Selva Rasalingam
Biography
Selva Rasalingam is a British actor born on 15 October 1968 in Tottenham, London, England. He has performed on stage in London’s West End and with the Royal Shakespeare Company. His television work includes appearances in Doctor Who, Luther and Hustle. In film he has been credited in Damascus Cover, Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time and Skyfall, where he was part of the stunts cast. Rasalingam portrayed Jesus in the 2014 film The Gospel of John. According to The Movie Database, he has 33 credited acting roles and is listed as male. His career spans stage, television and cinema, reflecting a diverse range of performances.
Career overview
Selva Rasalingam, born on 15 October 1968 in Tottenham, London, England, is a British actor whose career spans stage, television and film. He has performed in London’s West End and with the Royal Shakespeare Company, demonstrating a range of theatrical experience. On screen, Rasalingam’s television work includes appearances in the series Doctor Who, Luther and Hustle, contributing to a diverse portfolio of British programming.
In film, Rasalingam has been credited in titles such as Damascus Cover, Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time and the James Bond entry Skyfall, where he participated as a member of the stunts cast. He is also noted for portraying Jesus in the 2014 version of The Gospel of John. Across his career, the database records thirty‑three acting credits, reflecting a steady presence in both screen and stage productions.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
32 titles- Renegade Nell (2024) as Harley
- Bodies (2023) as Prime Minister
- Ostern - eine wahre Geschichte (2019) as Jesus
- The Mummy (2017) as King Menehptre
- Damascus Cover (2017) as Sabri
- Risen (2016) as James
- The Gospel of Luke (2015) as Jesus
- The Gospel of Mark (2015) as Jesus
- Legends (2014) as Ramir Qalat
- The Gospel of John (2014) as Jesus
- The Gospel of Matthew (2014) as Jesus
- Skyfall (2012) as Silva's Mercenary
- The Borgias (2011) as Tommaso Carracci
- The Devil's Double (2011) as Rokan
- The Veteran (2011) as Fawwaz Abdullah
- The Story of Jesus (2011) as Jesus
- Luther (2010) as Craig Lane
- Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time (2010) as Persian Captain
- I Am Slave (2010) as Amir
- The Londoners (2008) as Dr. Zayed
- Torchwood (2006) as Psychiatrist
- Doctor Who (2005) as Ranjit
- Hustle (2004) as Barir
- Spooks (2002) as Nirav Maruti
- Waking the Dead (2001) as Rashid Said
- Murder in Mind (2001) as Mourner
- Bad Girls (1999) as DC Patel
- Jonathan Creek (1997) as Sharif
- Joseph (1995) as Asher
- Son of the Pink Panther (1993) as Customs official (as Sylvestre Tobias)
- Carry On Columbus (1992) as Abdullah
- The Way of the Wind as Jeroboam
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Selva Rasalingam best known for?
Selva Rasalingam is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Bodies (2023), The Mummy (2017), Risen (2016), Legends (2014).
When and where was Selva Rasalingam born?
Selva Rasalingam was born on October 15, 1968 in Tottenham, London, England, UK.
How many credits does Selva Rasalingam have?
Selva Rasalingam has accumulated over 32 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1992 to 2024.
What is Selva Rasalingam's background in cinema and television?
Selva Rasalingam is a British actor born on 15 October 1968 in Tottenham, London, England. He has performed on stage in London’s West End and with the Royal Shakespeare Company. His television work includes appearances in Doctor Who, Luther and Hustle. In film he has been credited in Damascus Cover, Prince of Persia: T...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Murder in Mind (2001) as Mourner — aged about 32
- Joseph (1995) as Asher — aged about 26
- Luther (2010) as Craig Lane — aged about 41
- Hustle (2004) as Barir — aged about 35
- Spooks (2002) as Nirav Maruti — aged about 33
- The Borgias (2011) as Tommaso Carracci — aged about 42
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