Ramachandra Raju

Quick Info

Born July 7, 1980

Birth Place Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Height 6'1"

Fan Score 70

Popularity 70

Roles Actor

Photos

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Videos

Yash" - KGF Villain Ramchandra Raju Exclusive Intervie...

Sulthan Team Funny Interview , Karthi , KGF Ramachandra...

KGF Villain Ramachandra Raju Interview , Salaar

KGF Chapter 1 Villain Ramachandra Raju Speech , Yaanai...

Personal Details

Alternative Names Garuda Ram

Children Reyansh Raju, Teeyara Raju

Did You Know

Trivia

Before entering films, Ramachandra Raju worked as a bodyguard and driver for actor Yash.
He made his acting debut in K.G.F: Chapter 1 (2018) as Garuda, which became his breakthrough role.
Raju is widely recognized for portraying villainous and intense roles across Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam cinema.
He has appeared in major films like Sulthan, Maha Samudram, Yaanai, and Aaraattu.
Known for his commanding screen presence and physicality, he often plays formidable antagonists.

Quotes

“A strong villain is the backbone of a powerful story.”
“Intensity on screen comes from belief in the character.”

Trademarks

Intense villainous portrayals with physical dominance.
Strong screen presence that elevates action sequences.
Roles that balance menace and depth, making the character memorable.

Nicknames

Garuda Ram

Salaries

Estimated earnings range between ₹2–5 crore per film, depending on the project.

Frequently Asked Questions

01

Who is Ramachandra Raju?

Ramachandra Raju, also known as Garuda Ram, is a South Indian actor famous for his villain roles in Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam cinema.

02

What was Ramachandra Raju’s breakthrough role?

His breakthrough came with the role of Garuda in K.G.F: Chapter 1 (2018), which earned him widespread acclaim.

03

In which films has Ramachandra Raju acted?

He has acted in films like K.G.F: Chapter 1, Sulthan, Maha Samudram, Yaanai, andAaraattu.

04

What is Ramachandra Raju’s background before acting?

Before entering films, he worked as a bodyguard and driver for actor Yash, which gave him exposure to the film industry.

05

Has Ramachandra Raju received any awards?

Yes, he won the Best Villain award at the 2019 Zee Kannada Awards for his performance in K.G.F: Chapter 1 and received SIIMA nominations for his roles in Madhagaja and Maha Samudram.