Rajesh Madhavan
A supporting part in Maheshinte Prathikaaram (2016) gave Rajesh Madhavan, born in 1986, his first screen appearance. A year later he was behind the camera as well, as an assistant director on Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum (2017). He acts and directs in Malayalam cinema, and has also worked as a casting director. Thinkalazhcha Nishchayam drew attention to him on two counts, since he was both an actor and the creative director on it. So did his Manaf in Kanakam Kaamini Kalaham (2021). He moved into Tamil cinema in 2026 with Rajinikanth's Jailer 2, appearing in the film's Ala Bolelo sequence from his casting-director days. He also features in Orijinal, the Sreenath Bhasi time-travel thriller that opened in theatres on 23 October 2026.
- Occupation
- Actor
- Debut
- 2016
- Years active
- 2016–present
- Also known as
- രാജേഷ് മാധവൻ
- Films in our database
- 2
Rajesh Madhavan Movies and Filmography
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CELEBRITIESShamna Kasim thanks Nelson for her Ala Bolelo cameo in Rajinikanth's Jailer 2
Credited as Poorna in Tamil and Telugu, she shares the Rajinikanth number with Suraj and Rajesh Madhavan.
CELEBRITIESRajesh Madhavan in Jailer 2's Ala Bolelo: from casting director to Rajinikanth
His partner Deepthi Karat shared set photos and called it way beyond a dream.
MOVIESSreenath Bhasi's Orijinal gets U/A 13+, opens Oct 23, Gulf release Oct 29
Home Screen Entertainment takes the time-travel thriller to Gulf theatres from October 29.
REVIEWSJailer 2 review: Rajinikanth's swagger outruns Nelson's sequel
A sharp, funny first half and a commanding Rajinikanth carry Nelson's sequel past a crowded, by-the-numbers second half. Rating: 3/5.
CELEBRITIESFrom a Karukachal theatre to Jailer 2: Kottayam Nazeer on painting, mimicking and now acting with Rajinikanth
In a release-day note, the actor traces his path from small-town fan to a role in Nelson's sequel.
NEWSJailer 2 in theatres today: Mohanlal as Mathew and Suraj Venjaramoodu as villain lead the film's Malayali cast
Kerala shows began at 6 am, with the film releasing on about 7,000 screens worldwide.
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What was Rajesh Madhavan's first film?
Rajesh Madhavan debuted in 2016.
What is Rajesh Madhavan's latest movie?
Rajesh Madhavan's most recent release is Orijinal (2026).