Sattur, Tamil Nadu, India, he is also known by the names Ramakrishnan, Ramkee, and Ramky. Ramki works primarily in Tamil cinema, known as Kollywood, and Telugu cinema, known as Tollywood. He is best known for his work as a lead actor in Tamil films from 1987 to 1997. After taking a hiatus, he later made a comeback to Tamil cinema with appearances in the films Maasani and Biriyani, both released in 2013. His professional career in the film industry encompasses numerous known acting credits across his filmography as an actor.
Career overview
Ramakrishnan Arunachalam, professionally known as Ramki, is an Indian actor born on March 31, 1962, in Sattur, Tamil Nadu, India. He works primarily in Tamil cinema, also known as Kollywood, and Telugu cinema, also known as Tollywood. He is recognized as an Indian film actor with a known filmography and television or film credits totaling 81. Throughout his career in the entertainment industry, he has been known by alternative names including Ramakrishnan, Ramkee, and Ramky. His acting work spans multiple decades, establishing him as a notable figure in regional Indian film industries.
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Full Filmography
81 titles- Idhayam Murali (2026)
- Nilakanta (2026)
- Lucky Baskhar (2024) as Anthony
- Custody (2023) as Phillips Satyaraj
- Maaran (2022) as Sathyamoorthy
- Gurumoorthi (2022)
- Vettai Naai (2021)
- Journalist (2021) as Hero
- Disco Raja (2020)
- Action (2019) as Subhash's Brother
- RX 100 (2018) as Shiva's Guardian
- Koothan (2018)
- English Padam (2017) as Rail Murugan
- Aakatayi (2017)
- Vaaimai (2016) as Thirumaaran IPS
- Atti (2016) as Om Prakash
- Biriyani (2013) as Vijay Krishna
- Masani (2013) as Vetri
- Kuttrapathirikai (2007) as Ramakrishnan
- Vishwa Thulasi (2004) Producer
- Super Da (2004) as Kathirvel
- Shakalaka Baby (2002)
- Padai Veetu Amman (2002) as Shankar
- Sri Raja Rajeshwari (2001) as Rasaiyya / Raja
- Viswanathan Ramamoorthy (2001) as Viswanathan
- Palayathu Amman (2000) as Sankar
- Kaadhal Rojave (2000) as Cameo "Thottu Thottu Pallaakku"
- Nilavey Mugam Kaattu (1999) as Prakash
- Poovellam Kettuppar (1999) as Himself (Special Appearance)
- Ellame En Pondattithaan (1998)
- Samrat (1997) as Ashok/ Samrat
- Dhinamum Ennai Gavani (1997) as ACP Jaikumar
- Thadayam (1997) as Chandrasekhar aka Chandru
- Pudhalvan (1997) as Siva
- Osey Ramulamma (1997) as Special Appearance
- Thaali Pudhusu (1997) as Ashok
- Rowdy Durbar (1997)
- Aahaa Enna Porutham (1997) as Raja
- Kalyana Vaibhogam (1997) as Sakthi
- Rajali (1996)
- En Aasai Thangachi (1996)
- Enakkoru Magan Pirappan (1996) as Balu
- Karuppu Roja (1996) as Aravind
- Irattai Roja (1996) as Balu
- Mayabazar (1995) as Ram
- Thottil Kuzhandhai (1995) as Pitchai
- Vanaja Girija (1994) as Raja
- Ulavaali (1994)
- Chinna Madam (1994) as Gopal
- Thanga Pappa (1993) as Lawrence (Guest Appearance)
- Pass Mark (1993)
- Aathma (1993) as Saravanan/Vignesh
- Uyarndhavan (1992)
- Bhale Khaideelu (1992)
- Amma Pillai (1991)
- Pillai Paasam (1991)
- En Pottukku Sonthakkaran (1991)
- Vetri Padigal (1991) as Mahesh
- Manitha Jaathi (1991)
- Inaindha Kaigal (1990) as Pratap
- Pudhiya Sarithiram (1990)
- Vellaiya Thevan (1990) as Vellayathevan
- Vazhndhu Kattuvom (1990)
- Maruthu Pandi (1990) as Maruthu Pandi / Manickam
- Ellame En Thangachi (1989)
- Oru Thottil Sabadham (1989)
- En Kanavar (1989)
- Yogam Rajayogam (1989)
- Ithu Engal Neethi (1988)
- Senthoora Poove (1988) as Ashok
- Sigappu Thali (1988)
- Pen Puthi Mun Puthi (1988)
- Paravaigal Palavitham (1988) as Sekar
- Irandil Ondru (1988)
- Manaivi Oru Mandhiri (1988)
- Madhuraikkara Thambi (1988)
- Poovizhi Raja (1988)
- Thangachi (1987)
- Chinna Poove Mella Pesu (1987) as Raja
- Dear Exes Producer
- Maaruvesham
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ramki best known for?
Ramki is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Idhayam Murali (2026), RX 100 (2018), Nilavey Mugam Kaattu (1999), Dragon Quest: Legend of the Hero Abel (1989).
When and where was Ramki born?
Ramki was born on March 31, 1962 in Sattur, Tamil Nadu, India.
How many credits does Ramki have?
Ramki has accumulated over 81 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1987 to 2026.
What is Ramki's background in cinema and television?
Ramakrishnan, better known by his stage name Ramki, is an Indian film actor. Born on March 31, 1962, in Sattur, Tamil Nadu, India, he is also known by the names Ramakrishnan, Ramkee, and Ramky. Ramki works primarily in Tamil cinema, known as Kollywood, and Telugu cinema, known as Tollywood. He is best known for his wor...
Ramki by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Ithu Engal Neethi (1988) — aged about 26
- RX 100 (2018) as Shiva's Guardian — aged about 56
- Nilavey Mugam Kaattu (1999) as Prakash — aged about 37
- Senthoora Poove (1988) as Ashok — aged about 26
- Idhayam Murali (2026) — aged about 64
- Ellame En Pondattithaan (1998) — aged about 36
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