Nassar is a seasoned South Indian actor and director primarily working in that region’s cinema. On March 5, 1958, he was born in Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India. Nassar is well known for his outstanding performances in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada films.
Career: Nassar started acting in the early 1980s and has since made numerous film appearances, establishing himself as a versatile and gifted performer. He has played various characters, including antagonists and supporting roles, and has won praise from critics for his work.
Films like “Roja” (1992), “Thevar Magan” (1992), “Indian” (1996), “Baahubali: The Beginning” (2015), and its follow-up “Baahubali: The Conclusion” (2017) are just a few of Nassar’s well-known productions. He has also appeared in popular films in other regional languages, such as Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam.
Nassar is a skilled filmmaker in addition to his acting career. He has produced and directed a number of Tamil films, including “Sun Sun Thatha” (2019), “Devathayai Kanden” (2005), and “Avatharam” (1995).
Personal life: Nassar is a well-known recluse who hasn’t provided many details about his private life. He would much rather keep his private matters private. But it is well known that his family has a long history in the film industry.
Nassar and Kameela Nassar are married, and they have three kids altogether. Abi Mehdhi Hassan, his daughter, is an actress who has worked in Tamil and Malayalam films.
Nassar has also contributed significantly to a number of political and social causes. In addition to speaking out on issues affecting artists and society, he has held leadership positions in organisations related to the Tamil film industry.
| Name | Nassar |
|---|---|
| Also Known as | Nassar |
| Date of Birth | 05/03/1958 |
| Current Residence | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Religion | Muslim |
| Nationality | India |
| Height | 173 CM |
| Hobbies | Singing |
| Father | Mehaboob Basha |
| Mother | Mumtaz Begum |
| Sibling | Ahmed Nassar |
| Spouse | Kameela Nassar |
| Children | Abdul Asan Faizal (aka Noorul Hassan Faizal), Luthfudeen Baasha, Abi Meddhi Hassan |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate |
| College (s) | Madras Christian College |
| School (s) | St. Joseph's Higher Secondary School, Chengalpattu |
| Debut Movies | |
|---|---|
| Language | Movie Name |
| Tamil | Kalyana Agathigal |
| Telugu | Sankeertana |
| Malayalam | Mukham |
| Kannada | Dhumm |
| Hindi | Angaraksha |
| Hollywood | Tales Of The Kama Sutra |
| Directorial - Tamil | Avatharam |
| Awards List | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Award | Category | Movie Name | |
| 1992 | Tamil Nadu State Film Awards | Special Prize | Aavarampoo | |
| 2002 | Tamil Nadu State Film Awards | Best Villain | Thamizh | |
| 2006 | Tamil Nadu State Film Awards | Best Character Artiste (Male) | Em Magan | |
| 2011 | Tamil Nadu State Film Awards | Best Character Artiste (Male) | Deiva Thirumagal | |
| 2014 | Tamil Nadu State Film Awards | Best Character Artiste (Male) | Kaaviya Thalaivan | |
| 2008 | Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards | Best comedian | Poi Solla Porom | |
| 2014 | Norway Tamil Film Festival Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Kaaviya Thalaivan | |
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