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Pasupathy (born 18 May 1969) is an Indian actor. He appeared in critically acclaimed roles in many noted films in Tamil cinema, playing supporting, antagonistic, comedic as well as protagonistic roles. He has won a Tamil Nadu State Film Award and Two Filmfare Awards South.
Key Information
His performance in E (2006) earned him a Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor and a Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Villain. He also won an ITFA Best Supporting Actor Award for his role in Kuselan (2008). He has also appeared in Malayalam, Telugu, and Kannada films.
Early life
[edit]Pasupathy Ramasamy was born on 18 May 1969,[1] to Ramasamy Aarsuthiyaar at Vannandurai, a southern neighbourhood Chennai, India in a Kallar (Thevar) family. In 1984, he joined the Chennai-based theatre group "Koothu-P-Pattarai" where he was there till 1997.[2] He studied and grew up there till he started to act in films. He became friends with actor Nassar who was in the film institute and later joined the Koothu-P-Pattarai. Thirumangalakottai in Thanjavur, a village from which their family originates.[3]
Career
[edit]Pasupathy started his career as a radio jockey and a newsreader. He also acted in many television serials before entering the film industry. Pasupathy made his debut with House Full in 1999. This was a Tamil action thriller directed by R. Parthiban. In this film he played the role of a corrupt cop.[4]
When he was working in Marudhanayagam, Nassar asked him whether he was interested in films. Pasupathy was then introduced to Kamal Haasan and he was given the villain role in Marudhanayagam. Pasupathy stated "That was the first time I was before the camera".[2] Marudhanayagam was shelved and Nasser's Mayan which he was also part of was his first release.[2]
Pasupathy plays an LTTE commander in Mani Ratnam directorial Kannathil Muthamittal (2002). He got his first major recognised role in Virumaandi (2004).[5] He later began appearing in negative roles in a number of films such as Sullan (2004), Madhurey (2004) and Thirupaachi (2005). He later branched out into comedy with Mumbai Xpress (2005) and Majaa (2005). His first lead role was in the National Film Award winning film Veyyil (2006).
Pasupathy has indeed made an impression in Malayalam with his earlier roles in films like Big B (2007) and Vairam: Fight For Justice (2009). After a break he returns to Mollywood playing the lead for the movie No. 66 Madhura Bus (2012).[6]
He further played lead roles in Raman Thediya Seethai (2008), in which he appeared as a blind radio jockey, and Kuselan in which he was seen as a village barber. In Aravaan (2012), a period-based action drama, he played Kombhoodhi, the warrior head of a village in the 18th century, for which he had trained at the gym for six months.[7] He appeared in different roles in many hit films. His performances in supporting characters, mostly as an antagonist, were appreciated most of the time by the audiences.
He acted in an independent English film called The Last Vision (2012), made by youngsters from Kerala for festivals.[7] His role in the 2013 Tamil film Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara won critical accolades. In 2014, Pasupathy played Aditya Karikalan in a theatrical adaptation of Ponniyin Selvan.[8] He playing the role of a lawyer in the bilingual psychological thriller Ma Chu Ka (2017).[9] He has joined Vetrimaaran’s Asuran in 2019.[10]
In the sports action film Sarpatta Parambarai (2021), Pasupathy takes on the role of Rangan, a boxing instructor who runs a clan. Pasupathy's character is a seasoned coach and a former boxer who mentors the protagonist. Pasupathy's portrayal received praise for the authenticity and depth, he brought to the character.[11] He acted in the lead role as constable in the comedy drama Thandatti (2023).[12] He was cast in the supporting role in Pa. Ranjith's Thangalaan (2024).[13] Pasupathy plays Veeran in the Telegu epic science fiction Kalki 2898 AD (2024).[14]
Filmography
[edit]Tamil films
[edit]| † | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
Other language films
[edit]| Year | Film | Role | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Veede | Swarnakka's younger brother | Telugu | |
| 2004 | Nenunnanu | JP's Henchman | ||
| 2005 | Sye | Inspector Mosale | Kannada | |
| 2007 | Big B | Balaji Sakthivel | Malayalam | |
| 2009 | Vairam: Fight For Justice | Sivarajan | ||
| 2012 | Outsider | Komban Lawrence | ||
| No. 66 Madhura Bus | Varadarajan | |||
| The Last Vision | English | |||
| 2014 | Anaamika | Ajmad Ali Khan | Telugu | |
| 2016 | Malupu | Kasimedu Deva | ||
| Oozham | Captain | Malayalam | ||
| 2017 | Ma Chu Ka | Arivazhakan | Bilingual film | |
| 2018 | Kinar | Shakthivel | ||
| 2021 | Raja Vikramarka | Guru Narayan | Telugu | |
| 2024 | Kalki 2898 AD | Veeran |
Theatre
[edit]| Year | Film | Role | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Ponniyin Selvan | Aditya Karikalan | Tamil |
Streaming television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role(s) | Language | OTT Platform | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | November Story | Kulandhai Yesu | Tamil | Disney+ Hotstar | Debut Web Series | [18] [19] [20] |
| 2023 | Dhootha | Konidela Sathya Murthy | Telugu | Amazon Prime Video | [21] | |
| 2024 | Bujji and Bhairava | Veeran | Telugu | Amazon Prime Video | [22] |
References
[edit]- ^ News18 (18 May 2022). "Happy Birthday Pasupathy: A look At Versatile Actor's Popular Movies". Archived from the original on 29 October 2023. Retrieved 29 October 2023.
{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ a b c "I want challenges in life too: Actor Pasupathy". Thehindu.com. 29 December 2006. Archived from the original on 13 December 2019. Retrieved 25 July 2018.
- ^ "Pasupathy opens up on life, living and acting". 4 August 2021.
- ^ "Happy Birthday Pasupathy: A look At Versatile Actor's Popular Movies".
- ^ "The 'Virumaandi' villain makes a mark". The Hindu. 7 May 2004. Archived from the original on 11 June 2014. Retrieved 25 July 2018.
- ^ "Pasupathy back with 'No 66.Madhura Bus'". 19 November 2011.
- ^ a b Kamath, Sudhish (9 October 2011). "Enter the warrior". Thehindu.com. Archived from the original on 11 October 2020. Retrieved 25 July 2018.
- ^ Santhanam, Kausalya (12 June 2014). "Team work at its best". Thehindu.com. Archived from the original on 16 June 2014. Retrieved 25 July 2018.
- ^ "'Ma Chu Ka' to release on June 9". The Times of India. 7 June 2017.
- ^ "Is Pasupathy a control freak in Asuran?". The Times of India. 19 February 2019.
- ^ "Birthday special: Must-watch movies of actor Pasupathy". The Times of India. 18 May 2024.
- ^ "Thandatti review: Director Ram Sangaiah's film is rooted in reality". 22 June 2023.
- ^ "'Thangalaan' transition sequence is a standout moment in the film!; confirms the makers". The Times of India. 23 July 2024.
- ^ "Pasupathy poster from Kalki 2898 AD out". Cinema Express. 22 June 2024.
- ^ http://forum.indya.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=30492&d=1242813200[permanent dead link]
- ^ "Actor Pasupathi on board Dhanush's 'Asuran'". The News Minute. 18 February 2019. Archived from the original on 29 October 2023. Retrieved 29 October 2023.
- ^ "Thandatti gets a release date". Cinema Express. 25 May 2023. Archived from the original on 25 May 2023. Retrieved 18 June 2023.
- ^ "Tamannaah shares glimpse of recent photoshoot after recovering from COVID-19". The News Minute. 4 November 2020. Archived from the original on 4 November 2020. Retrieved 8 November 2020.
- ^ Bhatia, Tamannaah (30 November 2019). "Wrapped up the first schedule of The November's Story, my maiden Tamil web series, eagerly looking forward to the next schedule curated by a young passionate talented lot 💃💃💃 Produced by @anandavikatan for @hotstar Directed by @ram_1825 #Ramsubramanian Director of photography @vidhu.ig #vidhuayyanna Hair @tinamukharjee Makeup @nikki_rajani Costume @nishkalulla". Instagram. Archived from the original on 24 December 2021. Retrieved 30 November 2019.
- ^ "November Story Teaser". YouTube. 22 October 2020. Archived from the original on 21 December 2021. Retrieved 22 October 2020.
- ^ "Dhootha review: Vikram K Kumar plays to his strengths in Naga Chaitanya's web debut". Hindustan Times. December 2023.
- ^ "Bujji & Bhairava Review". 1 June 2024.
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Biography
Early life
Pasupathy was born on 18 May 1969 in Maduravoyal, a suburb of Madras (now Chennai), Tamil Nadu, India.[1] He grew up in Chennai, immersed in the city's vibrant cultural environment, which included traditional performing arts. At the age of 15, in 1984, Pasupathy joined the Koothu-P-Pattarai theatre group, an avant-garde ensemble founded by Na. Muthuswamy that integrated folk forms such as Therukoothu with modern dramatic techniques.[2][8] His early years with Koothu-P-Pattarai provided intensive training in acting, voice modulation, and physical expression, fostering a deep connection to Tamil Nadu's theatrical heritage and igniting his passion for the performing arts.[2]Personal life
Pasupathy is married to Surya, an architect unaffiliated with the entertainment industry. The couple maintains a low-profile family life, with Pasupathy shielding details about their daughter from public scrutiny.[9][10] The family resides in Periyapalayam, in Thiruvallur district outside Chennai, where they tend to a farm and Surya designed an eco-friendly home inspired by architect Laurie Baker's principles to promote sustainable living. Pasupathy embraces a simple lifestyle, prioritizing privacy and avoiding media exposure.[9] Beyond acting, Pasupathy nurtures interests in farming and traditional Tamil arts, often spending time on his land and drawing from his theatre roots to engage personally with cultural practices.[9][11]Career
Theatre career
Pasupathy's entry into the performing arts occurred in 1984 when he joined the Chennai-based theatre troupe Koothu-P-Pattarai, founded by Na. Muthuswamy, where he underwent rigorous training and remained active until 1997.[2][8] This period marked the core of his theatrical development, as the group specialized in adapting traditional Tamil folk forms like theru koothu into contemporary productions, fostering a unique style that integrated physical rigor with narrative depth.[12][13] His early stage performances emerged soon after joining, contributing to the troupe's ensemble works that drew from folk traditions and emphasized expressive body movements over dialogue-heavy scenes. By the mid-1990s, Pasupathy had taken on more prominent roles in these folk-inspired plays, honing skills in improvisation and ensemble dynamics central to Koothu-P-Pattarai's methodology.[14] The troupe's collaborations during this era, including workshops and stagings up to 2000, allowed him to explore diverse characters rooted in rural Tamil idioms and physical storytelling.[8] The theatre experience significantly shaped Pasupathy's approach to acting, prioritizing physicality—such as gesture and posture—to convey emotion, alongside authentic dialects that reflected regional nuances. This foundation in body-centric, folk-derived techniques instilled a disciplined versatility, enabling immersive character portrayals that distinguished his later contributions.[2][13]Film career
Pasupathy made his acting debut in cinema with a minor uncredited role as a corrupt cop in the 1999 Tamil action thriller Housefull, directed by R. Parthiban.[3] In the early 2000s, he appeared in supporting capacities in several films, including the critically acclaimed war drama Kannathil Muthamittal (2002) and the Telugu action film Veede (2003), gradually building his presence through nuanced portrayals.[15] His breakthrough arrived in 2004 with the role of Kothaala Thevar in Kamal Haasan's Virumaandi, a gritty action drama where he depicted a vengeful rural antagonist with raw intensity, earning widespread recognition for elevating the film's exploration of caste conflicts and revenge.[16] This performance paved the way for more prominent antagonistic parts, notably as the menacing Nellai Mani in the 2006 romantic thriller E, directed by Jepitha, for which he received the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor – Tamil and the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Villain.[17] The same year marked his first lead role in Vasanthabalan's rural family drama Veyil, portraying the emotionally turbulent Murugesan in a story of brotherhood and loss; his authentic depiction of rural life contributed to the film's critical success and its National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Tamil.[18] In the 2010s, Pasupathy diversified his repertoire, embracing physically demanding and multifaceted characters that highlighted his versatility across genres. He played the tribal warrior leader Komboodhi in the period action film Aravaan (2012), undergoing extensive training to embody the role's historical authenticity in a tale of rebellion and sacrifice.[16] His collaboration with director Vetrimaaran in the 2019 rural revenge drama Asuran saw him as Mama, a steadfast ally providing emotional grounding amid escalating violence, underscoring his affinity for grounded, socially reflective narratives.[2] Pasupathy's recent work has reinforced his reputation for immersive, non-stereotypical performances. In Pa. Ranjith's 2021 sports drama Sarpatta Parambarai, set in 1970s Chennai, he portrayed Rangan Vaathiyar, a shrewd boxing coach leading a rival clan, delivering a layered performance that blended mentorship, rivalry, and cultural nuance to critical acclaim.[19] He followed this with the role of Veeran in Nag Ashwin's ambitious sci-fi epic Kalki 2898 AD (2024), contributing to the film's dystopian mythology through a character rooted in mythological undertones. In 2024, he appeared as Gengupattar, a tribesman in Pa. Ranjith's historical drama Thangalaan, exploring themes of colonialism and spirituality. His 2025 role as the protagonist's father in Mari Selvaraj's sports drama Bison Kaalamaadan further highlighted his emotional depth in a story of familial bonds and athletic ambition. Throughout his career, Pasupathy has gravitated toward character-driven stories that prioritize depth over mass appeal, often opting for roles that challenge conventions and collaborate with auteurs like Vetrimaaran to portray the complexities of Tamil societal undercurrents.[2]Television and web series
Pasupathy began his acting career with television appearances in the 1990s, primarily as a supporting actor in Tamil serials on Doordarshan, where he first gained recognition through the popular serial Vizhutugal.[17] These early roles allowed him to hone his craft in serialized storytelling, focusing on character-driven narratives typical of the era's Tamil television landscape.[17] His transition to streaming platforms marked a significant phase in the 2020s, beginning with the 2021 Tamil-Telugu-Hindi web series November Story on Disney+ Hotstar, where he portrayed Yesu, a key figure in a gripping murder mystery centered on a novelist with Alzheimer's.[20] Pasupathy's performance as the enigmatic Yesu added depth to the thriller's exploration of hidden truths and family secrets, earning praise for anchoring the narrative alongside Tamannaah Bhatia.[21] In 2023, Pasupathy debuted in a major Telugu supernatural thriller with Dhootha on Amazon Prime Video, playing Konidela Sathya Murthy, a pivotal role that intertwined personal tragedy with eerie premonitions through cursed newspaper clippings.[22] This bilingual project (original in Telugu with dubs in other languages) showcased his ability to embody complex, otherworldly characters in a format that blended horror and mystery.[22] Pasupathy continued his OTT explorations in 2024 with a voice role as Veeran in the animated prelude series Bujji & Bhairava on Amazon Prime Video, part of the Kalki 2898 AD universe, contributing to its dystopian sci-fi adventure that became one of India's most-watched Telugu shows.[23] By 2025, he took a lead role as Bhaskar in the bilingual crime thriller Kuttram Purindhavan: The Guilty One on Sony LIV (available in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi), delving into themes of guilt and moral dilemmas following a consequential act.[24][25] These streaming ventures highlight Pasupathy's selective engagement with OTT, favoring shorter episodic formats that enable experimental, nuanced portrayals unbound by the commercial pressures of feature films.[21]Filmography
Tamil films
Pasupathy's contributions to Tamil cinema span over two decades, with roles ranging from protagonists to antagonists and supporting characters. His filmography in Tamil feature films is presented below in chronological order, including key details on titles, years of release, roles played, and directors.| Year | Title | Role | Director |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Housefull | Corrupt cop | Parthiban |
| 2001 | Maayan | Dominic Raj | Ali |
| 2002 | Kannathil Muthamittal | Pasupathy | Mani Ratnam |
| 2003 | Dhool | Aathi | Dharani |
| 2003 | Iyarkai | Father Stephen | S. U. Arun Kumar |
| 2004 | Arul | Gajapathy | Hari |
| 2004 | Virumaandi | Kothalathdevar | Kamal Haasan |
| 2004 | Machi | Narayanan | G. K. Prasanna |
| 2004 | Sullan | Soori | Ramana |
| 2005 | Thirupaachi | Pattasu Balu | Perarasu |
| 2006 | E | Nellai Mani | Parthiban |
| 2006 | Veyil | Murugesan (lead) | Vasanthabalan[18] |
| 2008 | Kuselan | Balakrishnan | P. Vasu |
| 2009 | Vedigundu Murugesan | Murugesan (lead) | P. Vasu |
| 2010 | Aaranya Kaandam | Kandhan | Thiagarajan Kumararaja |
| 2012 | Aravaan | Komputhi | Vasanthabalan |
| 2013 | Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara | Annachi | H. Vinoth |
| 2014 | Nee Enge En Anbe | Ajmad Ali Khan | Suresh Krissna |
| 2014 | Mosakutty | Mosakutty (lead) | Diamond Ratnam |
| 2015 | India Pakistan | Kaattamuthu | N. Anand |
| 2015 | 10 Endrathukulla | Das | Vijay Milton |
| 2015 | Yagavarayinum Naa Kaakka | Kasimedu Deva | A. R. Surendran |
| 2018 | Seethakaathi | Perumal Vaathiyaar | Balaji Tharaneetharan |
| 2018 | Keni | Thamizh (lead) | J. S. Vijay |
| 2018 | Savarakkathi | Manickam | G. R. Adithya |
| 2018 | Kaala | Kuttravaai | Pa. Ranjith |
| 2019 | Magamuni | Magadevan | Santhakumar |
| 2019 | Asuran | Murugesan (supporting) | Vetrimaaran[26] |
| 2021 | Sarpatta Parambarai | Rangan Vaathiyar | Pa. Ranjith |
| 2023 | Thandatti | Subramani | Ram Sangaiah |
| 2024 | Thangalaan | Gengupattar | Pa. Ranjith |
| 2024 | Kalki 2898 AD | Ashwatthama | Nag Ashwin |
| 2025 | Bison Kaalamaadan | Velusamy (lead) | Mari Selvaraj[27] |
Other language films
Pasupathy has expanded his career beyond Tamil cinema into Malayalam and Telugu films, often taking on pivotal supporting roles that highlight his intense screen presence and ability to portray complex characters. His forays into these industries began in the late 2000s, with appearances in gritty thrillers and mysteries, and continued into multilingual projects that underscore the pan-Indian appeal of contemporary Indian cinema.[30] In 2007, he debuted in Malayalam cinema with Big B, directed by Amal Neerad, where he portrayed ACP Balaji, a determined police officer in a neo-noir action narrative centered on revenge and brotherhood.[31] His performance contributed to the film's cult status for its stylish storytelling and ensemble cast led by Mammootty. Two years later, in 2009, Pasupathy starred in Vairam: Fight for Justice, a social drama directed by M.A. Nishad, playing Sivarajan, a tribal man wrongfully imprisoned after a tragic incident involving his daughter. The film addressed themes of injustice and redemption, with Pasupathy's raw portrayal earning notice for its emotional depth alongside leads Suresh Gopi and Jayasurya.[32] Pasupathy's entry into Telugu cinema came in 2014 with the bilingual thriller Anaamika (also released as Nee Enge En Anbe in Tamil), directed by Sekhar Kammula. He enacted the role of Ajmad Ali Khan, a key investigative figure in a suspenseful plot about a woman's search for her missing husband, inspired by the Hindi film Kahaani. The simultaneous shoot in Telugu and Tamil allowed for his performance to reach wider audiences, praised for adding layers of intrigue to the narrative.[33] Returning to Malayalam in 2017, he featured in the psychological thriller Ma Chu Ka, directed by Jayan Vannery, as Arivazhakan, an advocate entangled in a journalist's probe into a web of deceit and moral dilemmas. The bilingual production (Malayalam-Tamil) emphasized tense interpersonal dynamics, with Pasupathy's restrained intensity complementing lead Janani Iyer.[34] In 2021, Pasupathy appeared in the Telugu-dubbed version of Sarpatta Parambarai, titled Sarpatta Parampara, a sports drama originally in Tamil directed by Pa. Ranjith. He reprised his role as Rangan Vaathiyar, a boxing coach mentoring the protagonist in 1970s Madras, contributing to the film's exploration of caste, politics, and resilience; the regional adaptation broadened its reach in Telugu-speaking markets.[35] Most recently, in 2024, he took on the supporting role of Ashwatthama in the epic science fiction film Kalki 2898 AD, a Telugu production directed by Nag Ashwin, featuring a star-studded cast including Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, and Kamal Haasan. Pasupathy's character adds to the dystopian saga's mythological undertones, marking his return to Telugu cinema in a high-profile, pan-Indian blockbuster that blends action, drama, and futuristic elements.[36]| Year | Film | Language | Role | Director | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Big B | Malayalam | ACP Balaji | Amal Neerad | Neo-noir action thriller; ensemble with Mammootty. |
| 2009 | Vairam: Fight for Justice | Malayalam | Sivarajan | M.A. Nishad | Social drama on tribal injustice; co-starring Suresh Gopi. |
| 2014 | Anaamika | Telugu | Ajmad Ali Khan | Sekhar Kammula | Bilingual mystery thriller; remake of Kahaani. |
| 2017 | Ma Chu Ka | Malayalam | Arivazhakan | Jayan Vannery | Psychological thriller; bilingual with Tamil version. |
| 2021 | Sarpatta Parampara | Telugu | Rangan Vaathiyar | Pa. Ranjith | Dubbed version of Tamil sports drama; focuses on boxing and social issues. |
| 2024 | Kalki 2898 AD | Telugu | Ashwatthama | Nag Ashwin | Multilingual sci-fi epic; draws from Mahabharata mythology. |
Theatre productions
Pasupathy's early theatre work was centered on his 13-year tenure with the Chennai-based Koothu-P-Pattarai, a pioneering group founded by Na. Muthuswamy that integrated traditional Therukoothu folk elements with modern Tamil narratives. During the 1980s and 1990s, he performed in numerous ensemble productions, contributing to the group's over 75 stage works that emphasized physical expression, martial arts, and social themes drawn from epics and contemporary life.[8][37] Key credits from this period include roles in folk adaptations that toured across Tamil Nadu, honing his skills in mime, dialogue delivery, and ensemble acting under Muthuswamy's direction. The group's thematic focus on rural and mythological stories, such as reinterpretations of Mahabharata episodes, allowed Pasupathy to develop his method-acting approach before his film debut.[38][39] After establishing himself in cinema, Pasupathy made a notable return to the stage in 2014, portraying the fiery prince Aditya Karikalan in Magic Lantern's theatrical adaptation of Kalki Krishnamurthy's historical novel Ponniyin Selvan. Staged at venues like the YMCA Nandanam in Chennai, the production featured innovative choreography and martial sequences overseen by Pasupathy, blending live music, dance, and dialogue to condense the epic's intrigue and battles. This four-hour open-air spectacle marked a rare post-film collaboration, highlighting his enduring affinity for theatre.[40][41] No further major stage productions involving Pasupathy have been documented as of 2025, though his theatre training continues to influence his screen performances.[16]Web series and television
Pasupathy acted in several television serials in the 1990s before transitioning to films, though specific titles are not widely documented. He made his OTT debut with the web series November Story (2021) on Disney+ Hotstar, playing Kulandhai Yesu. Subsequent appearances include Dhootha (2023) as Konidela Sathya Murthy on Amazon Prime Video, Bujji and Bhairava (2024) reprising Ashwatthama/Veeran on Amazon Prime Video, and the upcoming thriller Kuttram Purindhavan (2025) on SonyLIV.[42][43]| Year | Title | Role | Language | Platform | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | November Story | Kulandhai Yesu | Tamil | Disney+ Hotstar | Debut web series |
| 2023 | Dhootha | Konidela Sathya Murthy | Telugu | Amazon Prime Video | |
| 2024 | Bujji and Bhairava | Ashwatthama / Veeran | Telugu | Amazon Prime Video | Short series spin-off from Kalki 2898 AD |
| 2025 | Kuttram Purindhavan | Lead | Tamil | SonyLIV | Crime thriller |
Awards and nominations
Film awards
Pasupathy has received several accolades for his performances in Tamil films, primarily in supporting roles, from prestigious award bodies such as Filmfare South and the Tamil Nadu State Film Awards. His breakthrough recognition came early in his film career, with wins highlighting his versatility in portraying complex characters. In 2007, at the 54th Filmfare Awards South, Pasupathy won the Best Supporting Actor – Tamil for his role as Nellai Mani in E (2006), praised for his intense depiction of a manipulative figure. The same performance also earned him the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Villain at the 2006 edition, recognizing his commanding antagonistic presence. Pasupathy continued to garner honors in subsequent years. For his role as Yakko in Kuselan (2008), a heartfelt supporting character in a comedy-drama, he won the ITFA Best Supporting Actor Award, acknowledging his emotional depth in a lighter ensemble. More recently, in 2022, he secured another Filmfare win for Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Tamil for playing Rangan, the boxing coach in Sarpatta Parambarai (2021), celebrated for infusing authenticity into the 1970s North Chennai boxing scene. That performance also led to a nomination for Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Tamil at the 10th South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA) in 2022.| Award Body | Year | Category | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filmfare Awards South | 2007 | Best Supporting Actor – Tamil | E | Won |
| Tamil Nadu State Film Awards | 2006 | Best Villain | E | Won |
| ITFA Awards | 2008 | Best Supporting Actor | Kuselan | Won |
| Filmfare Awards South | 2022 | Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Tamil | Sarpatta Parambarai | Won |
| SIIMA Awards | 2022 | Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Tamil | Sarpatta Parambarai | Nominated |