Devan (actor)
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Devan is an India
n film actor and politician
. He started his film career as the producer of the technically brilliant, but box-office flop movie Vellam and then opted to become an actor. Devan is known for his handling of serious roles, though he started his career with supporting roles. Devan was promoted as Hero in late 80's with films like Oozham, Aaranyakam, Simon Peter, Ninakku Vendi and Oru Minnaminunginte Nurungu Vettam, but most of those were failures. He is also the leader of the Kerala People's Party
, a political party in the Indian state of Kerala
. Devan has acted in many Malayalam, Tamil
and Telugu
movies. His notable movies like Ekalavyan, Baasha, and Indraprasdham are still very popular. He has also acted in TV serials. He is the nephew of noted film director Ramu Kariat
.
India
India , officially the Republic of India , is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by geographical area, the second-most populous country with over 1.2 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world...
n film actor and politician
Politician
A politician, political leader, or political figure is an individual who is involved in influencing public policy and decision making...
. He started his film career as the producer of the technically brilliant, but box-office flop movie Vellam and then opted to become an actor. Devan is known for his handling of serious roles, though he started his career with supporting roles. Devan was promoted as Hero in late 80's with films like Oozham, Aaranyakam, Simon Peter, Ninakku Vendi and Oru Minnaminunginte Nurungu Vettam, but most of those were failures. He is also the leader of the Kerala People's Party
Kerala People's Party
Kerala People's Party, a political party in the Indian state of Kerala, led by actor S. Devan. Devan acted in many Malayalam, Tamil and Telugu movies as villain. His roles in movies like Ekalavyan, Basha, etc. is still very popular. Reans Kulaveli is the General Secretary of the party....
, a political party in the Indian state of Kerala
Kerala
or Keralam is an Indian state located on the Malabar coast of south-west India. It was created on 1 November 1956 by the States Reorganisation Act by combining various Malayalam speaking regions....
. Devan has acted in many Malayalam, Tamil
Tamil language
Tamil is a Dravidian language spoken predominantly by Tamil people of the Indian subcontinent. It has official status in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu and in the Indian union territory of Pondicherry. Tamil is also an official language of Sri Lanka and Singapore...
and Telugu
Telugu language
Telugu is a Central Dravidian language primarily spoken in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India, where it is an official language. It is also spoken in the neighbouring states of Chattisgarh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Orissa and Tamil Nadu...
movies. His notable movies like Ekalavyan, Baasha, and Indraprasdham are still very popular. He has also acted in TV serials. He is the nephew of noted film director Ramu Kariat
Ramu Kariat
Ramu Kariat was a Malayali Indian film director for almost three decades from the 1950s to the 1970s. He directed many acclaimed films in Malayalam...
.
Filmography
- 2011 - VeeraputhranVeeraputhranVeeraputhran is a 2011 Malayalam historical film directed by P. T. Kunju Muhammed based on a story written by N. P. Mohammed, which is based on the life of freedom fighter Mohammed Abdul Rahiman . The film focuses mainly on the revolutions in Kerala during British Rule against the British Kingdom...
(malayalam) - 2011 - JanapriyanJanapriyanJanapriyan is a 2011 Malayalam romantic comedy film directed by Boban Samuel, starring Jayasurya and Bhama in the lead roles.The film was released on May 20th, 2011 with highly positive reviews from audiences.-Synopsis:...
(Malayalam) - 2011 - Ithu Nammude Katha (Malayalam)
- 2011 - Avan (Malayalam)
- 2010 - Ye Maaya Chesaave (Telugu)
- 2010 - Drona (Malayalam)
- 2010 - Arayan (Malayalam)
- 2010 - Naale (Malayalam)
- 2010 - Thairiyam (Tamil)
- 2010 - Nanthuni (Malayalam)
- 2010 - Guindy (Tamil)
- 2010 - Kasba (Malayalam)
- 2010 - Singa Raja (Tamil)
- 2010 - Nizhal (Malayalam)
- 2010 - Varevva (Telugu)
- 2010 - Female Unnikrishnan (Malayalam)
- 2010 - Anthima Theerpu (Telugu)
- 2010 - Kaanakazchakal (Malayalam)
- 2010 - 24 Hours (Malayalam)
- 2010 - Malabar Mappillai (Tamil)
- 2010 - YugapurushanYugapurushanYugapurushan is a 2010 film about the life and times of Sree Narayana Guru. The movie is directed by R. Sukumaran. It has an ensemble cast, led by Thalaivasal Vijay as Sree Naryana Guru.-Production:...
(Malayalam) - 2009 - Thamizhagam (Tamil)
- 2009 - Black Dalia (Malayalam)
- 2009 - Pazhassi RajaPazhassi Raja (film)Pazhassi Raja is a 2009 Malayalam historical drama movie mostly based on the life of Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja, a local king from the royal dynasty of Pazhassi Kottayam, Malabar, India. The film was directed by Hariharan, written by M. T. Vasudevan Nair and produced by Gokulam Gopalan...
(Malayalam) - 2009 - Ivar Vivahitharayal (Malayalam)
- 2009 - Gulumal: The Escape (Malayalam)
- 2009 - IG (Malayalam)
- 2009 - Mallika I Love You (Telugu)
- 2008 - Novel (Malayalam)
- 2008 - Parunthu (Malayalam)
- 2008 - Aegan (Tamil)
- 2008 - Bullet (Malayalam)
- 2007 - July 4 (Malayalam)
- 2007 - Nasrani (Malayalam)
- 2007 - Mauryan (Malayalam)
- 2007 - Detective (Malayalam)
- 2006 - Thuruppugulan (Malayalam)
- 2006 - Vargam (Malayalam)
- 2006 - Aacharya (Tamil)
- 2006 - Balram Vs Tara Das (Malayalam)
- 2006 - Aadhi (Tamil)
- 2005 - Finger Print (Malayalam)
- 2004 - Adithadi (Tamil)
- 2004 - Sundarangudu (Telugu)
- 2004 - Kaashi (Telugu)
- 2004 - Udayam (Malayalam)
- 2004 - Anandamanandamaye (Telugu)
- 2004 - Shivaram (Telugu)
- 2004 - Priyam Priyatharam (Malayalam)
- 2003 - Thittikudhey (Tamil)
- 2003 - Kanmashi (Malayalam)
- 2003 - Okariki Okaru (Telugu)
- 2003 - Mr. Brahmachari (Malayalam)
- 2002 - India Gate (Malayalam)
- 2002 - Mounamelanoi (Telugu)
- 2002 - Akhila (Malayalam)
- 2002 - Desam (Malayalam)
- 2002 - Puthooramputhri Unniyarcha (Malayalam)
- 2002 - April Mathathil (Tamil)
- 2002 - Punnagai Desam (Tamil)
- 2002 - Kaalachakram (Malayalam)
- 2002 - Khakhinakshatram (Malayalam)
- 2001 - Citizen (Tamil)
- 2001 - Rishi (Tamil)
- 2001 - Jwalanam (Malayalam)
- 2001 - Achaneyanenikkishtam (Malayalam)
- 2001 - Goa (Malayalam)
- 2001 - Shahjahan (Tamil)
- 2001 - Sahayathrikakku Snehapoorvam (Malayalam)
- 2001 - Sathyameva Jayathe (Malayalam)
- 2001 - Sravu (Malayalam)
- 2000 - Summer Palace (Malayalam)
- 2000 - Priyam (Malayalam)
- 2000 - F.I.R (Malayalam)
- 2000 - Sradha (Malayalam)
- 2000 - Vaanavil (Tamil)
- 2000 - Indriyam (Malayalam)
- 2000 - Millenium Stars (Malayalam)
- 2000 - Arayannegalude Veedu (Malayalam)
- 2000 - Vaanathaipole (Tamil)
- 1999 - Manam Virumbudhe Unnai (Tamil)
- 1999 - Periyanna (Tamil)
- 1999 - Niram (Malayalam)
- 1999 - Pallavur Devanarayanan (Malayalam)
- 1998 - Ayal Kadha Ezhuthukayanu (Malayalam)
- 1998 - Chitrashalabham (Malayalam)
- 1998 - Iniyavale (Tamil)
- 1997 - Bhoopathi (Malayalam)
- 1997 - Janathipathyam (Malayalam)
- 1996 - Aayiram Naavulla Ananthan (Malayalam)
- 1996 - Indraprastham (Malayalam)
- 1996 - Mahatma (Malayalam)
- 1995 - Nirnnayam (Malayalam)
- 1995 - Basha (Telugu)
- 1995 - Nandhavana Theru (Tamil)
- 1995 - Agnidevan (Malayalam)
- 1995 - Baasha (Tamil)
- 1995 - The King (Malayalam)
- 1994 - Pingami (Malayalam)
- 1994 - Rudraksham (Malayalam)
- 1993 - Ekalavyan (Malayalam)
- 1993 - Vietnam ColonyVietnam ColonyVietnam Colony is a 1992 Malayalam film written and directed by Siddique-Lal . With Mohanlal, Innocent, Kanaka and K. P. A. C. Lalitha appearing in lead roles, this film was a huge hit in theatres.-Plot:...
(Malayalam) - 1993 - Gandharvam (Malayalam)
- 1992 - Malootty (Malayalam)
- 1991 - Kilukkam (Malayalam)
- 1990 - Randam Varavu (Malayalam)
- 1990 - Vyooham (Malayalam)
- 1990 - Iyer The Great (Malayalam)
- 1989 - Oru Vadakkan VeeragathaOru Vadakkan VeeragathaOru Vadakkan Veeragatha is a 1989 Malayalam film directed by Hariharan, written by M. T. Vasudevan Nair, and starring Mammootty, Balan K. Nair, Suresh Gopi, Madhavi, Geetha, and Captain Raju.The film is based on a legend about the famous Chekavar warriors of present day northern Kerala...
(Malayalam) - 1989 - Unnikrishnante Adyathe Christmas (Malayalam)
- 1989 - Jagratha (Malayalam)
- 1989 - Naaduvazhikal (Malayalam)
- 1989 - Nair SaabNair SaabNair Saab is a 1989 blockbuster Malayalam film directed by Joshiy and starring Megastar Mammootty in the title role. It was released on the occasion of Onam.-Plot:...
(Malayalam) - 1989 - Ramji Rao SpeakingRamji Rao SpeakingRamji Rav Speaking is a 1989 Indian Malayalam comedy film written and directed by the Siddique-Lal duo. It stars Saikumar, Mukesh, Innocent and Rekha in the lead roles. The film deals with social factors affecting Kerala such as poverty and unemployment during the 1980s.Fazil remade this film in...
(Malayalam) - 1989 - Ulsavapittennu (Malayalam)
- 1989 - Adhipan (Malayalam)
- 1988 - Abkari (Malayalam)
- 1988 - Dhinarathrangal (Malayalam)
- 1988 - AranyakamAranyakamAranyakam is a 1988 Malayalam film directed by Hariharan, written by M. T. Vasudevan Nair, and starring Saleema, Devan and Vineeth. The film was produced by B. Sasikumar. Music was composed by Raghunath Seth, lyriced by O. N. V. Kurup, and vocals by K. J. Yesudas, and K. S...
(Malayalam) - 1987 - New DelhiNew Delhi (1987 film)New Delhi is a Malayalam thriller film directed by Joshiy and starring Mammootty in the lead role. It is one of the biggest hits in the history of Malayalam cinema. The theme of the movie - the story of avenge followed by series of killings - was adapted in many later films...
(Malayalam) - 1987 - Nalkkavala (Malayalam)
- 1987 - Oru Minnaminunginte Nurungu Vettam (Malayalam)
- 1987 - Manivathoorile Aayiram SivarathrikalManivathoorile Aayiram SivarathrikalManivathoorile Aayiram Sivarathrikal is 1987 Malayalam film starring Mammootty and directed by Fazil.-Plot:13 year old Vineetha and her father, Dr. Vinayachandran goes to visit her grandfather John Samuel in Ooty on the death anniversary of Veena's mother Neena who died in a tragic accident...
(Malayalam) - 1987 - Amritamgamaya (Malayalam)
- 1986 - PanchagniPanchagniPanchagni is a 1986 Malayalam film scripted by M.T. Vasudevan Nair and directed by Hariharan. It stars Geetha, Mohanlal and Nadia Moidu in major roles.-Plot:...
(Malayalam) - 1985 - Kaiyum Thalayum Purathidaruthu (Malayalam)
- 1984 - Vellam (Producer)