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Unni Mukundan
Active Malayalam film industry
- FromThrissur, Kerala, India
- Based inKerala, India
- Age38 years
- Active2011 – Present
- Updated
Unni Mukundan Biography
Unni Mukundan – Full Information
- Full Name: Unnikrishnan Mukundan Nair
- Birth Name: Unnikrishnan
- Stage Name: Unni Mukundan
- Date of Birth: 22 September 1987
- Age: 38 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Thrissur, Kerala, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Actor, Film Producer, Playback Singer
- Years Active: 2011 – Present
- Industries Worked In: Malayalam cinema (primary), Telugu cinema, Tamil cinema
Family Background
- Father: Madathiparambil Mukundan Nair
- Mother: Roji Mukundan
Education
- Schooling: Pragati Higher Secondary School, Ahmedabad — he was brought up in Ahmedabad, Gujarat
- College: Prajyoti Niketan College, Pudukad, Thrissur
- Qualification: Graduated in English Literature and Journalism
Career highlight
| Year | Movie Name | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Seedan | Acting debut (Tamil film) |
| 2011 | Bombay March 12 | Malayalam debut; won several best-newcomer awards |
| 2012 | Mallu Singh | Breakthrough lead role; ran over 100 days |
| 2014 | Vikramadithyan | Commercial success |
| 2016 | Style | Action thriller |
| 2016 | Janatha Garage | Telugu debut, in a negative role |
| 2017 | Clint | Ramu Kariat Movie Award for Best Actor |
| 2019 | Mikhael | Played the antagonist Marco D’Peter Jr. |
| 2022 | Meppadiyan | Also his debut production; won a National Film Award |
| 2022 | Malikappuram | Critical acclaim and major box-office success |
| 2024 | Garudan | Tamil film, in a negative role |
| 2024 | Marco | Spin-off of his Mikhael character; his first 100-crore film |
Recent Activity
- Marco (2024), which he also produced, became his first 100-crore release
- Released three films in 2025: Get-Set Baby, Mehfil and Mindiyum Paranjum
- Cast as Narendra Damodardas Modi in the Hindi film Maa Vande
- Voiced the Malayalam dub of Prince Adam / He-Man in He-Man and the Masters of the Universe (2026)
- Continues to produce through his banner Unni Mukundan Films, launched on 17 August 2020
- Has appeared in the motor vehicle department’s road-safety campaigns
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 | Achayans | 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 (as 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, Shefeekkinte Santhosham | Won |
| 2023 | South Indian International Movie Awards (11th) | Best Actor in a Negative Role – Telugu | Yashoda | Nominated |
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About Unni Mukundan
Who is 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.
When did Unni Mukundan make his acting debut?
He made his acting debut in 2011 with the Tamil film Seedan. Bombay March 12, released the same year, was his Malayalam debut and won him several best-newcomer awards.
Which film brought Unni Mukundan major recognition?
His breakthrough was Mallu Singh (2012). He gained further recognition for Vikramadithyan, Janatha Garage, Meppadiyan, Malikappuram and Marco.
Has Unni Mukundan won a National Film Award?
Yes. As a producer, he won the National Film Award for Meppadiyan at the 69th National Film Awards.
What type of roles is Unni Mukundan known for?
He is known for action-oriented roles, intense characters, and performances rooted in realism and discipline.
Is Unni Mukundan also a film producer?
Yes. He runs his own production banner and actively produces Malayalam films.
Has Unni Mukundan announced a directorial debut?
No directorial debut by Unni Mukundan has been documented by authoritative sources. He works as an actor, producer and playback singer.
Which languages does Unni Mukundan work in?
He works mainly in Malayalam and has also acted in Telugu and Tamil films.
Is Unni Mukundan involved in philanthropy?
He has appeared in the motor vehicle department's road-safety campaigns.
What are Unni Mukundan’s upcoming projects?
Mindiyum Paranjum released in 2025. He is next set to appear as Narendra Damodardas Modi in the Hindi film Maa Vande.
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