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Prakash Raj is a renowned Indian actor, filmmaker, and television presenter known for his versatile roles across Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi cinema. He has won multiple National Awards and is admired for both villainous and character roles.
Prakash Raj is a renowned Indian actor, filmmaker, and television presenter known for his versatile roles across Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi cinema. He has won multiple National Awards and is admired for both villainous and character roles.
Prakash Raj, born on March 26, 1965, in Bengaluru, is a multi-talented actor and filmmaker who began his career in Kannada theatre and television. Fluent in multiple languages, he gained fame through impactful performances in films like Iruvar, Ghilli, Singham, and Kanchivaram. Known for portraying intense villains and emotional characters, he has won five National Film Awards. Besides acting, he has produced and directed acclaimed films and is known for his outspoken views on politics and social issues.
Prakash Raj, born on March 26, 1965, in Bengaluru, is a multi-talented actor
and filmmaker who began his career in Kannada theatre and television. Fluent in multiple languages, he gained fame through impactful performances in films like Iruvar, Ghilli, Singham, and Kanchivaram. Known for portraying intense villains and emotional characters, he has won five National Film Awards. Besides acting, he has produced and directed acclaimed films and is known for his outspoken views on politics and social issues.
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Prakash Raj - Filmography
Total Movies: 2
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Personal details
- Alternative names Prakash Rai
- Height 5′ 9″ (1.75 m)
- Born March 26, 1965 · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
- Children Meghna Rai Pooja Rai Vedhanth Sidhu Raj
- Relatives Pooja Rai (Daughter), Vedhanth (Son)
- Other works
- Producer, Director, Writer, Television Presenter, Social Activist
Parents
Manjunath Rai
Swarnalatha Raj
FAQ
Yes, he has won five National Film Awards including Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor.
He acts in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi, and a few other Indian languages.
No, he was originally known as Prakash Rai and changed his name when he entered Tamil cinema.
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Trivia
Originally named Prakash Rai; changed to Prakash Raj on the advice of Tamil director K. Balachander.
He is fluent in 8 languages including Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi.
Known for playing both intense villains and sensitive father figures.
Owns a production company called Duet Movies.
Actively involved in social and political debates; ran as an independent candidate in Indian elections.
Quotes
"I am not anti-Hindu, I am anti-Hindutva."
"I speak because I care. Silence is not always golden."
Trademarks
Strong screen presence in antagonist roles
Commanding voice and expressive eyes
Seamless multilingual acting
Often plays powerful or morally grey characters
Nicknames
Prakashanna
Prakash
Angry Star
Salaries
Charges between ₹2 to ₹5 crore per film, depending on the role and language
Also earns from direction, production, and endorsements
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