Rashin Rahman
Born: 1967-05-23
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Rashin Rahman, known as Rahman, is an Indian actor renowned for his work in Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu cinema. A teen idol of the 1980s, he debuted with Koodevide (1983), earning the Kerala State Film Award for Second Best Actor at 16. With over 200 films, his notable works include Pudhu Pudhu Arthangal (1989), Mumbai Police (2013), and Ponniyin Selvan: I & II (2022-2023). Known for his good looks and versatile roles, Rahman remains a respected figure in South Indian cinema despite career fluctuations.
Rashin Rahman, known as Rahman, is an Indian actor renowned for his work in Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu cinema. A teen idol of the 1980s, he debuted with Koodevide (1983), earning the Kerala State Film Award for Second Best Actor at 16. With over 200 films, his notable works include Pudhu Pudhu Arthangal (1989), Mumbai Police (2013), and Ponniyin Selvan: I & II (2022-2023). Known for his good looks and versatile roles, Rahman remains a respected figure in South Indian cinema despite career fluctuations.
Rahman shot to fame with his debut in Koodevide (1983), directed by P. Padmarajan, becoming a teen sensation in Malayalam cinema. His 1980s films, like Kanamarayathu and Chilambu, cemented his “lover boy” image. He expanded to Tamil and Telugu cinema (Nilave Malare, 1986; Rasaleela, 1986) but faced a career dip due to typecasting and language barriers (he didn’t dub his own voice in Malayalam initially). His comeback in the 2000s included roles in Rajamanikyam (2005), Mumbai Police (2013), and Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan series. His recent work includes Bad Boyz (2024) and 1000 Babies (2024, OTT release).
Rahman shot to fame with his debut in Koodevide (1983), directed by P.
Padmarajan, becoming a teen sensation in Malayalam cinema. His 1980s films, like Kanamarayathu and Chilambu, cemented his “lover boy” image. He expanded to Tamil and Telugu cinema (Nilave Malare, 1986; Rasaleela, 1986) but faced a career dip due to typecasting and language barriers (he didn’t dub his own voice in Malayalam initially). His comeback in the 2000s included roles in Rajamanikyam (2005), Mumbai Police (2013), and Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan series. His recent work includes Bad Boyz (2024) and 1000 Babies (2024, OTT release).
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Personal details
- Alternative names Raghuman, Raghu (used in Tamil and Telugu cinema)
- Height 5 '11 inches (180 cm)
- Born May 23, 1967 · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (family originally hails from Nilambur, Kerala, India)
- Children Alisha Rahman Rushda Rahman
- Relatives Rushda (daughter), Alisha (daughter), A.R. Rahman (co-brother, through marriage to Meherunnisa’s sister, Saira Banu)
- Other works
- Producer,Writer
Parents
KMA Rahman
Savi Rahman
FAQ
Rahman is best known for his debut role in Koodevide (1983), winning the Kerala State Film Award for Second Best Actor at age 16, and for being a popular teen idol in Malayalam cinema during the 1980s. His roles in Ponniyin Selvan: Part I & II (2022–2023) and Mumbai Police (2013) are also notable.
His career dipped in the 1990s due to typecasting as a romantic lead, language barriers (not dubbing his own voice in Malayalam initially), and a shift to Tamil and Telugu films, which disrupted his Malayalam fan base.
Rahman is A.R. Rahman’s co-brother, as Rahman’s wife, Meherunnisa, is the sister of A.R. Rahman’s wife, Saira Banu.
Recent projects include Bad Boyz (2024, directed by Omar Lulu) and 1000 Babies (2024, OTT release).
Yes, he won the Kerala State Film Award for Second Best Actor (1983, Koodevide), Kerala Film Critics Award and Kerala Film Chamber Award for Best Actor (1984, Ithiri Poove Chuvanna Poove), and the Trendsetter Award at the Etisalat Everest Film Awards (2007).
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Trivia
Teen Sensation: Rahman debuted at age 16 in Koodevide (1983), winning the Kerala State Film Award for Second Best Actor, making him one of the youngest recipients of the award.
Connection to A.R. Rahman: He is the co-brother of Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman, as Rahman’s wife, Meherunnisa, is the sister of A.R. Rahman’s wife, Saira Banu.
Voice Dubbing: Early in his career, Rahman did not dub his own voice in Malayalam films due to language challenges, which impacted his popularity. He began dubbing his own lines in Malayalam with Rajamanikyam (2005).
Quotes
“I never gave up on acting; I just waited for the right roles to come my way, and I’m grateful for the opportunities to work with directors like Mani Ratnam.”
Trademarks
Romantic Hero Image,Versatile Supporting Roles,Distinctive Good Looks.
Nicknames
Raghuman, Raghu
Salaries
For recent projects like Ponniyin Selvan (2022–2023), supporting actors of his stature in big-budget Tamil films typically earn between ₹50 lakh to ₹2 crore per film, depending on the role’s prominence, but no verified data confirms Rahman’s exact pay.
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