Nizhalgal Ravi
Born: 1956-04-16
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Nizhalgal Ravi, born Ravichandran Samanna on April 16, 1953, is a veteran Indian actor and voice artist known for his versatile roles in Tamil, Malayalam, and Telugu cinema. Debuting in Nizhalgal (1980) under director Bharathiraja, he has appeared in over 570 films, excelling in supporting roles as fathers, villains, and double agents. He is also renowned for dubbing Amitabh Bachchan’s voice in Tamil for films and Kaun Banega Crorepati. Recent projects include Ponniyin Selvan: I & II (2022–2023) and Baby and Baby (2025).
Nizhalgal Ravi, born Ravichandran Samanna on April 16, 1953, is a veteran Indian actor and voice artist known for his versatile roles in Tamil, Malayalam, and Telugu cinema. Debuting in Nizhalgal (1980) under director Bharathiraja, he has appeared in over 570 films, excelling in supporting roles as fathers, villains, and double agents. He is also renowned for dubbing Amitabh Bachchan’s voice in Tamil for films and Kaun Banega Crorepati. Recent projects include Ponniyin Selvan: I & II (2022–2023) and Baby and Baby (2025).
Nizhalgal Ravi, born Ravichandran Samanna on April 16, 1953, in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, is a prolific Indian actor and voice artist with a career spanning over four decades. He debuted in the Tamil film Nizhalgal (1980), directed by Bharathiraja, earning his stage name. Known for his versatility, he has acted in over 570 films across Tamil, Malayalam, and Telugu cinema, playing diverse roles in films like Nayakan (1987), Chinna Thambi Periya Thambi (1987), Ponniyin Selvan: I & II (2022–2023), and Baby and Baby (2025). A seasoned voice actor, he dubbed for Amitabh Bachchan in Tamil for Kaun Banega Crorepati and Thugs of Hindostan. Ravi holds a B.A. in Economics from P.S.G. Arts College, Coimbatore. Married to Vishnupriya since 1988, he has a son, Rahul Ravi. His recent work includes OTT releases and upcoming films like Chandreshwara and Asthram (2025).
Nizhalgal Ravi, born Ravichandran Samanna on April 16, 1953, in Coimbatore,
Tamil Nadu, is a prolific Indian actor and voice artist with a career spanning over four decades. He debuted in the Tamil film Nizhalgal (1980), directed by Bharathiraja, earning his stage name. Known for his versatility, he has acted in over 570 films across Tamil, Malayalam, and Telugu cinema, playing diverse roles in films like Nayakan (1987), Chinna Thambi Periya Thambi (1987), Ponniyin Selvan: I & II (2022–2023), and Baby and Baby (2025). A seasoned voice actor, he dubbed for Amitabh Bachchan in Tamil for Kaun Banega Crorepati and Thugs of Hindostan. Ravi holds a B.A. in Economics from P.S.G. Arts College, Coimbatore. Married to Vishnupriya since 1988, he has a son, Rahul Ravi. His recent work includes OTT releases and upcoming films like Chandreshwara and Asthram (2025).
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Personal details
- Alternative names Nizhalgal Ravi, Kakka Ravi
- Height 5′ 10″ (1.78 m)
- Born April 16, 1956 · Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
- Other works
- Voice Artist,Television
FAQ
He is best known for his versatile roles in over 570 films, including Nayakan (1987) and Ponniyin Selvan: I & II (2022–2023), and for dubbing Amitabh Bachchan’s voice in Tamil for Kaun Banega Crorepati.
He debuted in the Tamil film Nizhalgal (1980), directed by Bharathiraja, which gave him his stage name, and acted in over 25 Malayalam films in the 1980s as Kakka Ravi.
Recent projects include Baby and Baby (2025, OTT release on Sun NXT), Vadasatti (2017), Diya (2018), and upcoming films Chandreshwara, Asthram, and Jinn (2025).
His stage name originates from his debut film Nizhalgal (1980), where his performance as a romantic lead earned him the moniker.
He is renowned for dubbing Amitabh Bachchan’s voice in Tamil for Kaun Banega Crorepati and films like Thugs of Hindostan, and for narrating audiobooks like Manase Relax Please.
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Trivia
Stage Name Origin: His stage name “Nizhalgal Ravi” comes from his debut Tamil film Nizhalgal (1980), directed by Bharathiraja, where he played a romantic lead, marking his entry into cinema.
Amitabh Bachchan’s Tamil Voice: Renowned for dubbing Amitabh Bachchan’s voice in Tamil for Kaun Banega Crorepati (Season 2) and films like Thugs of Hindostan (2018), noted for matching Bachchan’s tone perfectly when recording early in the morning.
Malayalam Early Career: Acted in over 25 Malayalam films in the 1980s under the name Kakka Ravi, before focusing primarily on Tamil cinema.
Quotes
“I was surprised and considered it an honor to dub for Amitabh Bachchan. My voice almost matched his when I dubbed early in the morning.”
Trademarks
Versatile Supporting Roles, Distinctive Voice, Tamil-Malayalam Crossover, Collaborations with Leading Actresses.
Nicknames
Nizhalgal Ravi
Kakka Ravi
Salaries
Tamil/Malayalam Films: For supporting roles in films like Nayakan (1987), Chinna Thambi Periya Thambi (1987), or Ponniyin Selvan: I & II (2022–2023), he likely earned ₹5–20 lakh per film, depending on the project’s budget and role prominence.
Recent Films: For 2025 releases like Baby and Baby, Chandreshwara, or Asthram, his earnings might range from ₹10–30 lakh per film, reflecting his established status in mid-to-high-budget projects.
Television/Web Series: For roles in Jannal (TV serial) or Rayil Sneham (telefilm), he likely earned ₹1–5 lakh per project. Similar rates apply to recent OTT work like Baby and Baby (2025).
Dubbing Work: For high-profile dubbing projects like Kaun Banega Crorepati or Thugs of Hindostan, fees could range from ₹2–10 lakh per project, based on industry norms for voice acting.
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