Binu Padmadalakshan, better known by his stage name Binu Pappu is an Indian actor, and assistant director, who works in Malayalam films. He is notably known for his roles in the films, Helen (2019), One (2021), Operation Java (2021)[1] and Bheemante Vazhi (2021). He has also worked as an assistant director for the films Guppy (2016), Mayaanadhi (2017), Virus (2019), One (2021), Naradan (2022), and Thallumaala (2022).
Early life and education
Binu Pappu was born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. He is the son of veteran actor Kuthiravattam Pappu, who passed away in 2000.[2][3] He pursued a BA in History at the Zamorin's Guruvayurappan College. He is married to Ashita Alex.[4]
Career
His first role was in the 2014 film Gunda, directed by Salim Baba, where he was cast alongside Kalabhavan Mani and Tini Tom. He then worked with director Aashiq Abu in two of his films, Gangster (2014) and Rani Padmini (2015). His role as Joy Pulimoottil in the crime-thriller Operation Java (2021) was appreciated.[1][5]
In addition to working as an actor, he has also worked an assistant director for Aashiq Abu for the films Mayaandi, Virus (2019), Naradan (2022), and Thallumaala (2022), in addition to other films such as Ambili (2019), Halal Love Story (2020) and One (2021).
Filmography
As actor
| † | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
- All films are in Malayalam language unless otherwise noted.
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Gunda | Christy | |
| Gangster | Sourav | ||
| 2015 | Rani Padmini | Kareem | |
| 2016 | Puthan Panam | Ajayan | |
| 2017 | Sakhavu | Prabhakaran Eeraali | |
| 2018 | Kala Viplavam Pranayam | Cirlce Inspector | |
| Parole | Forest Officer | ||
| 2019 | Lucifer | Jail Warden Mathew | |
| Virus | Dr. Sudevan | ||
| Ambili | Ganapathy | ||
| Roudram 2018 | Taxi Driver | ||
| Helen | Ravi Prakash | ||
| 2020 | Halal Love Story | Abukka's Friend at tile factory | |
| 2021 | Operation Java | Joy Pulimoottil | [5] |
| Ice Orathi | Madhu | ||
| One | CM's Gunman Ashokan | ||
| Kachi | Criyac | ||
| Ennivar | Nishad | ||
| Kaanekkaane | C I Of Police | ||
| Bheemante Vazhi | Krishna Das | [6] | |
| 2022 | Salute | S.I. Pramod Peter | |
| Thallumaala | Kalappurakkal David | Also playback singer | |
| Antakshari | Jayachandran | ||
| Solamante Theneechakal | Public Prosecutor Stephen Philip | ||
| Sundari Gardens | Dr.Mahi Mohan | ||
| Chattambi | Baby | ||
| Saudi Vellakka | Britto Vincent | ||
| 2023 | Jackson Bazaar Youth | SP George Simon IPS | |
| Higuita | Raghu | [7] | |
| Ayalvaashi | Benny | [8] | |
| Kadina Kadoramee Andakadaham | Rashid | [9] | |
| Nalla Nilavulla Rathri | Joshi | [10] | |
| Journey of Love 18+ | Rajesh | [11] | |
| Kunjamminis Hospital | Fabi Manjooran | ||
| 2024 | Hunt | [12] | |
| Nunakkuzhi | Producer Sajan Chamakala | [13] | |
| 2025 | Bromance | SI Tony Francis | [14] |
| Thudarum † | TBA | [15] | |
| Musasi † | TBA | [16] |
Other crew positions
| Year | Title | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Guppy | Assistant director | |
| 2017 | Mayanadi | Assistant director | |
| 2019 | Ambili | Assistant director | |
| Virus | Assistant director | ||
| 2020 | Halal Love Story | Assistant director | |
| 2021 | One | Associate director | |
| 2022 | Naaradan | Associate director | |
| Thallumaala | Associate director | ||
| Puzhu | Associate director | ||
| Saudi Vellakka | Associate director | [17] |
References
- ^ a b M, Athira (26 May 2021). "How 'Operation Java' helped Binu Pappu make his mark in Malayalam cinema". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 21 February 2025.
- ^ "Binu Pappu shares father Kuthiravattam Pappu's character poster for 'Manichitrathazhu' re-release". The Times of India. 7 August 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 21 February 2025.
- ^ "Binu Pappu pens heart touching note about father on his death anniversary". English.Mathrubhumi. 27 February 2023. Retrieved 21 February 2025.
- ^ "Binu Pappu pens a romantic note for his wife on their wedding anniversary". The Times of India. 9 February 2022. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 21 February 2025.
- ^ a b "Operation Java: An engaging cybercrime thriller". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 21 February 2025.
- ^ Shrijith, Sajin (4 December 2021). "Bheemante Vazhi movie review: Lighthearted drama elevated by some clever moments". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 21 February 2025.
- ^ "Months after controversy over title, Malayalam film Higuita gets release date". The News Minute. 15 March 2023. Retrieved 15 March 2023.
- ^ "Soubin Shahir's Ayalvaashi gets a release date". Cinema Express. 21 February 2023. Retrieved 15 March 2023.
- ^ "Kadina Kadoramee Andakadaham trailer is out". Cinema Express. 19 April 2023. Retrieved 21 April 2023.
- ^ "'Nalla Nilavulla Rathri' movie review: Murphy Devassy's directorial debut fails to live up to its interesting premise". The Hindu. 30 June 2023. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 23 July 2023.
- ^ Ramachandran, Arjun (7 July 2023). "18 Plus review: Director Arun D Jose's rom-com criticises casteism in Kerala". The South First. Retrieved 8 July 2023.
- ^ Features, C. E. (15 July 2024). "Bhavana-Shaji Kailas film Hunt gets a release date". Cinema Express. Retrieved 17 July 2024.
- ^ Praveen, S. R. (15 August 2024). "'Nunakuzhi' movie review: Jeethu Joseph's comic caper is a briskly paced fun ride". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 21 February 2025.
- ^ "Mathew Thomas - Arjun Ashokan Starrer 'Bromance' Starts Rolling". The Times Of India. 24 July 2024. Retrieved 27 July 2024.
- ^ Santhosh, Vivek (8 November 2024). "Mohanlal and Tharun Moorthy's film titled Thudarum, first look out". Cinema Express. Retrieved 21 February 2025.
- ^ Features, C. E. (29 March 2024). "Prabhudeva's Musasi prevue is here". Cinema Express. Retrieved 20 April 2024.
- ^ Features, C. E. (14 September 2021). "Tharun Moorthy's next titled Saudi Vellakka". Cinema Express. Retrieved 21 February 2025.
External links
- Binu Pappu at IMDb
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