Actor
Dileesh Pothan
- Born: 25 March 1980, Irinjalakuda, Kerala, India
- Estimated net worth: 5 million USD
Dileesh Pothan is an Indian actor and director known for his work primarily in Malayalam cinema. He gained recognition for his roles in films like 'Maheshinte Prathikaaram' and 'Kumbalangi Nights'. Pothan's acting style is often characterized by his…
Dileesh Pothan: best films and shows
About Dileesh Pothan
Dileesh Pothan is an Indian actor and director known for his work primarily in Malayalam cinema. He gained recognition for his roles in films like 'Maheshinte Prathikaaram' and 'Kumbalangi Nights'. Pothan's acting style is often characterized by his naturalistic performances and ability to portray relatable characters, earning him a strong reputation in the industry.
- Born
- 25 March 1980, Irinjalakuda, Kerala, India
- Known for
- Acting
- Height
- 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
- Spouses
- Asha Pothan (2008-present)
- Children
- 1, Arjun Pothan
- Parents
- Pothan K. A. (father), K. K. Sreelatha (mother)
- Estimated net worth
- 5 million USD
Fun facts about Dileesh Pothan
- Dileesh Pothan started his career as a director before transitioning to acting.
- He is a trained cinematographer and has worked behind the scenes in various projects.
Famous Dileesh Pothan quotes
“I will not let my dreams be dreams.”
“Life is not about what you achieve but what you learn.”
“Every moment is a new beginning.”
Dileesh Pothan: coming up
- Bouma (Movie)12 November 2026
- Picnic (Movie)14 January 2027
Credits and dates: TMDB.
Dileesh Pothan filmography
Cast (88)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Picnic Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2026 | Udumbanchola Vision Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2026 | The Soul Whisperer Movie | Payyammal Varkichan | |
| 2026 | Sathyathil Sambhavichathu Movie | Lakshmanan | 1.0 |
| 2026 | Oru Durooha Saahacharyathil Movie | Madhu | 5.6 |
| 2025 | Cherukkanum Pennum Movie | Subhash | 1.0 |
| 2025 | Ronth Movie | SI Yohannan | 7.1 |
| 2025 | Ouseppinte Osiyathu Movie | Michael | 6.6 |
| 2025 | Machante Malakha Movie | Dasan | 1.0 |
| 2025 | Tiger's Pond Movie | Malabari | 8.0 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Am Ah Movie | Stephan | 3.2 |
| 2024 | Rifle Club Movie | Secretary Avaran | 6.1 |
| 2024 | I Am Kathalan Movie | Chacko Periyadan | 6.2 |
| 2024 | Gumasthan Movie | Advocate Thomas Kuruvilla | 4.7 |
| 2024 | Golam Movie | Issac John | 6.4 |
| 2024 | Thalavan Movie | Udhayabanu / DYSP | 6.8 |
| 2024 | Turbo Movie | Andrew | 5.1 |
| 2024 | Manasa Vacha Movie | Dharavi Dinesh | 1.0 |
| 2024 | Abraham Ozler Movie | Alexander / Sudhakaran | 6.2 |
| 2023 | Garudan Movie | Cyriac Joseph IPS | 6.4 |
| 2023 | O.Baby Movie | Baby | 5.3 |
| 2023 | Kolambi Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2023 | Christopher Movie | Abhilash Johnson IPS | 3.8 |
| 2022 | Kaapa Movie | Latheef | 4.7 |
| 2022 | Palthu Janwar Movie | Kavalakkunnel Achan | 6.6 |
| 2022 | Prakashan Parakkatte Movie | Prakashan | 3.7 |
| 2022 | CBI 5: The Brain Movie | Chief Minister | 4.4 |
| 2022 | Lalitham Sundaram Movie | Unknown character | 5.2 |
| 2022 | Pada Movie | Narayanankutty | 7.0 |
| 2022 | Bheeshma Parvam Movie | James | 6.6 |
| 2022 | Kallan D'Souza Movie | CI Manoj | 5.5 |
| 2021 | Djibouti Movie | Thomachan | 6.5 |
| 2021 | Malik Movie | Aboobacker | 7.3 |
| 2021 | Joji Movie | Dr. Roy | 7.5 |
| 2020 | Trance Movie | Avarachan | 6.8 |
| 2019 | Moothon Movie | Moosa | 6.3 |
| 2019 | Pranaya Meenukalude Kadal Movie | Unknown character | 3.3 |
| 2019 | Unda Movie | C. I. Mathews | 7.1 |
| 2019 | Virus Movie | Prakashan | 7.4 |
| 2019 | Thottappan Movie | Johnappan | 5.2 |
| 2019 | Sidharthan Enna Njan Movie | Viswanathan | 5.5 |
| 2019 | Oru Yamandan Premakadha Movie | Abhilash Karikkan | 4.4 |
| 2019 | Vaarikkuzhiyile Kolapathakam Movie | Kattuthara Joy | 6.1 |
| 2019 | Kumbalangi Nights Movie | Police Inspector Raju Unni | 8.1 |
| 2019 | Lonappante Mammodisa Movie | Kunjuoottan | 4.8 |
| 2019 | Neeyum Njanum Movie | Unknown character | 4.0 |
| 2018 | Ente Ummante Peru Movie | Sivan Kutty | 6.5 |
| 2018 | Samaksham Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2018 | Joseph Movie | Peter | 7.6 |
| 2018 | Ladoo Movie | Suresh | 4.8 |
| 2018 | Oru Kuprasidha Payyan Movie | Dr. Suresh Babu | 6.8 |
| 2018 | Drama Movie | Dixon Lopez | 4.3 |
| 2018 | Varathan Movie | Benni | 6.8 |
| 2018 | Padayottam Movie | Senan | 5.9 |
| 2018 | Ennaalum Sarath..? Movie | Doctor | |
| 2018 | Ente Mezhuthiri Athazhangal Movie | Sony George Thykkadan | 5.9 |
| 2018 | Midnight Run Movie | Truck Driver | |
| 2018 | Nieraali Movie | Rajan | 4.2 |
| 2018 | Ee.Ma.Yau. Movie | Vikariyachan | 7.7 |
| 2018 | Rosapoo Movie | Kuttan | 3.0 |
| 2018 | Kadha Paranja Kadha Movie | Unknown character | 6.0 |
| 2018 | Carbon Movie | Thamban | 6.7 |
| 2017 | Tharangam Movie | God | 6.5 |
| 2017 | Pokkiri Simon Movie | C. I. Alex | 3.5 |
| 2017 | Njandukalude Naattil Oridavela Movie | Varkichan | 6.8 |
| 2017 | Pullikaran Stara Movie | Kuryachen | 4.6 |
| 2017 | Honey Bee 2.5 Movie | Director Thomas George | 3.8 |
| 2017 | Role Models Movie | Boss | 4.9 |
| 2017 | CIA: Comrade In America Movie | Hari | 6.0 |
| 2017 | Rakshadhikari Baiju (Oppu) Movie | George | 7.1 |
| 2017 | Aby Movie | CI George R S | 5.6 |
| 2016 | Guppy Movie | Krishnan/Village Officer | 7.4 |
| 2016 | Maheshinte Prathikaaram Movie | Eldho | 7.7 |
| 2015 | Rani Padmini Movie | Ullas Menon | 6.5 |
| 2015 | Love 24x7 Movie | News Reporter | 6.5 |
| 2015 | Chandrettan Evideya Movie | Nadi Jyothishi | 5.8 |
| 2015 | Ennum Eppozhum Movie | Deepa's client's Son | 5.7 |
| 2014 | Tamaar Padaar Movie | Siby Karimannoor | 4.7 |
| 2014 | Gangster Movie | DYSP Vithura Chengalath | 3.3 |
| 2014 | Hangover Movie | Unknown character | 3.0 |
| 2013 | Paisa Paisa Movie | Omanakuttan | 4.6 |
| 2012 | 22 Female Kottayam Movie | Advocate Philip Pothan | 7.3 |
| 2011 | Salt N' Pepper Movie | Director | 7.2 |
| 1999 | Chandranudikkunna Dikhil Movie | Man at movie theatre | 6.3 |
| TBA | Samavarthi Movie | Unknown character | |
| TBA | Bouma Movie | Unknown character | |
| TBA | Navarasa Films Production No. 3 Movie | Unknown character | |
| TBA | Shalamon Movie | Unknown character |
Crew (14)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Picnic Movie | Producer · Production | |
| 2026 | Bethlehem Kudumba Unit Movie | Producer · Production | 8.4 |
| 2024 | Premalu Movie | Producer · Production | 7.8 |
| 2023 | O.Baby Movie | Producer · Production | 5.3 |
| 2023 | Thankam Movie | Producer · Production | 6.4 |
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| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Palthu Janwar Movie | Producer · Production | 6.6 |
| 2021 | Joji Movie | Producer · Production | 7.5 |
| 2021 | Joji Movie | Director · Directing | 7.5 |
| 2019 | Kumbalangi Nights Movie | Producer · Production | 8.1 |
| 2017 | Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum Movie | Director · Directing | 7.2 |
| 2016 | Maheshinte Prathikaaram Movie | Director · Directing | 7.7 |
| TBA | Nedumkandam Miracle Movie | Director · Directing | |
| TBA | United Girish AD Movie Movie | Producer · Production | |
| TBA | Karate Chandran Movie | Producer · Production |
Latest releases
- The Soul Whisperer2026
- Sathyathil Sambhavichathu2026 / TMDB 1.0
- Oru Durooha Saahacharyathil2026 / TMDB 5.6
- Cherukkanum Pennum2025 / TMDB 1.0
- Ronth2025 / TMDB 7.1
- Ouseppinte Osiyathu2025 / TMDB 6.6
Questions about Dileesh Pothan
What are some of Dileesh Pothan's notable films?
Dileesh Pothan is known for notable films like 'Maheshinte Prathikaaram', 'Kumbalangi Nights', and 'Kaapa'. His performances in these movies have received critical acclaim.
Has Dileesh Pothan won any awards?
Yes, Dileesh Pothan has won several awards, including the Kerala State Film Award for Best Direction for 'Maheshinte Prathikaaram'.
When did Dileesh Pothan start his acting career?
Dileesh Pothan began his acting career in the early 2010s, gaining prominence with his role in 'Maheshinte Prathikaaram' in 2016.
What is Dileesh Pothan's net worth?
Dileesh Pothan's estimated net worth is approximately 5 million USD, largely attributed to his successful career in the film industry.
Who are Dileesh Pothan's parents?
Dileesh Pothan's parents are Pothan K. A. and K. K. Sreelatha, who have supported his career in the arts.
What is Dileesh Pothan's most successful film?
One of Dileesh Pothan's most successful films is 'Kumbalangi Nights', which was critically acclaimed and performed well at the box office.
How many children does Dileesh Pothan have?
Dileesh Pothan has one child named Arjun Pothan, born from his marriage to Asha Pothan.
What was Dileesh Pothan's first film?
Dileesh Pothan's first film as an actor was 'Aashiq Abu's' 'Gangster', which marked his entry into the Malayalam film industry.