Rahman

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Characters played by Rahman

Devendrakumar — Pagadi Attam (2017)

Devendrakumar is the investigating officer assigned to Surya’s kidnapping case. He traces Surya’s history and discovers his womanizing and responsibility for Kausalya’s death. After identifying Kausalya’s sister as the kidnapper, he tells her that Surya does not deserve to live and allows him to die.

Lopaz — Moonnam Pakkam (1988)

Lopaz is one of Bhasi’s friends who comes to stay with him at Thampi’s house during vacation. He goes swimming at the nearby beach with the group and is pulled into the ocean alongside Bhasi. Unlike Bhasi, he manages to escape, leaving him among the friends who remain to face Bhasi’s disappearance and its aftermath.

Sidharth Shankar — Traffic (2011)

A successful filmmaker preparing for the release of his new movie and the father of Riya, whose deteriorating heart condition creates the urgent need for a transplant. He calls Abel, tries to persuade him to cooperate, and contacts the fan club president to clear a route through Bilal Colony.

Benny — Bachelor Party (2012)

Benny is one of Tony's childhood friends and a gangster who joins the group in defending Tony from Kamath. He remains with the friends after Tony's death as they seek money to support Neethu and later take on the dangerous mission to rescue her. He is among the friends who face Kamath's forces in the final shootout.

Madhurantakan — Ponniyin Selvan: Part II (2023)

Ambitious prince, claims succession, allies with Rashtrakutas for power.

Madhurantakan — Ponniyin Selvan: Part I (2022)

The emperor's cousin and the conspiracy's intended replacement for the crown prince.

Pappachan — Ithrayum Kalam (1987)

A supporting character who contributes to the background narrative. Likely interacts with the protagonist in community or familial settings.

Raghu — Aathma (1993)

An atheist archaeologist who travels to a remote temple to decode an inscription. After his spiritual father mysteriously vanishes, he investigates the disappearance, uncovers past-life connections, and eventually embraces faith to rescue his father and defeat the demon-worshipping cult.

Emil — Parannu Parannu Parannu (1984)

Emil is Elizabeth's son and runs a still photography business that he hopes to upgrade into videography. Although initially hesitant about helping with the beauty parlour, he supports its launch and later opens a nearby video studio. He falls for Mini, promotes her image without permission, and investigates the secrets surrounding her past.

Damodar Ratnam — Ranam (2018)

Powerful Sri Lankan drug lord and Aadhi's former employer. Orchestrates drug trafficking and a major attack on rival gang members through his brothers. Kills Bhaskar for failure. Ultimately confronted and stabbed by Aadhi, then executed by Antoni's gang in a bomb blast.

Raju — Rajamanikyam (2005)

Raju is Rajamanikyam’s younger brother and manager. He helps stabilize Raja Rathnam Pillai’s assets after the will transfers control to Rajamanikyam, supports him against attempts to seize the estate, and joins Varkeychan in rescuing Rajaselvam from Simon Nadar and his men.

Raja — Naane Varuven (1992)

Raja is the rebirth of Naga Rani's husband, who was killed in a previous life. Having spent his childhood away from his native place, he returns and plans to marry his sweetheart, Priya. Naga Rani seeks to consummate with him to regain her husband, while Priya and Dr. Radhika try to protect him.

Career Overview

Rahman has 113 screen credits in a career dating back to 1983. Their work spans 4 cinematic universes — most prominently Ponniyin Selvan Series with 2 titles. Signature works include Pagadi Attam, Athiradi Padai, Mappillai Vanthachu. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
113
Birth Date
1967-05-23
Birth Place
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 4 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q278006), public domain (CC0).