Mahat Raghavendra is an Indian actor who works across Tamil, Telugu and Hindi cinema. He is best known for his supporting roles in the heist thriller film, Mankatha (2011), the action drama, Jilla (2014) and As lead in the Double XL (2022)[1][2]
Mahat Raghavendra | |
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| Born | 18 February 1987 |
| Alma mater | Hindustan College of Arts & Science, Padur |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 1 |
Career edit
After finishing a degree at Hindustan College of Arts and Science, Raghavendra pursued a career in films. Prior to his first full-fledged acting role, Raghavendra was seen as a background artiste in Vallavan (2006) and Kaalai (2008), two films starring his childhood friend, Silambarasan.[3] He was initially set to make his debut in a Tamil remake of the successful Telugu film, Ullasamga Utsahamga (2008). But unfortunately the venture was dropped.[4] Raghavendra was signed to portray a role in Venkat Prabhu's action thriller Mankatha (2011) which featured an ensemble cast including Ajith Kumar, Arjun and Vaibhav. Raghavendra appeared as a Dharavi bar owner and the film opened to critical and commercial acclaim in August 2011.[5] For his performance in the film, Raghavendra was recognised as the year's Best Male Debut Actor from the Edison Awards committee.[4]
Raghavendra played his first lead role in the Telugu film, Backbench Student (2013), where he appeared alongside Piaa Bajpai and Archana Kavi. He was cast in the film after the makers were impressed after seeing an interview of the actor during his promotions for Mankatha.[6][7][8] He then featured in the fantasy comedy Bunny n Cherry (2013) alongside Prince Cecil.[9] Raghavendra made a return to Tamil films with Jilla (2013), starring alongside Mohanlal and Vijay, in a supporting role.[10] Raghavendra continued to star in small budget ventures including Ladies & Gentlemen (2015) and Run (2016), where he made a guest appearance.[11] Mahat featured in Simbu, Megha Akash Starrer Vantha Rajavathaan Varuven Tamil Movie, which was released in February 2019.
Aatla Arjun Reddy directorial Cycle, a Telugu Movie, was released in January 2021 featuring Mahat and Punarnavi. Currently, he is shooting for his portions in 3 Tamil Movies namely Kettavanu Per Edutha Nallavanda, Ivan Than Uthaman, and Kaadhal Conditions Apply.
A light-hearted, breezy romantic drama is in the making, which will have Mahat and Sana.[12] Kadhal Conditions Apply is directed by debutant Arvind R.
Personal life edit
Mahat completed his schooling from Zion Matriculation School, Kodaikanal. He went on to graduate from Hindustan College of Arts & Science, Padur. Mahat's father Venkata Suryanarayana is a chemical engineer. His mother Umadevi Garimella is an ex-employee of the prestigious Commonwealth of Nations. She holds a master's degree in Biochemistry. He has an elder sister, Renu.
Mahat began dating actress, model Prachi Mishra,[13] a former Miss India 2012 , in 2017. The pair became engaged in April 2019.[14] Raghavendra married Prachi Mishra on 1 February 2020.[15] Their son Adiyaman Raghavendra was born on 7 June 2021.
Filmography edit
Films edit
| Year | Movie | Role | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Vallavan | Vallavan's friend | Tamil | Uncredited role |
| 2007 | Kaalai | Jeeva's friend | Tamil | Uncredited role |
| 2011 | Mankatha | Mahat | Tamil | |
| 2013 | Backbench Student | Karthik | Telugu | |
| Bunny n Cherry | Charan (Cherry) | Telugu | ||
| Biriyani | Himself | Tamil | Cameo appearance | |
| 2014 | Jilla | Vignesh | Tamil | |
| Vadacurry | Himself | Tamil | Cameo appearance | |
| 2015 | Ladies & Gentlemen | Vijay | Telugu | |
| 2016 | Run | Manik | Telugu | Guest appearance |
| Chennai 600028 II | Oor Kaavalan | Tamil | ||
| 2017 | Anbanavan Asaradhavan Adangadhavan | Sabi | Tamil | |
| 2019 | Vantha Rajavathaan Varuven | Rohit | Tamil | |
| 2021 | Cycle | Vankayalu | Telugu | |
| Maanaadu | Traffic Police | Tamil | Cameo appearance | |
| 2022 | Maha | Vikram | Tamil | Cameo appearance[16] |
| Double XL | Srikanth Sreevardhan | Hindi | ||
| 2023 | Maruthi Nagar Police Station | Jaishankar | Tamil | |
| Kadhal Conditions Apply | Tamil | |||
| Ivan Than Uthaman | Siddharth | Tamil | ||
| TBA | Kettavanu Peruyedhutha Nalavanda | Tamil |
Television edit
- Bigg Boss 2 - Contestant - Evicted Day 70 (2018)
- Unlimit (2018)
- Dancing Superstars (2019)
- Bigg Boss 3 - Guest (2019)
- Bigg Boss 4 - Guest (2020)
- Bigg Boss (Hindi season 16) - Guest (2022)
Web series edit
| Year | Title | Role | Platform | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Madras Meter Show | Guest | ZEE5 | Episode 6[17] |
| 2022 | EMOJI | Aadhav | aha[18][19] |
Awards edit
- 2012: Edison Award for Best Debut Actor – Mankatha[20]
- Iconic Gold Award for Best Debut Actor- Double XL https://twitter.com/IconicGoldAward/status/1638883278542479445
References edit
- ^ "Mahat Raghavendra on Double XL: 'I was given equal dialogues in Tamil and Hindi'". Moneycontrol. 5 November 2022. Retrieved 1 August 2023.
- ^ "Proud to be part of a film like 'Double XL', says Tamil actor Mahat Raghavendra". The Economic Times. 11 October 2022. ISSN 0013-0389. Retrieved 1 August 2023.
- ^ "Simbu inspired me to get into movies: Mahat". The Times of India.
- ^ a b "I'm not friends with Manoj: Mahat Raghavendra". The Times of India.
- ^ "Mahat Raghavendra, actor". The New Indian Express.
- ^ Dundoo, Sangeetha Devi (13 March 2013). "Going solo". The Hindu – via www.thehindu.com.
- ^ "'Back Bench Student is a love story'". Rediff.
- ^ "'I could relate to Back Bench Student'". Rediff.
- ^ "Review : Buny n Cherry – Damp Squib". 15 December 2013.
- ^ "Vijay's brother in Jilla has a Mankatha connect, Jilla, Mankatha". www.behindwoods.com.
- ^ "Mankatha fame Raghavendra will be doing a cameo in Neram Telugu remake". Behindwoods. 21 January 2016.
- ^ "Mahat's Conditions Apply". Times Of India. 28 April 2021.
- ^ "Bigg Boss Tamil 2: Mahat Raghavendra reunites with his girl friend Prachi Mishra". The Times of India. 31 August 2018.
- ^ "Mahat of Tamil 'Bigg Boss 2' fame gets engaged to girlfriend Prachi Mishra". The News Minute. 18 April 2019. Retrieved 1 October 2019.
- ^ "Raghavendra Raghavendra ties the knot with Prachi Mishra on 1-FEB-2020". TheHindu. 1 February 2020.
- ^ Maha - Official Trailer | Silambarasan | Hansika | Srikanth| U.R.Jameel | Star Music, retrieved 14 July 2022
- ^ "Episode 6 - Mahat Raghavendra and Yashika Aannand's tell-all interview!". Zee5.com. 1 September 2019. Retrieved 17 December 2020.
- ^ "Emoji (TV Series 2022) - IMDb". IMDb.
- ^ "Emoji review: An awkward attempt at portraying modern romance". Cinema Express.
- ^ "Vijay and Richa win big at Edison awards". Behindwoods. Retrieved 13 February 2012.