Prakash Raj is a polyglot Indian film actor, film director, producer, thespian and television presenter who is known for his works in the South Indian film industry. Apart from his mother tongue Kannada, Prakash's fluency in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Marathi, Hindi and English has placed him among the most sought after actors in Indian cinema. He has played a variety of roles, most notably as the antagonist and, of late, as a character actor. Prakash, as an actor has won a National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1998 for Mani Ratnam's Iruvar and a National Film Award for Best Actor in 2009 for his role in Kanchivaram, a Tamil film directed by Priyadarshan, and as a producer has won a National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Kannada for Puttakkana Highway.
Known For
Attack
(2022)
Vadraj Kumar Subramaniam
K.G.F: Chapter 2
(2022)
Vijayendra Ingalgi
Ponniyin Selvan: Part I
(2022)
Sundara Chozhar
Padayappa
(1999)
Police Officer Subramaniam (Special Appearance)
Khaleja
(2010)
Gopala "G.K." Krishnan
Singham
(2011)
Jaikant Shikre
Jai Bhim
(2021)
Perumalsamy
Sometimes
(2016)
Krishnamurthy
Devara: Part 1
(2024)
Bombay
(1995)
Kumar
Wanted
(2009)
Shamshuddin Asgar Gani / Gani Bhai
Entertainment
(2014)
Karan
F2: Fun and Frustration
(2019)
Dora Swamy Naidu
Varisu
(2023)
Jayaprakash 'JP'
Kannathil Muthamittal
(2002)
Harold Wickramsinghe
Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu
(2006)
Arokiya Raj
Full Filmography
Acting
Tropical Heat
(1993)
Inspector
Nishkarsha
(1993)
Anti-terrorist Commando Suresh
Duet
(1994)
Sirpy
Nila
(1994)
Bombay
(1995)
Kumar
Aasai
(1995)
Major Madhavan
Sankalpam
(1995)
Gaddapalugu Chenchu Ramayya
Priyam
(1996)
Dharma
Indraprastham
(1996)
Mohan George
The Prince
(1996)
Surya
Kalki
(1996)
Prakash
Alexander
(1996)
Vinodham
(1996)
Poomani
(1996)
Subash
(1996)
Arumugasamy
Gunshot
(1996)
Prakash
Nerrukku Ner
(1997)
Kandaswamy
Iruvar
(1997)
Tamil Selvam
Aravindhan
(1997)
Rama Ganapathy
Raasi
(1997)
Hitler
(1997)
Pelli Chesukundaam
(1997)
V.I.P
(1997)
Santhosh's brother (Guest Appearance)
Oru Yaatra Mozhi
(1997)
Satya
Nandhini
(1997)
Nagamandala
(1997)
Dhinamum Ennai Gavani
(1997)
Rolex
Vidukathai
(1997)
Neelakandan
Minsara Kanavu
(1997)
Jaipal
Mommaga
(1997)
Anthahpuram
(1998)
Narasimha
Sandhippoma
(1998)
Vishwa's Father
Manasichi Choodu
(1998)
Choodalani Vundi
(1998)
Swarnamukhi
(1998)
Akash
Yaare Neenu Cheluve
(1998)
Meri Zindagi Ek Agneepath
(1998)
Preethsod Thappa
(1998)
Love Story 1999
(1998)
D. K. Bose
Naya Natvarlal
(1998)
Suswagatham
(1998)
Padayappa
(1999)
Police Officer Subramaniam (Special Appearance)
Seenu
(1999)
Doctor
Rajakumarudu
(1999)
Dhanunjay
Anthapuram
(1999)
Narasimha
En Swasa Kaatre
(1999)
Guru
Premaku Velayera
(1999)
Venkata Narayana
Sneham Kosam
(1999)
Peddabbayi
Z
(1999)
Preminchedi Endukamma
(1999)
Aavide Shyamala
(1999)
Azaad
(2000)
Inspector Salim
Chiru Navvutho
(2000)
Kshemanga Velli Labhamga Randi
(2000)
Appu
(2000)
Vaanavil
(2000)
Prakash
Badri
(2000)
Nanda
Bachi
(2000)
Moodu Mukkalaata
(2000)
Paramahamsa
Manoharam
(2000)
Tirumala Tirupati Venkatesa
(2000)
'Paisa Paisa' song cameo
Nuvvu Naaku Nachav
(2001)
Srinivasa Murthy
Vaanchinathan
(2001)
Mrugaraju
(2001)
Dost
(2001)
Neelakanda Brahmachari
Bhalevadivi Basu
(2001)
Alli Thandha Vaanam
(2001)
Rishi
(2001)
Policeman
Little John
(2001)
Kala Bhairav
Ammayi Kosam
(2001)
Anjali's father, train driver
Murari
(2001)
Guest Appearance as Jamindar
Usire
(2001)
Rudre Gowda
Cheppalani Vundhi
(2001)
Maa Aavida Meeda Ottu Mee Aavida Chala Manchidi
(2001)
GV
Kannathil Muthamittal
(2002)
Harold Wickramsinghe
Kadhal Azhivathillai
(2002)
Simbu's Father
Album
(2002)
Khadgam
(2002)
Amjad
Bobby
(2002)
Yadagiri
Idiot
(2002)
Vipra Narayana
Shakti: The Power
(2002)
Sharpshooter
Guest
(2002)
Terrorist
Dhaya
(2002)
Indra
(2002)
Premaku Swagatam
(2002)
Nuvve... Nuvve...
(2002)
Viswanath
Ekangi
(2002)
Amma Nanna O Tamila Ammayi
(2003)
Raghuveer
Okkadu
(2003)
Obul Reddy
Chokka Thangam
(2003)
Tagore
(2003)
Suryam (as Prakashraj)
Gangotri
(2003)
Neelakantham Naidu
Kadhal Sadugudu
(2003)
Chithambaram
Sivamani
(2003)
Dattu
Naam
(2003)
Irfan Khan
Juniors
(2003)
Nijam
(2003)
ACP Raja Narendra
Ghilli
(2004)
Muthupandi
Azhagiya Theeye
(2004)
Aravind
M. Kumaran S/O Mahalakshmi
(2004)
Eshwar
Vasool Raja MBBS
(2004)
Dr. Vishwanathan
Giri
(2004)
Suryaprakash
Mass
(2004)
Durga prasad
Varsham
(2004)
Ranga Rao
Naa Autograph
(2004)
Prakash
Yagnam
(2004)
Arjun
(2004)
Bala Nayakar
Intlo Srimathi Veedhilo Kumari
(2004)
Sundara Murthy
Shart: The Challenge
(2004)
Nandu
Khakee
(2004)
Additional Commissioner of Police Shrikant Naidu
Samba
(2004)
Pasupathi Naidu
Thekkekara Superfast
(2004)
Johnykutty
Lakshmi Narasimha
(2004)
Seenu Vasanthi Lakshmi
(2004)
Athade Oka Sainyam
(2004)
Prakash Rao
Konchem Touchlo Vunte Cheputanu
(2004)
JK
Ayya
(2005)
Karuppusamy
Athadu
(2005)
CBI investigator Anjaneya Prasad
Arinthum Ariyamalum
(2005)
Adhi Narayanan
Ponniyin Selvan
(2005)
Guru
Sivakaasi
(2005)
Udhayapaa
Anniyan
(2005)
DCP Prabhakar
Nuvvostanante Nenoddantana
(2005)
Prakash
Andarivaadu
(2005)
Veerendra "Eeru Babu"
Chakram
(2005)
Bhageeratha
(2005)
Venkata Ratnam
Subash Chandra Bose
(2005)
Athanokkade
(2005)
Ram's father
Pandippada
(2005)
Pandi Durai
Bunny
(2005)
Somaraju
Bhadra
(2005)
Political Rowdy
(2005)
Pokiri
(2006)
Ali Bhai
Bommarillu
(2006)
Siddhu's Father
Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu
(2006)
Arokiya Raj
Idhaya Thirudan
(2006)
Mayilravanan
Vathiyar
(2006)
Easwara Pandian
Saravana
(2006)
Soundarapandi
Ashok
(2006)
Father of Ashok
Sainikudu
(2006)
Mondi Nani
Perarasu
(2006)
Ilakiyan
Thiruvilaiyaadal Aarambam
(2006)
Guru
Stalin
(2006)
Muddu Krishnayya
Veerabhadra
(2006)
Thalai Nagaram
(2006)
ACP Gopinath
Aadum Koothu
(2006)
Zamindar
Aathi
(2006)
Aathi's father
Poi
(2006)
Paramasivan
(2006)
PC 'Nethiadi' Nandakumar
Rakhi
(2006)
Judge (Guest Appearance)
Parijatham
(2006)
Vikramarkudu
(2006)
DGP
Khatarnak
(2006)
Commissioner of Police
Ajay
(2006)
Vijay
Suyetchai MLA
(2006)
Ilampirai
Mozhi
(2007)
Vijay Kumar
Aarya
(2007)
Kasi
Jagadam
(2007)
Viyabari
(2007)
Kasi Viswanathan
Pokkiri
(2007)
Ali Bhai
Munna
(2007)
Kakha
Chirutha
(2007)
Veerappu
(2007)
Lee
(2007)
Buthiran
Parugu
(2008)
Neelakanta
Abhiyum Naanum
(2008)
Raghuraman
Bheema
(2008)
Chinna
Velli Thirai
(2008)
Kannaiah / Dileep
Santosh Subramaniam
(2008)
Subramaniam
Kotha Bangaru Lokam
(2008)
Balu's Father
Saroja
(2008)
Viswanathan
Jalsa
(2008)
Rammohan Reddy (Indu & Bhagyamati's father)
Arai Enn 305-Il Kadavul
(2008)
Arnold/ Kadavul
Alibhabha
(2008)
Subramaniam
Kanchivaram
(2008)
Vengadam
Kantri
(2008)
Pandhayam
(2008)
Masanam
Rainbow
(2008)
Shyam's Doctor
Panchamirtham
(2008)
Ravanan
Dhanam
(2008)
Wanted
(2009)
Shamshuddin Asgar Gani / Gani Bhai
Villu
(2009)
J.D.
Malai Malai
(2009)
Josh
(2009)
Principal
Thoranai
(2009)
Tamizharasan
Mathiya Chennai
(2009)
Anjaneyulu
(2009)
Konchem Ishtam Konchem Kashtam
(2009)
Prakash Verma
Katha
(2009)
Circle Inspector
Solla Solla Inikkum
(2009)
Bhadri Narayanan
Theeradha Vilaiyattu Pillai
(2010)
Anbalazhagan
Singam
(2010)
Mayil Vaaganam
Brindavanam
(2010)
Bhanu Prasad
Khaleja
(2010)
Gopala "G.K." Krishnan
Anwar
(2010)
Stalin Manimaran
Magizhchi
(2010)
Moses
Naanu Nanna Kanasu
(2010)
Uthappa
Orange
(2010)
Abhishek Verma
Golimaar
(2010)
Elektra
(2010)
Abraham / Issac
Kadhalagi
(2010)
Mr. Perfect
(2011)
Maggi's Father
Ko
(2011)
Chief Minister Yogeswaran
Vaanam
(2011)
Rahim
Dookudu
(2011)
Shankar Narayana
Oosaravelli
(2011)
Ajju Bhai
Venghai
(2011)
Rajalingam
Rowthiram
(2011)
Shiva's Grandfather
Ponnar Shankar
(2011)
Manthiappan
Bbuddah Hoga Terra Baap
(2011)
Kabir
Pillayar Theru Kadaisi Veedu
(2011)
Singham
(2011)
Jaikant Shikre
Solo
(2011)
Naidu
Mirapakay
(2011)
Kittu Bhai
Badrinath
(2011)
Guru Beeshma Narayana
Gaganam
(2011)
Vishwanath
Vastadu Naa Raju
(2011)
Narasimha
Mambattiyan
(2011)
IG Ranjith
Wanted
(2011)
Dongala Mutha
(2011)
Munna Bhai
Engeyum Kadhal
(2011)
Cameo Appearance
Raajadhaani
(2011)
Saguni
(2012)
Boopathi
Bodyguard
(2012)
Varadarajula Naidu
Sethu Samudhiram
(2012)
Damarukam
(2012)
Sambhayya
Dabangg 2
(2012)
Bachcha Bhaiya
Dhoni
(2012)
Subramaniam
Cameraman Ganga Tho Rambabu
(2012)
Rana Prathap Naidu
Devudu Chesina Manushulu
(2012)
Prakash Raj
Businessman
(2012)
Jaidev Ghanapuleti
Mithunam
(2012)
Voice of one of the sons
Chennaiyil Oru Naal
(2013)
Gautham Krishna
Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu
(2013)
Relangi Uncle
Balupu
(2013)
Nanaji
Policegiri
(2013)
Nagori Subramaniyam
Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
(2013)
Army Officer
Thillu Mullu
(2013)
Sivagurunathan
Zanjeer
(2013)
Teja
Singh Saab the Great
(2013)
Bhoodev Singh
Ongole Githa
(2013)
Gouravam
(2013)
Pasupathy
Rajjo
(2013)
Govind Hande
Thulli Vilayadu
(2013)
Singam
Mumbai Mirror
(2013)
Shetty
Heart Attack
(2014)
Kathai Thiraikathai Vasanam Iyakkam
(2014)
Guest Appearance
Un Samayal Arayil
(2014)
Kalidasan
Entertainment
(2014)
Karan
Heropanti
(2014)
Chowdhary
Govindudu Andarivaadele
(2014)
Mukunda
(2014)
Jaya Prakash
Power
(2014)
A. K. Mishra
Race Gurram
(2014)
Bheem Prakash
Pilla Nuvvu Leni Jeevitham
(2014)
Alludu Seenu
(2014)
Narasimha / Bhai (Dual role)
Gajakessari
(2014)
narrator
Bhooloham
(2015)
Moorthi
Rudhramadevi
(2015)
Mahamantri Shiva Devayya
Son of Satyamurthy
(2015)
Satyamurthy
O Kadhal Kanmani
(2015)
Ganapathy
Thoongaavanam
(2015)
Vital Rao
Inji Iduppazhagi
(2015)
Size Zero Satyanand
Temper
(2015)
Waltair Vasu
Vinavayya Ramayya
(2015)
Ranna
(2015)
Sharat Chandra
Mr. Airavata
(2015)
Prathap Kale
Lion
(2015)
JK Enum Nanbanin Vaazhkai
(2016)
Shourya
(2016)
Ko 2
(2016)
Yogeeswaran
Bangalore Naatkal
(2016)
Francis
Oopiri
(2016)
Prasad
Attack
(2016)
Guru Raj
Speedunnodu
(2016)
Veerabhrappa
Kotigobba 2
(2016)
Sathya's Father
Srirastu Subhamastu
(2016)
Sirish's Dad
Sometimes
(2016)
Krishnamurthy
Manithan
(2016)
Adhiseshan
Kadavul Irukaan Kumaru
(2016)
Manimara
Idolle Ramayana
(2016)
Bhujangiah
Naanu Mattu Varalakshmi
(2016)
Kalavaadiya Pozhuthugal
(2017)
Soundararajan
Yaakkai
(2017)
Sagayam
Richie
(2017)
Sagayam
Dwaraka
(2017)
Velaikkaran
(2017)
Kasi
Achayans
(2017)
Commissioner Karthikeyan
Nakshatram
(2017)
Parasuramaiah
Vanamagan
(2017)
Rajasekhar
Golmaal Again
(2017)
Vasu Reddy
Shatamanam Bhavati
(2017)
Raghavaraju
Raja the Great
(2017)
SP Prakash
Ungarala Rambabu
(2017)
Candyflip
(2017)
Raajakumara
(2017)
Jagannath
Sei
(2018)
ACP Suryanarayana
Sollividava
(2018)
Jai Simha
(2018)
Master
Odiyan
(2018)
Ravunni Menon
Rangasthalam
(2018)
Dakshina Murthy
Bharat Ane Nenu
(2018)
Varadarajulu
Chekka Chivantha Vaanam
(2018)
Senapathi aka Sena
Traffic Ramasamy
(2018)
Police Officer
Hello Guru Prema Kosame
(2018)
Mahanati
(2018)
Aluri Chakrapani
Saakshyam
(2018)
Narrator
60 Vayadhu Maaniram
(2018)
Govindharaj
Goodachari
(2018)
Sathya
Srinivasa Kalyanam
(2018)
Azhiyatha Kolangal 2
(2019)
Dev
(2019)
Ramalingam
9
(2019)
Dr. Inayat Ali Khan
N.T.R: Kathanayakudu
(2019)
Nagi Reddy
F2: Fun and Frustration
(2019)
Dora Swamy Naidu
Athiran
(2019)
Mooledatthu Kannan 'M.K.' Nair
Maharshi
(2019)
Rishi's Father
1st Rank Raju
(2019)
Asuran
(2019)
Venugopal Seshadri
Ruler
(2019)
Veerandranath Tagore
Venky Mama
(2019)
Brigadier Vijay Prakash
Sarileru Neekevvaru
(2020)
Nagendra Reddy
Mayabazar 2016
(2020)
ACP Ashok
Yuvarathnaa
(2021)
Gurudev Deshmukh
Vakeel Saab
(2021)
Nandaji
Annaatthe
(2021)
Nattadurai
Alludu Adhurs
(2021)
Jaypal Reddy
Narappa
(2021)
Lawyer Venu Gopal
Enemy
(2021)
Paarirajan
Jai Bhim
(2021)
Perumalsamy
Aaradugula Bullet
(2021)
Nithyanand
Pelli SandaD
(2021)
Pattabhi Ramayya
Clap
(2022)
Major
(2022)
Unnikrishnan
K.G.F: Chapter 2
(2022)
Vijayendra Ingalgi
Ponniyin Selvan: Part I
(2022)
Sundara Chozhar
Thiruchitrambalam
(2022)
Inspector Neelakandan
Pada
(2022)
N Rajasekharan IAS
Viruman
(2022)
Muthupandi
Varaal
(2022)
CM Achuthan Nair
Poikkal Kuthirai
(2022)
Kathiravan's Father
Attack
(2022)
Vadraj Kumar Subramaniam
Shekar
(2022)
Rashtra Kavach Om
(2022)
Moorty Sahay
Thank You
(2022)
Consultant Rao
Bimbisara
(2022)
Viswanandan Varma
Sita Ramam
(2022)
Brigadier Y.K. Joshi
Salaam Venky
(2022)
Judge
Varisu
(2023)
Jayaprakash 'JP'
Shaakuntalam
(2023)
Sarangi
Music School
(2023)
Kunjamminis Hospital
(2023)
Dr. Chacko
Ponniyin Selvan: Part II
(2023)
Sundara Chozhar
Rangamarthanda
(2023)
Raghava Rao
Waltair Veerayya
(2023)
Michael 'Kaala' Ceaser
Viduthalai: Part II
(2024)
Devara: Part 1
(2024)
Guntur Kaaram
(2024)
Venkata Swamy
They Call Him OG
(2024)
Production
Naam
(2003)
Producer
Azhagiya Theeye
(2004)
Producer
Kanda Naal Mudhal
(2005)
Producer
Poi
(2006)
Producer
Mozhi
(2007)
Producer
Abhiyum Naanum
(2008)
Producer
Velli Thirai
(2008)
Producer
Inidhu Inidhu
(2010)
Producer
Gaganam
(2011)
Producer
Mayilu
(2012)
Producer
Gouravam
(2013)
Producer
Un Samayal Arayil
(2014)
Producer
Idolle Ramayana
(2016)
Producer
Tadka
(2022)
Producer
Directing
Naanu Nanna Kanasu
(2010)
Director
Dhoni
(2012)
Director
Un Samayal Arayil
(2014)
Director
Idolle Ramayana
(2016)
Director
Tadka
(2022)
Director
Writing