Janardhanan

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Characters played by Janardhanan

Balakrishnan Nambiar — Narendran Makan Jayakanthan Vaka (2001)

Balakrishnan Nambiar is Swathi's father. He is worried that Jayakanthan intends to marry Swathi and take over the family estate. This concern places him in opposition to Jayakanthan's possible plans, although the summary does not explain whether his fears are justified or what actions he takes.

Ouseppachan — Oru CBI Diary Kurippu (1988)

Local contact assisting the investigation.

Parameshwaran Mama — Chronic Bachelor (2003)

SP's uncle who initially helps clear his brother's name and mentors him into a successful businessman. His son Sreekumar stays with SP. SP confides in him about his past and Sandhya, an announcement overheard by Sandhya herself.

K. J. Nair — Dubai (2001)

The Union Home Minister and the main conspirator behind an assassination plot against the Prime Minister, Nair hopes to seize power afterward. He frames Ravi for Susan's death and later emerges as the force behind Bhatta. Ravi kills him at his guest house in Delhi.

CM Balachandran Kurup — Collector (2011)

The Chief Minister supports District Collector Avinash Varma in his struggle against the anti-social elements ruling Kochi’s underworld. He stands on the side of Avinash’s campaign against the illegal activities supported by corrupt ministers and officials. The synopsis names the Chief Minister as an ally but does not describe his specific actions.

Madhavan Thampi — Achan Raajavu Appan Jethavu (1995)

Avarachan's close friend, Madhavan Thampi is known for his intelligence and works with Avarachan as part of a formidable team. Confusion over the babies switched at birth convinces each man that the other has cheated him, driving them apart. Thampi lives in poverty while Avarachan enjoys wealth, but they eventually reconcile for their children.

Kovai Venkatesan — Nadodikkattu (1987)

Landlord in Nadodikkattu, pushes duo into cow business venture.

G. K. — The King & The Commissioner (2012)

Senior police sergeant managing station logistics and personnel deployment.

Vincent — Aavanazhi (1986)

Corrupt businessman who orchestrates murders and bribes officials to escape justice.

Dr. Kuttappayi — Aniyathipraavu (1997)

One of Mini's three elder brothers who, along with the rest of her family, is highly overprotective of her and initially rejects her relationship with Sudhish.

K. R. G. Menon — Three Men Army (1995)

K. R. G. Menon is Shubha's father. Shubha is Madhukumar's lover, and Madhukumar hopes to marry her; the summary identifies Menon through this family relationship but gives no further actions or involvement in the conflict.

Freddy — Konthayum Poonoolum (2014)

Freddy is an old man who is left unsure whom to turn to after an accident leaves his daughter Alice and his granddaughter in critical condition. His distress over their condition is the central circumstance described in his storyline.

Career Overview

Janardhanan has 340 screen credits in a career dating back to 1969. Their work spans 13 cinematic universes — most prominently The CBI film series with 3 titles. Signature works include Namukku Parkkan, Kanjirappally Kariachan, Janmabhoomi. 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
340
Birth Date
1946-07-24
Birth Place
Vaikom, Kerala, India

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 13 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q6150807), public domain (CC0).