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Charan Raj

Born: 1958-04-27
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Charan Raj is a veteran Indian actor and filmmaker who primarily works in the Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada film industries. Born on...

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.

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.
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.

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Alternative names Charan, Brahmananda
Height 5′ 9"
Born April 27, 1958 · Belagavi (Belgaum), Karnataka, India
Spouses
Kalpana Charanraj
Other works
Actor, Writer, Director

FAQ

Charan Raj is a veteran Indian actor, director, and writer known for his powerful villain and character roles in Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada films.

He was born on 27 April 1958 in Belagavi (Belgaum), Karnataka, India.

Some of his notable films include Baashha, Gentleman, Dharma Dorai, Kartavyam, and Pratighatana.

Yes, he has directed and written films such as Annan Thangachi (1999) and Kuppan (2024), contributing to story, screenplay, and dialogues.

Charan Raj has three children, including Tej Charanraj and Dev Charanraj, both of whom are pursuing careers in acting.

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Trivia

Charan Raj started his acting career with the Kannada film Parajitha (1982).
He gained fame for playing villainous and character roles in Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada cinema.
Acted in over 600 films across multiple South Indian languages.
Directed and wrote films such as Annan Thangachi (1999) and Kuppan (2024).

Quotes

“A strong character can leave a mark even without a hero’s cape.”
“Every role, be it villain or hero, deserves respect and dedication.”

Trademarks

Powerful and commanding screen presence.
Memorable villain roles in both Tamil and Telugu cinema.
Versatility in playing hero, villain, and character roles.

Nicknames

Charan

Salaries

₹25–50 lakh per film

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