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Actor

Rahman

Active Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi Film Industry Rating 4.5/5 Fan 9.5/10
  • FromAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Based inKochi, Kerala, India
  • Age56–65
  • Active1983 – Present
  • Updated

Rahman Biography

Rahman (Actor) – Full Information

  • Full Name: Rashin Rahman
  • Stage Name: Rahman
  • Date of Birth: May 23, 1967
  • Age: 58 years (as of 2025)
  • Birthplace: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Hometown: Kochi, Kerala, India
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Religion: Islam

Physical Appearance

  • Height: Approx. 5 feet 10 inches
  • Weight: Around 70 kg
  • Eye Color: Brown
  • Hair Color: Black

Family Background

  • Father: K.M.A. Rahman
  • Mother: Savithri Nair
  • Spouse: Meherunnisa (daughter of actor Kabeer Bedi’s former wife)
  • Children: 2 daughters (Rushda Rahman, Alisha Rahman)

Education

  • Completed schooling in Bangalore
  • Studied at Baldwin Boys’ High School

Career Highlight

Year Film/Project Highlight
1983 Koodevide Debut film; gained instant recognition
1984 Ithiri Poove Chuvannapoove Established as a romantic hero
1985 Kandu Kandarinju Strengthened position in Malayalam cinema
1986 Poomukhappadiyil Ninneyum Kaathu One of his most iconic performances
1989 Pudhu Pudhu Arthangal Breakthrough in Tamil cinema
1993 Athma Popular role in Tamil films
2004 Black Major comeback in Malayalam cinema
2007 Billa (Tamil) Strong supporting role; pan-India recognition
2011 Traffic Critically acclaimed ensemble film
2013 Mumbai Police Notable performance as a senior officer
2013 Singam II Played a key antagonist role
2016 Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru Critically appreciated performance
2019 Virus Part of a highly acclaimed real-life based film
2022 Ponniyin Selvan: I Played Madhurantakan in a big-budget epic
2023 Ponniyin Selvan: II Continued impactful role in sequel
2023 Ganapath (Hindi) Entry into Bollywood projects
2024 Samara Lead role in Malayalam action thriller
2024 1000 Babies (Web Series) Entry into OTT/web series space

Awards List

Year Award Category Award Name Film Result
1984 Kerala State Film Awards Special Jury Mention Kerala State Film Award Koodevide Won
1985 Filmfare Awards South Best Actor (Malayalam) Filmfare Award South Kandu Kandarinju Nominated
1986 Filmfare Awards South Best Actor (Malayalam) Filmfare Award South Poomukhappadiyil Ninneyum Kaathu Nominated
2004 Asianet Film Awards Best Supporting Actor Asianet Film Award Black Won
2011 Asianet Film Awards Special Jury Award Asianet Film Award Traffic Won
2013 SIIMA Awards Best Supporting Actor SIIMA Award Mumbai Police Nominated
2019 Kerala State Film Awards Special Mention Kerala State Film Award Virus Won

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About Rahman

Who is Rahman actor?
Rahman is a popular South Indian actor known for Malayalam and Tamil films.
When did Rahman start his career?
He started his acting career in 1983.
What is Rahman’s most famous movie?
Some of his famous films include Koodevide, Billa, Traffic, and Mumbai Police.
Is Rahman active in films now?
Yes, he is still active in movies and web series.
Which languages does Rahman act in?
He acts in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi films.

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