Vinayakan is an Indian actor, singer and composer known for his roles in South Indian films.
Wiki/Biography
Vinayakan TK was born on Tuesday, December 11, 1990 (age 33; as of 2023) in Thoppil Junction, Edappali, Kerala. His zodiac sign is Sagittarius. He was born into a family with limited financial means. He experienced a childhood where even basic daily necessities were scarce.
appearance
Height (approximately): 5′ 9″
Hair color: black
Eye color: black
family
Parents and siblings
There is not much information about his parents and siblings.
Vinayakan and his mother
wife and children
In 2023, he divorced his wife Babita, a bank clerk. In 2023, he shared the news that he and his wife were divorcing via Facebook Live.
Vinayakan and ex-wife Babita
address
He lives in Thalanganathra House, near Dr. Ambedkar Stadium, Ernakulam, Kochi- 35.
Profession
Vinayakan started his career as a dancer and created a dance team called Black Mercury. They are famous for their fire dancing. He has played interesting supporting roles in several films.
Movie
Malayalam
Vinayakan made his acting debut in the film Maanthrikam (1995), playing the role of Michael Jackson’s con man.
Vinayakan in Malayalam movie ‘Maanthrikam’
He has appeared in many Malayalam films including Stop the Violence (2002), Chathikkatha Chanthu (2004), Chinthamani Kolacase (2006), Thalsamayam Oru Penkutty (2012) , “Aadu – Oru Bheegara Jeevi Aanu” (2015), “Swathandriam Ardharathriyil” (2018), “Panthrandu” (2022).
Vinayakan in the movie Aadu – Oru Bheegara Jeevi Aanu
tamil
He made his debut in the Tamil film industry in 2006, playing the role of Easwari’s partner in the film Thimiru.
Vinayakan in Tamil movie Thimiru
He has also appeared in many Tamil films including Silambatam (2008), Ellam Avan Seyal (2008), Siruthai (2011), Maryan (2013), and Jailer (2023).
Vinayakan in the movie Jailer
Hindi
He made his debut in the Hindi film industry in 2005, playing the role of Shanti Narayan’s henchman in the film James.
Movie “James” poster
telugu
In 2006, he made his debut in the Telugu film industry as Thambu in the film Asadhyududu.
Vinayakan in the movie Asadhyudu
music
singer
He sang songs for the 2008 American comedy film “Role Model” and the 2012 “Mediocre Fame”.
composer
He composed the song “Puzhu Pulikal” for the Malayalam film Kammatipaadam.
dispute
Accused of speaking in an obscene manner to a female activist
In June 2019, Kalpetta police initiated action against Vinayakan after he was accused of using disrespectful and offensive language against a woman activist named Mruduladevi during a phone conversation. The woman claimed he spoke to her in a rude and inappropriate manner when she called to invite him to an event. He was charged under IPC sections 509 (words, gestures or conduct with intent to outrage the modesty of a woman) and 294 (B) (uttering obscene words) and 120 (O) (by repeated, undesirable or anonymous conduct). causing a nuisance to any person). Telephone)Kerala Police Act.
Criticized for talking about the #MeToo movement
In 2022, Vinayakan made controversial remarks at the press conference of the film Oruthee. He mentioned that he didn’t understand the #MeToo movement and jokingly asked if soliciting intimate favors from women was part of it. He also said that if that were the case, he would continue to do so. Additionally, he spoke openly about having physical relationships with 10 women, stressing that he always asked for their consent before anything happened. After receiving criticism from many people, he apologized to reporters on Facebook and said:
Hello everyone. During the “Oruthee” campaign, I used language that was considered derogatory by a journalist (my sister). This was not taken on a personal level at all, and I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused to her by my comments that day. Vinayakan. ”
Charged for disrespecting Congress leader Oommen Chandy
In July 2023, Vinayakan sparked a controversy after posting a video on social media. In the video, he made disrespectful remarks about the funeral of Congress leader Oommen Chandy. He questioned the true identity of Oommen Chandy, saying he did not think he was the noble character that the media portrayed him to be. He also compared him with another late Congress leader K. Karunakaran. Vinayakan also questioned why Chandy’s mourning was widely covered by the media for three days. He said in the video,
Who is Oomman Chandy? Why should we mourn him for three days? Now that he is dead, what should we do? I suggest the media stop reporting on this. He may be a good guy in your eyes, but not in my eyes. You know what he did to Karunakaran, so stop talking and leave. “
After facing intense criticism from the public, Vinayakan deleted the video, but by then it had been widely shared on social media. This has upset many leaders in the Congress party, who were unhappy with his video. A member of the Youth Congress even submitted a formal request to the local authority Ernakulam Assistant Commissioner asking the police to take legal action. Additionally, two complaints were lodged by officials of the District People’s Congress Committee and the Youth Congress. One of the complaints was made to the state police chief. Ernakulam Town North Police arrested him under Section 153 of the Indian Penal Code (Inciting enmity between different groups on account of religion, race, place of birth, residence, language, etc. and committing acts prejudicial to the maintenance of harmony) File a case. Section 297 (Intrusion into a place of worship or grave, disturbing a funeral, with intent to hurt the feelings of others or to insult the religion of any person, or to insult the human corpse) and Section 120 (o) (causing by any means of communication, by being repetitive or unwelcome or Anonymous calls, letters, letters, messages, emails or by messenger causing nuisance to any person) Kerala Police Act. Following the complaint, police received information that the trio went to Vinayakan’s apartment at Stadium Connect Road, but he did not respond and did not open the door.
public disorder and abuse
On October 24, 2023, Vinayakan was arrested by the Ernakulam North police for being in a drunken state, disturbing a public place and abusing the police. He was reportedly summoned to the police station for questioning after a complaint was lodged against him for causing a disturbance at his residence. During the interrogation, Vinayakan reportedly began to abuse the police and was eventually arrested. However, he was later released on bail.
Awards
- 2016: Won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor for the Malayalam film Kammatipaadam
Vinayakan wins Kerala Film Awards 2016
- 2016: Malayalam film Kammatipaadam won the Film Munshi Cine Award for Best Actor
- 2017: Malayalam film Kammatipaadam won the South Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor
Vinayakan poses at South Film Festival awards ceremony
- 2017: The Malayalam film “Kammatipaadam” won the CPC Film Award for Best Actor
Vinayakan poses with CPC Film Awards 2017
- 2018: Won the CPC Film Award for Best Actor for the Malayalam film “Ee.Ma.Yau”.
- 2019: The Malayalam film “Ee.Ma.Yau” won the South Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor.
Political leanings
According to various interviews, he supports the left.
Facts/Trivia
- At the audio launch of his 2023 film Jailor, Rajinikanth revealed that Vinayakan was not initially the first choice for the film. Rajinikanth initially chose Nelson for the role, but while filming the fight scenes, Rajinikanth felt uncomfortable hitting him. As a result, Vinayakan was appointed to succeed Nelson in the role.
- Actor-turned-MLA KB Ganesh Kumar criticized Vinayakan for making negative comments about Congress leader Oommen Chandy. Ganesh Kumar said people like Vinayakan should not be labeled as artists but as people living on the streets and battling drug addiction.
- He is very fond of dogs and often shares photos of them on social media.
Vinayakan poses with his dog
- He often shares photos of himself drinking and smoking on social media.
Vinayakan drinking beer
Vinayakan holding cigarette
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