R Madhavan's 8 Underrated Movies On OTT To Watch

R Madhavan's underrated films

R Madhavan has established himself as one of the most bankable actors in the Indian entertainment industry. Known for his versatility in films like 3 Idiots, he has delivered several underrated performances that deserve more recognition. Here’s a list of his lesser-known movies available on OTT.

13B (2009) Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video

Yavarum Nalam, a Tamil horror film, starring R. Madhavan and Neetu Chanda, was simultaneously shot in Hindi as 13B.Despite receiving mixed reviews, the film was a blockbuster and ranked among the greatest Indian horror films of all time by Collider.

Mumbai Meri Jaan (2008) Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video

A Hindi drama film starring R. Madhavan, Irrfan Khan, Soha Ali Khan, Paresh Rawal and Kay Kay Menon, the film was based on the 2006 Mumbai train bombings. The film was received well both commercially and critically.

Anbe Sivam (2003) Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video

Anbe Sivam is a 2003 Tamil slice-of-life drama film starring an ensemble cast led by Kamal Haasan. While the film underperformed at the box office, it was a critics baby and overtime has become cult film. Madhavan received a Tamil Nadu State Best Actor Award for his performance in it.

Rocketry: The Nambi Effect (2022) Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video

Rocketry: The Nambi Effect is a biographical drama written, produced and directed by R.Madhavan who also acted in it. The film is based on the life of ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan. The film received a positive response and also got a National Award while Madhavan's performance was appreciated by all.

Ramji Londonwaley (2005) Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video

This comedy-drama film is about Ramnarayan Tiwari (Ramji), a cook from India, who arrives in London to find out that his employer is dead. While the film was an average box office hit, Madhavan received appreciation for his performance.

Saala Khadoos (2016) Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video

The sports drama written and directed by Sudha Kongra was simultaneously shot in Tamil and Hindi. While the Hindi version did not do so well, the Tamil version was acclaimed, as were performances of Madhavan and Ritika Singh.

Maara (2021) Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video

A Tamil adventure drama, Maara was adapted from the 2015 Malayalam blockbuster film Charlie. Starring R. Madhavan and Shraddha Srinath, the film received mixed-to-positive reviews.

Nishabdham (2020) Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video

A Telugu language mystery film starring Anushka Shetty and R.Madhavan, Nishabdham received a mixed response from both audiences and critics.