Nizhalgal Ravi

Quick Info

Born April 16, 1956

Birth Place Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India

Height 5′ 10″ (1.78 m)

Fan Score 72

Popularity 75

Roles Actor

Photos

Known For

Ponniyin Selvan: Part I (...

Sambuvuraiyar

★ 7.5

Ponniyin Selvan: Part Two...

Sambuvuraiyar

★ 7.3

Filmography

Ponniyin Selvan: Part Two (2023)

7.3 2023

Sambuvuraiyar

Ponniyin Selvan: Part I (2022)

7.5 2022

Sambuvuraiyar

Videos

Nandhi Varman - Official Trailer

Aadi Viradham Movie Trailer

Personal Details

Alternative Names Nizhalgal Ravi, Kakka Ravi

Did You Know

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

01

What is Nizhalgal Ravi best known for?

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.

02

How did Nizhalgal Ravi start his acting career?

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.

03

What are Nizhalgal Ravi’s recent projects?

Recent projects include Baby and Baby (2025, OTT release on Sun NXT), Vadasatti (2017), Diya (2018), and upcoming films Chandreshwara, Asthram, and Jinn (2025).

04

Why is he called Nizhalgal Ravi?

His stage name originates from his debut film Nizhalgal (1980), where his performance as a romantic lead earned him the moniker.

05

What is his contribution to voice acting?

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.