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Binu Padmadalakshan, known Professionally as Binu Pappu, is an Indian actor and assistant director who works in Malayalam films. He is known for his roles in films such as Helen, One, Operation Java and Bheemante Vazhi.[1] In addition to acting, he has worked as an assistant director, assisting Aashiq Abu in his films Virus (2019) and Naradan (2019). He also worked in Khalid Rahman film Thallumaala (2022), in addition to working in other film such as Ambili (2019), Halal Love Story (2020), One (2021),Saudi Vellakka (2022) and Thudarum (2025).
Early life
Binu Pappu was born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. He is the son of veteran actor Kuthiravattam Pappu, who died in 2000.[2][3] He pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in History at the Zamorin's Guruvayurappan College, Kozhikode. He is married to Ashita Alex.[4]
Career
Before working in the film industry, he had worked as an animator in Bengalaru for 13 years.[5] Binu made his acting debut in the film Gunda, directed by Salim Baba, where he was worked 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 by critics.[1][6]
In addition to working as an actor, he has assisted Aashiq Abu for his films Mayaanadhi, Virus (2019), Naradan (2022), and Thallumaala (2022), in addition to working as an assistant director in Ambili (2019), Halal Love Story (2020) and One (2021).
Filmography
As actor
- 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 | [6] |
| Ice Orathi | Madhu | ||
| One | CM's Gunman Ashokan | ||
| Kachi | Criyac | ||
| Ennivar | Nishad | ||
| Kaanekkaane | C I Of Police | ||
| Bheemante Vazhi | Krishna Das | [7] | |
| 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 | Also associate director[5] | |
| 2023 | Jackson Bazaar Youth | SP George Simon IPS | |
| Higuita | Raghu | [8] | |
| Ayalvaashi | Benny | [9] | |
| Kadina Kadoramee Andakadaham | Rashid | [10] | |
| Nalla Nilavulla Rathri | Joshi | [11] | |
| Journey of Love 18+ | Rajesh | [12] | |
| Kunjamminis Hospital | Fabi Manjooran | ||
| 2024 | Hunt | [13] | |
| Nunakkuzhi | Producer Sajan Chamakala | [14] | |
| 2025 | Bromance | SI Tony Francis | [15] |
| Abhilasham | Pachikka | [16] | |
| Thudarum | SI Benny | [17] | |
| Eko | Sukumaran | [18] | |
| Pharma | Alex | JioHotstar Web Series[19] | |
| 2026 | Anomie | Shanmughan | [20] |
| Template:TableTBA | Template:Pending film | Template:TBA | [21] |
Other crew positions
| Year | Title | Position | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Guppy | Assistant director | |
| 2017 | Mayanadi | ||
| 2019 | Ambili | ||
| Virus | |||
| 2020 | Halal Love Story | ||
| 2021 | One | Associate director | |
| 2022 | Naaradan | ||
| Thallumaala | |||
| Puzhu | |||
| Saudi Vellakka | [22] | ||
| 2026 | Template:Pending film | Writer | [23] |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 How 'Operation Java' helped Binu Pappu make his mark in Malayalam cinema. The Hindu(2021-05-26). Retrieved 2025-02-21.
- ↑ Binu Pappu shares father Kuthiravattam Pappu's character poster for 'Manichitrathazhu' re-release. The Times of India(2024-08-07). Retrieved 2025-02-21.
- ↑ Binu Pappu pens heart touching note about father on his death anniversary. English.Mathrubhumi(2023-02-27). Retrieved 2025-02-21.
- ↑ Binu Pappu pens a romantic note for his wife on their wedding anniversary. The Times of India(2022-02-09). Retrieved 2025-02-21.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Binu Pappu was not supposed to be Britto in 'Saudi Vellakka'. Binu Pappu was not supposed to be Britto in ‘Saudi Vellakka’. Retrieved 2025-03-01.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Operation Java: An engaging cybercrime thriller. Deccan Herald. Retrieved 2025-02-21.
- ↑ Bheemante Vazhi movie review: Lighthearted drama elevated by some clever moments, Shrijith, Sajin. The New Indian Express(2021-12-04). Retrieved 2025-02-21.
- ↑ Months after controversy over title, Malayalam film Higuita gets release date. The News Minute(2023-03-15). Retrieved 2023-03-15.
- ↑ Soubin Shahir's Ayalvaashi gets a release date. Cinema Express(21 February 2023). Retrieved 2023-03-15.
- ↑ Kadina Kadoramee Andakadaham trailer is out. Cinema Express(19 April 2023). Retrieved 2023-04-21.
- ↑ 'Nalla Nilavulla Rathri' movie review: Murphy Devassy's directorial debut fails to live up to its interesting premise. The Hindu(2023-06-30). Retrieved 2023-07-23.
- ↑ 18 Plus review: Director Arun D Jose's rom-com criticises casteism in Kerala, Ramachandran, Arjun. The South First(2023-07-07). Retrieved 2023-07-08.
- ↑ Bhavana-Shaji Kailas film Hunt gets a release date, Features, C. E.. Cinema Express(2024-07-15). Retrieved 2024-07-17.
- ↑ 'Nunakuzhi' movie review: Jeethu Joseph's comic caper is a briskly paced fun ride. The Hindu(2024-08-15). Retrieved 2025-02-21.
- ↑ Mathew Thomas - Arjun Ashokan Starrer 'Bromance' Starts Rolling. The Times Of India(24 July 2024). Retrieved 27 July 2024.
- ↑ Abhilasham gets a release date, trailer out, Features, C. E.. Cinema Express(2025-03-17). Retrieved 2025-03-18.
- ↑ Mohanlal and Tharun Moorthy's film titled Thudarum, first look out, Santhosh, Vivek. Cinema Express(2024-11-08). Retrieved 2025-02-21.
- ↑ Sandeep Pradeep's Eko gets a release date, Desk, Cinema Express. Cinema Express(2025-11-08). Retrieved 2025-11-08.
- ↑ Nivin Pauly's Pharma gets a premiere date, trailer out, Features, C. E.. The New Indian Express(2025-12-05). Retrieved 2025-12-20.
- ↑ Bhavana-starrer Anomie gets a release window, first look out, Features, C. E.. Cinema Express(2025-02-16). Retrieved 2026-02-05.
- ↑ Prabhudeva's Musasi prevue is here, Features, C. E.. Cinema Express(2024-03-29). Retrieved 2024-04-20.
- ↑ Tharun Moorthy's next titled Saudi Vellakka, Features, C. E.. Cinema Express(2021-09-14). Retrieved 2025-02-21.
- ↑ Tharun Moorthy's upcoming movie Torpedo to star Fahadh Faasil, Arjun Das, and Naslen. The Hindu. Retrieved 2025-05-05.