Charan Raj

Charan Raj is a veteran Indian actor and filmmaker who primarily works in the Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada film industries. Born on 27 April 1958 in Belagavi, Karnataka, Charan Raj began his journey int... Read more

Charan Raj is a veteran Indian actor and filmmaker who primarily works in the Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada film industries. Born on 27 April 1958 in Belagavi, Karnataka, Charan Raj began his journey into cinema with the Kannada film Parajitha (1982). Known for his intense and memorable villainous roles, he quickly became a sought-after character actor across South Indian cinema. His breakthrough came with the Telugu film Pratighatana, which showcased his ability to portray complex antagonists with depth and nuance. Over the years, Charan Raj has acted in more than 600 films across multiple languages, earning acclaim for performances in Tamil blockbusters such as Baashha, Gentleman, and Dharma Dorai, as well as Telugu hits like Kartavyam and Indrudu Chandrudu. Show less