Ganesh Venkatraman

Ganesh Venkatraman, an Indian actor predominantly active in Tamil and Telugu cinema, garnered early recognition for his role in Radha Mohan’s “Abhiyum Naanum” (2008), a family drama. His portrayal as Trisha’s Punjabi fianc? earned critical acclaim. Subsequently, he appeared in notable projects like “Unnaipol Oruvan” (2009), alongside industry stalwarts Kamal Haasan, Mohanlal, and Venkatesh, and Major Ravi’s war film “Kandahar” (2010), where he played the role of an army general. Before venturing into films, Ganesh began his career with television serials, including the groundbreaking 3D serial “Mayavi.” Despite making his film debut with “The Angrez” (2006), an experimental crossover film, immediate opportunities were scarce. However, his entry into Tamil cinema with “Abhiyum Naanum” marked a significant turning point. In subsequent years, Ganesh balanced his projects between Tamil and Telugu cinema. He took on supporting roles in Sundar C’s “Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru” (2013) and the action film “Ivan Veramathiri” (2013), while also delving into bilingual projects like “Chandra” (2013), directed by Roopa Iyer. Despite some films facing limited theatrical releases, Ganesh’s performance in Mohan Raja’s “Thani Oruvan” (2015) was well-received. However, his later projects, such as “Thodari” (2016) and “Nayaki” (2016), where he portrayed antagonistic roles, received negative reviews and underperformed commercially. Similarly, “Inayathalam” (2017) and “7 Naatkal” (2017) failed to make a mark at the box office. Nevertheless, Ganesh displayed dedication to his craft, undergoing preparation, including spending time with the Chennai cyber-crime division for his role in “Inayathalam.” Looking ahead, Ganesh is set to feature in the supporting cast of “Vanangamudi” as a police officer alongside Aravind Swamy. Additionally, his long-awaited Hindi film, “Guns of Banaras,” is anticipated to hit theaters in late 2017, showcasing his continued commitment to diverse roles across multiple languages.