Vasantha Kumar Ravi (born 18 April 1990), known professionally as Vasanth Ravi, is an Indian actor born in Chennai. He embarked on his artistic journey in the Indian film industry in 2017 with a debut in "Taramani."[1] Vasanth Ravi boasts a diverse academic background, holding both MBBS and Healthcare Management (Masters) degrees. He is the son of Ravi Muthukrishnan, Chairman of the Namma Veedu Vasanta Bhavan chain of restaurants.[2]
Vasanth Ravi | |
|---|---|
| Born | Vasantha Kumar Ravi 18 April 1990 |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2017–present |
| Spouse | Rishitha (m. 2012) |
Career
editVasanth did his degree in MBBS and master's degree in Health Care Management in Manchester, United Kingdom before turning to acting.[3] He received his first acting opportunity in 2013 through film director Ram, who is widely known for his films including Kattradhu Thamizh and Thanga Meengal.[4] Vasanth Ravi agreed to sign up the project with director Ram for the film Taramani which started its production venture in 2013 but underwent production delays before its actual release in August 2017. His debut feature film Taramani received positive reviews and his performance in the film along with Andrea Jeremiah in the lead role lauded praises from the audience.[5] His maiden scintillating performance for the breakthrough film, Taramani also helped him to earn the Best male actor on debut (in the lead role) at the 2017 Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards. Vasanth was also awarded the Vijay Award for Best Debut Actor at the 2018 Vijay Awards.[6][7]
At the 2018 65th Filmfare Awards South which was held on 16 June, he was awarded the Best Debut Actor which was his second career award for the breakthrough film Taramani.[8][9]
After his debut project, his second film was Rocky, which was written and directed by debutante Arun Matheswaran. The film received positive reviews from critics.[10] Rocky, and Vasanth Ravi has played 'intense' characters.[11] A critic from Pinkvilla stated that "Vasanth Ravi has done a great performance. He will make you shiver and give you chills in your spine. His performance is top notch and will definitely win your the hearts."[12]
Post-Rocky, Ravi had a two year hiatus and joined a new genre psychological horror film directed by Tarun Teja titled Asvins.[13] The film received "A" certification from CBFC India.[14] A critic of Times of India wrote that "Vasanth Ravi has delivered an intense performance, yet again, especially in the climax."[15] That same year,[16] he acted in the film Jailer directed by Nelson Dilipkumar portraying Rajinikanth and Ramya Krishnan's son Arjun.[17] Vasanth Ravi acted in film Weapon, directed by Guhan Seniappan, the film hit theatres on June 7 and opened to mixed reviews. Now set to premiere on Aha Tamil on July 26, according to an announcement from the makers of the film. [18]
Filmography
edit| † | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Taramani | Prabhunath | Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut – South Ananda Vikatan Cinema Award for Best Debut Actor |
| 2021 | Rocky | Rocky | |
| 2023 | Asvins | Arjun | |
| Jailer | Arjun Pandian | SIIMA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role | |
| 2024 | Pon Ondru Kanden | Sai | |
| Weapon | Agni/Athma (Agent X) |
Awards
edit| Year | Award | Category | Movie | Results | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards | Best Debut Actor | Taramani | Won | |
| 2018 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Male Debut | Won | [19] | |
| South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Debut Actor | Won | |||
| 2023 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Jailer | Won | [20] |
References
edit- ^ "Taramani, directed by Ram, will be filmed from November end". www.behindwoods.com. Archived from the original on 11 November 2023. Retrieved 22 October 2023.
- ^ "It is a wrap for Vasanth Ravi-Sathyaraj's Weapon". Cinema Express. 30 September 2023. Archived from the original on 11 November 2023. Retrieved 22 October 2023.
- ^ "Another doctor-turned-actor in K'town". Deccan Chronicle. 1 June 2016. Archived from the original on 17 June 2018. Retrieved 4 June 2018.
- ^ IANS (1 August 2017). "Fortunate to be launched by director Ram: Vasanth Ravi". Business Standard India. Archived from the original on 1 August 2017. Retrieved 4 June 2018.
- ^ Anantharam, Chitra Deepa (30 April 2018). "What is 'Taramani' Vasanth Ravi up to now?". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Archived from the original on 21 August 2023. Retrieved 4 June 2018.
- ^ "Vijay awards 2018: Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi win best actor award, Dhanush and Anirudh perform together. See pics". hindustantimes.com. 4 June 2018. Archived from the original on 3 May 2020. Retrieved 4 June 2018.
- ^ Upadhyaya, Prakash. "Vijay Awards 2018: Here is the complete list of winners [Photos]". International Business Times, India Edition. Archived from the original on 4 June 2018. Retrieved 4 June 2018.
- ^ "Winners: 65th Jio Filmfare Awards (South) 2018". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 18 June 2018. Retrieved 17 June 2018.
- ^ "Winners of the 65th Jio Filmfare Awards (South) 2018". filmfare.com. Archived from the original on 25 October 2021. Retrieved 17 June 2018.
- ^ Sudevan, Praveen (24 December 2021). "'Rocky' movie review: Arun Matheshwaran announces his arrival with a bloody brilliant revenge drama". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 22 October 2023. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
- ^ "Vasanth Ravi: I am not even 1 per cent like Rocky". Cinema Express. 11 January 2022. Archived from the original on 22 October 2023. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
- ^ "Rocky Movie Review: A spine-chilling thriller that entertains you in parts". PINKVILLA. 24 December 2021. Archived from the original on 30 June 2022. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
- ^ "Vasanth Ravi's 'Asvins' gearing up for release on THIS date". The Times of India. 7 June 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 28 October 2023. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
- ^ "Vasanth Ravi's psychological horror film 'Asvins' certified 'A'". The Times of India. 20 June 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 27 October 2023. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
- ^ "Asvins Movie Review : A high-concept psychological horror thriller that engages only in parts". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 22 June 2023. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
- ^ "Vasanth Ravi says 'Jailer' will be different from Nelson Dilipkumar's previous movies". The Times of India. 3 August 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 27 October 2023. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
- ^ "Jailer has become one of the most significant milestones in my acting career: Vasanth Ravi". Cinema Express. 28 August 2023. Archived from the original on 22 October 2023. Retrieved 7 October 2023.
- ^ "Vasanth Ravi's "Weapon" Premieres on OTT Platforms". OTT Daddy. 7 August 2024. Retrieved 20 September 2024.
- ^ "Winners of the 65th Jio Filmfare Awards (South) 2018". filmfare.com. Archived from the original on 20 June 2018. Retrieved 22 October 2023.
- ^ "SIIMA 2024: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Chiyaan Vikram Win Big. Full List Of Winners (Tamil, Malayalam)".
External links
edit- Vasanth Ravi at IMDb