Prem Nazir

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Characters played by Prem Nazir

CID Rajan — Cochin Express (1967)

CID Rajan is an investigator searching for a woman and later for Unnikannan Nair, whom he says he brought to the hotel to find a girl. He questions the hotel staff about incidents and the Hotel Manager, and tells Geetha he does not think she should keep working there.

Murali — Lisa (1978)

Murali is Lakshmi's fiancé, initially accustomed to her quiet and reserved manner. After her behavior changes following the supernatural attack, he becomes confused as she speaks to him less and spends more time with Johnny. After the possession ends, Murali reunites with Lakshmi.

Balachandran — Aattakalasham (1983)

A respected police officer and devoted family man, Balachandran lives with his wife Indu, their three children, and his younger brother Babu. Misreading a troubling moment as proof of an affair, he throws Babu out and mistreats Indu. After learning the truth from Babu's letter, he admits his mistake and reconciles with her.

Palattu Kunjikannan — Paalattu Kunjikannan (1980)

Palattu Kunjikannan is the central warrior of the story and loves Princess Aaryamala. He is expected to fight the Gurukkal in a duel, while his friend Vanchiyoor Surasu asks him to spare the Gurukkal if he surrenders. Kunjikannan keeps his promise not to spill the Gurukkal's blood, but kills him nonetheless, and later marries Aaryamala.

Udayan — Padayottam (1982)

The brilliant and handsome prince initially named as the heir to the Kolathiri throne. After being falsely accused of treason and sold into slavery, he survives, accumulates immense wealth, and returns as the disguised merchant Thampan to orchestrate the downfall of his betrayers. Ultimately, he forgives his rival Devan upon discovering that Prince Chandran is his son, and restores peace by eliminating the rebel forces.

Madhavankutty — Maaya (1972)

An educated but initially unemployed aspiring writer in love with Gomathy. He secures a newspaper job, facilitates a key business connection, and later develops a relationship with Omana.

Gopalan — Anubhavangal Palichakal (1971)

A day laborer and Chellappan’s friend, Gopalan offers sympathy to Bhavani after Chellappan disappears. He and Bhavani enter a relationship, and she later lives openly with him and has his child. He restrains Bhavani as she runs after the van taking Chellappan away, and later joins her in bringing Chellappan’s body home.

Ravi Varma — Lal Americayil (1989)

A wealthy businessman residing in America who fakes his death and places an advertisement to find his son Babu, who was lost at age five following the death of his wife.

Aadithya Varma — Ayalvasi Oru Daridravasi (1986)

A doctor and head of one of the two bonded families. He initially hires Jayan's supposed twin to teach his daughter dance. When his daughter Kaveri goes missing, he suspects the fake twin. Later, he helps the police by providing Kuttan Pillai's clothes after the lovers reveal the truth.

Paakkaran — Achaaram Ammini Osharam Omana (1977)

Paakkaran is a temple drummer whose late father left his property for him, to be transferred by his mother when he came of age. He is treated harshly in his household and later marries Omana. With her, he consults a lawyer about his inheritance and joins the protest against his mother's cruelty.

Kunjumuhammed — Manithali (1984)

A wealthy divorced man who returns to the village and becomes involved in a scheme intended to secure financial support from him. He marries Ramlath after she is forced to divorce Zulfikar. Though disappointed when she tells him she is pregnant with Zulfikar's child, he promises to bring Zulfikar back.

Lawrence — Pearl View (1970)

Lawrence is the son of one of two neighboring fishing families. He falls in love with Marian's daughter, Stella, and plans to marry her, but is devastated when she is taken to Bombay and married to Professor Stephen. After Stella returns and explains the deception, Lawrence accepts her and later marries her.

Career Overview

Prem Nazir has 246 screen credits in a career dating back to 1952. Their work is anchored in the C.I.D. Nazir Collection universe with 2 titles. Signature works include Kaalam Kaathu Ninnilla, Gaandharvam, Kadathanadan Ambadi. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
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Gender
male
Known Credits
246
Birth Date
1929-12-16
Birth Place
Chirayinkeezhu, Travancore

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