Hareesh Peradi

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Characters played by Hareesh Peradi

Stephen Raj — Kaithi (2019)

The Zonal Head of the Narcotics Division who is arrested for his involvement in the drug operations and corruption surrounding the bust.

Stephen Raj — Vikram (2022)

Corrupt official killed by vigilantes, inciting Vikram's investigation.

Ravi — Godha (2017)

Part of Das's friend group who initially attempt to woo Aditi. They collectively abandon cricket to take up wrestling to impress her, later supporting the protagonists.

Dr. Arjun Zachariah — Mersal (2017)

A greedy and corrupt chief doctor in Paris who partners with Daniel. His unethical practices and murder at the hands of Vetri trigger the protagonist's exile and transformation into a magician seeking retribution.

Ramalingam — Raatchasi (2019)

The chairman of the GSV Group of Schools, Ramalingam sees Geetha Rani's success at the government school as a threat. He sends goons to attack her and files a fake complaint that leads to a surprise inspection. He is an antagonist to Geetha Rani and opposes her efforts to transform the school.

Joseph — Life of Josutty (2015)

Joseph is Josutty's father and a member of the family's farming household in Kattappana. The family faces deep debt, and Josutty's decision to marry Rose is influenced by the family's financial difficulties and the need to arrange his sister's marriage. Joseph's death prompts Josutty to return home from New Zealand.

Ayyanar — Malaikottai Vaaliban (2024)

Vaaliban's mentor and adoptive father. He secretly harbors a deep grudge against his biological father-in-law (Malaivettai Vaaliban) and raised Vaaliban as a weapon for revenge. After the festival tragedy, he declares Vaaliban his sworn enemy, poisons Chamathakan, and reveals the truth to set up a sequel confrontation.

Bhai — Kolamavu Kokila (2018)

A ruthless cocaine dealer who kills a police officer at the film's opening. He becomes the ultimate target of Kokila's alliance with Inspector Guru, eventually getting shot dead by Guru during the final operation.

Venu's Elder Brother — Varsham (2014)

Venu’s elder brother is one of the people who questions Venu’s decision to offer low-interest loans. He and other associates raise doubts about whether borrowers can be trusted and warn that the scheme could undermine their businesses, placing him in conflict with Venu’s approach to lending.

Punniyakodi, Subba Rayudu — Rathnam (2024)

Punniyakodi, known in the present as Subba Rayudu, is one of Loganayagi's brothers and part of the group trying to force Malliga's family to sell their land. He joins the threat against Malliga, whom Rathnam protects. After learning the brothers' identities and history, Rathnam kills Subba Rayudu.

Yelamanda — Tiger Nageswara Rao (2023)

The ruthless gangster who originally dominated Stuartpuram and became an MLA. His initial greed triggers Nagi's criminal path. He survives Nagi's early revenge but continues conspiring with Mouli. He ultimately dies by Nagi's hands after his political downfall and the cancellation of his own business interests.

Parandhaman — Agilan (2023)

Parandhaman is a smuggler who works for Kapoor and uses Agilan to carry out criminal jobs, including arranging the deaths of three temporary workers. He orders Arasu to capture Jananadhan and later tells people that Agilan killed the union leader. When the workers' return reveals the truth, the crowd turns against Parandhaman, and he is killed while trying to escape.

Career Overview

Hareesh Peradi has 121 screen credits in a career dating back to 2009. Their work spans 7 cinematic universes — most prominently Gatta Kusthi Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include Madura Kanakku, Dasettante Cycle, Malaikottai Vaaliban. 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
121
Birth Date
1969-05-09
Birth Place
Kozhikode, Kerala, India

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Universe traveler — spans 7 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q20565184), public domain (CC0).