Actor
Unni Mukundan
Based In
Kerala, India
Origin
Thrissur, Kerala, India
Years Active
2011 – Present
Unni Mukundan Biography
Unni Mukundan – Full Information
- Full Name: Unni Mukundan Nair
- Stage Name: Unni Mukundan
- Date of Birth: 24 September 1987
- Age: 37 years
- Birthplace: Thrissur, Kerala, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Actor, Film Producer, Model
- Years Active: 2011 – Present
- Industries Worked In: Malayalam cinema, Telugu cinema, Tamil cinema
Physical Appearance
- Height: 6 feet 2 inches (approx.)
- Weight: Around 80 kg
- Eye Colour: Dark Brown
- Hair Colour: Black
- Build: Athletic
Family Background
- Father: Mukundan Nair
- Mother: Bindhu Mukundan
- Siblings: One younger brother
- Marital Status: Unmarried
Education
- Schooling: Kerala
- College: Prajyoti Niketan College, Thrissur
- Qualification: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Career highlight
| Year | Movie Name |
|---|---|
| 2011 | Seedan |
| 2012 | Mall Singham |
| 2014 | Vikramadithyan |
| 2016 | Style |
| 2017 | Jai Lava Kusa |
| 2019 | Mikhael |
| 2022 | Meppadiyan |
| 2022 | Malikappuram |
| 2024 | Marco |
Recent Activity
- Signed a big-budget action film directed by veteran filmmaker Joshiy
- Announced his directorial debut, planned in the superhero genre
- Celebrated the massive commercial and critical success of his film Marco
- Preparing for upcoming film releases, including Mindiyum Paranjum
- Faced legal issues after receiving summons in an alleged assault case
- Publicly addressed and responded to the allegations
- Stepped down from an association leadership role
- Continued philanthropic efforts, earning public appreciation
- Remained active in media discussions despite ongoing controversies
Awards List
| Year | Award Name | Category | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Asianet Film Awards | Best New Face of the Year | Bombay March 12 | Won |
| 2011 | Asiavision Movie Awards | Best Promising Newcomer | Bombay March 12 | Won |
| 2011 | Vanitha Film Awards | Best New Face | Bombay March 12 | Won |
| 2011 | Jaihind TV Film Awards | Best Newcomer of the Year | Bombay March 12 | Won |
| 2011 | Amrita TV Film Awards | Best Debut Actor | Bombay March 12 | Won |
| 2011 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Debut Actor – Malayalam | Bombay March 12 | Won |
| 2013 | Pravasi Express Awards | Youth Icon | Mallu Singh | Won |
| 2017 | Anand TV Awards (UK) | Youth Icon | Achayans | Won |
| 2017 | Red FM Malayalam Music Awards | Best Star Singer | Various Films | Won |
| 2017 | Ramu Kariat Movie Awards | Best Actor | Clint | Won |
| 2019 | Creative Film Awards | Best Actor in a Negative Role | Mikhael | Won |
| 2020 | Ramu Kariat Awards | Best Second Actor | Mamankam | Won |
| 2020 | Asianet Film Awards | Youth Icon | Mamankam, Mikhael | Won |
| 2021 | National Film Awards (69th) | Best Film of a Debut Director (Producer) | Meppadiyan | Won |
| 2022 | JC Daniel Foundation Awards (13th) | Best Actor – Jury Award | Meppadiyan | Won |
| 2022 | Adoor NRI Forum – Adoor Bhasi Puraskaram | Best Actor | Meppadiyan | Won |
| 2022 | Ramu Kariat Movie Awards | Best Actor | Meppadiyan, Shefeekinte Santhosham | Won |
| 2023 | South Indian International Movie Awards (11th) | Best Actor in a Negative Role – Telugu | Yashoda | Nominated |
About Unni Mukundan
Unni Mukundan is an Indian actor and film producer who primarily works in the Malayalam film industry, with appearances in Telugu and Tamil cinema.
He made his acting debut in 2011 with the Malayalam film Bombay March 12.
He gained major recognition for films such as Vikramadithyan, Meppadiyan, Malikappuram, and Marco.
Yes. As a producer, he won the National Film Award for Meppadiyan at the 69th National Film Awards.
He is known for action-oriented roles, intense characters, and performances rooted in realism and discipline.
Yes. He runs his own production banner and actively produces Malayalam films.
Yes. He has announced plans for his directorial debut in the superhero genre.
He works mainly in Malayalam and has also acted in Telugu and Tamil films.
Yes. He has been associated with various philanthropic and social initiatives alongside his film career.
His upcoming projects include Mindiyum Paranjum and other announced films currently in development.