Mammootty

Actor · Born September 7, 1951 · Chempu, Kerala, India

Highest rated as cast or director

Biography

Muhammad Kutty Panaparambil Ismail (born on September 7, 1951), popularly known as Mammootty, is a towering figure in Indian cinema, particularly in Malayalam films. With a career spanning over five decades, he has acted in more than 450 films, earning a reputation as one of the greatest actors in the Indian Film Industry. His ability to embody a diverse range of characters has made him a legendary figure, admired for his deep voice, commanding screen presence, and meticulous approach to acting. Mammootty's breakthrough came in the early 1980s with films like Yavanika (1982), which showcased his talent for portraying complex characters. His performance as Chandu Chekavar in Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha (1989) earned him his first National Film Award for Best Actor and established him as a leading star in Malayalam cinema. This film, along with others like Mathilukal (1990), directed by Adoor Gopalakrishnan, solidified his status as a versatile actor capable of taking on challenging roles. Throughout his career, Mammootty has received numerous accolades, including four National Film Awards for Best Actor. His portrayal of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar in Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar (1999) is particularly noteworthy, demonstrating his ability to handle profound and socially relevant subjects. His performances in commercially successful films like The King (1995) and Big B (2007) showcase his versatility, appealing to a broad audience while maintaining a commitment to quality cinema. Mammootty's impact extends beyond acting; he is also a philanthropist involved in various social causes, focusing on education and healthcare for the underprivileged. He has also ventured into production, establishing his own production company and supporting new talent in the industry. Known for his humility and discipline, he continues to work on diverse projects that challenge him as an actor and resonate with audiences. He received the Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian award, in 2026 for his contributions to cinema, and earlier the Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian award, from the Government of India in 1998. He was also honoured with the Kerala Prabha Award by the Government of Kerala in 2022. Mammootty was named as one of "The men who changed the face of the Indian Cinema" by CNN-News18. In recent years, Mammootty has continued acting in critically acclaimed projects, with films like Unda (2019) and Peranbu (2018) demonstrating his commitment to meaningful storytelling. As he continues to evolve in his craft, Mammootty’s legacy as one of the greatest actors in Indian cinema is firmly established, inspiring generations of filmmakers and actors alike.

Acted in 362

2020s

2026
Padayaatra
Dr. Devadas
OM: Chapter 1
Burma 'Siya' Karthikeyan
L&O - Law and Order
Karikkamuri Shanmugham
Patriot
Dr. Daniel James
Patriot Legends Hangout
Mammootty · 1 episode
Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies
'Bullet' Walter Lopez
62
2025
Kalamkaval
Stanley Das
69
Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra
Moothon (voice)
75
Bazooka
Caesar John
Dominic and the Ladies' Purse
C.I Dominic
2024
Manorathangal
P K Venugopal · 1 episode
Turbo
Turbo Jose
Bramayugam
Kodumon Potti
77
Yatra 2
Y.S. Rajashekar Reddy
Abraham Ozler
Alexander Joseph
65
2023
Kaathal - The Core
Mathew Devassy
Kannur Squad
George Martin
73
Agent
RAW Chief Colonel Mahadev Menon 'The Devil'
Christopher
Christopher
Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam
James / Sundaram
73
2022
Rorschach
Luke Antony
Puzhu
Kuttan
CBI 5: The Brain
Sethurama Iyer
53
Bheeshma Parvam
Michael
2021
One
Kadakkal Chandran
61
The Priest
Fr. Carmen Benedict
2020
Shylock
Boss / Devan

2010s

2019
Mamangam
Chandroth Valiya Panicker / Kurup
Ganagandharvan
Kalasadhan Ullaas
Pathinettam Padi
John Abraham Palackal
57
Unda
S. I. Manikandan C.P.
Madura Raja
'Madhura' Raja
58
Yatra
Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy
Peranbu
Amudhavan
2018
Johny Johny Yes Appa
Voice-over
Oru Kuttanadan Blog
Hari
Abrahaminte Santhathikal
Derick Abraham
Uncle
Krishnakumar / KK
60
Parole
Pullakkunnel Alex
Street Lights
CI James Abraham
2017
Masterpiece
Edward Livingstone / Anto Antony
Pullikaran Stara
Rajakumaran
Puthan Panam
Nithyananda Shenoy
55
The Great Father
David
2016
Thoppil Joppan
Thoppil Joppan
51
White
Prakash Roy
Kasaba
CI Rajan Zechariah
Puthiya Niyamam
Adv. Louis Pothen Narimadan
2015
Pathemari
Pallikkal Narayanan
Utopiayile Rajavu
C.P Swathanthran
Acha Dhin
Durgaprasad
Samrajyam II: Son of Alexander
Alexander (archive footage)
Bhaskar The Rascal
Bhaskaran Pillai
Fireman
Vijay Kumar
2014
Varsham
P.K. Venugopal/Venu
King of Kings
Shekarankutty
Munnariyippu
C.K. Raghavan
Manglish
Tharakan Malik
Gangster
Akbar Ali
Praise the Lord
Joy
Balyakalasakhi
Majeed/Majeed's father
2013
Silence
Aravind Chandrasekhar
Daivathinte Swantham Cleetus
Cleetus
Kunjananthante Kada
Kunjananthan
Kadal Kadannu Oru Maathukutty
Mathukkutty
Immanuel
Immanuel
Proprietors: Kammath & Kammath
Raja Raja Kammath
2012
Bavuttiyude Namathil
Bavutti
Face 2 Face
Balachandran
Jawan of Vellimala
Gopikrishnan
Thappana
Samson
Cobra
Raja / Sivadas Naidu
Shikari
Abhijit / Karunan
The King & The Commissioner
Joseph Alex
2011
Venicile Vyapari
Pavithran
Bombay March 12
Sameer
The Train
Kedarnath
Doubles
Giri
August 15
Perumal
2010
Best Actor
Mohan/Bombay
Vandae Maatharam
DIG Gopi Krishnan
Pranchiyettan & The Saint
Pranchiyettan
Kutty Srank
Kutty Srank
Pokkiri Raja
Raja / Madhurai Raja / Pokkiri Raja
Pramani
Viswanatha Paniker
Yugapurushan
KC Kuttan
Drona 2010
Pattazhi Madhavan Namboothiri / Kunjunni

2000s

2009
Chattambinadu
Veerendra Mallayya
Paleri Manikyam: Oru Pathirakolapathakathinte Katha
Haridas / Murikkumkunnath Ahammad Haji / Khalid Ahammad
Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja
Pazhassi Raja
Kerala Cafe
Passenger in the bus
Loudspeaker
Mike Phillipose
Daddy Cool
CI Antony Simon
Ee Pattanathil Bhootham
Jimmy/Bhootham
Love in Singapore
Machu
Nari
Movie · Action · Crime
2008
Mayabazar
Rameshan / Lakshmi Prasad
Twenty 20
Adv. Ramesh Nambiar
66
Annan Thambi
Appu / Achu
57
Roudram
ACP Narendran
2007
Katha Parayumbol
'Superstar' Ashok Raj
Nasrani
David John Kottarathil
Ore Kadal
Dr. S. R. Nathan
Mission 90 Days
Major Sivaraman
Big B
Bilal John Kurishingal
Mayavi
Mahi aka Mayavi
Kaiyoppu
Balachandran
2006
Palunku
Monichan
Pothan Vava
Kurisuveettil Pothan Vava
Karutha Pakshikal
Murugan
Bhargavacharitham Moonam Khandam
'Current' Bhargavan
Prajapathi
Devarmadom Narayanan
Balram v/s Tharadas
Balram / Tharadas
Thuruppugulan
Gulan Kunjumon
2005
Bus Conductor
Sulthanveettil Zakkir Hussein
Rajamanikyam
Bellari Raja
Sau Jhooth Ek Sach
Inspector Vivek
Nerariyan CBI
Sethurama Iyer
Rappakal
Krishnan
Thaskara Veeran
Arakkalam Kochu Baby (Arakkalam Bhai)
Thommanum Makkalum
Shivan
2004
Vesham
Appukuttan Menon
Black
Karikkamuri Shanmugham
Vishwa Thulasi
Vishwa
Kaazhcha
Madhavan
Aparichithan
Raghuram
Vajram
Thacharayil Devarajan
Sethurama Iyer CBI
Sethurama Iyer
2003
Pattalam
Major Pattabhiraman
Chronic Bachelor
Sathyaprathapan
2002
Karmegam
Karmegham
Kaiyethum Doorath
Adv. Gopinath
Phantom
Phantom Pailey
Junior Senior
Santhosh
Dany
Dany
2001
Dubai
Ravi Mammen
Rakshasa Rajavu
Ramanathan IPS
Anandham
Thirupathisamy
2000
Dada Sahib
Dada Mohammad Sahib / Subedar T.M. Abubacker
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar
Valliettan
Arackal Madhavanunni
Kandukondain Kandukondain
Major Bala
75
Arayannangalude Veedu
Ravindranath Menon
Narasimham
Adv. Nandagopal Marar