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Ramachandran Raju Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated October 1, 2026 • 3 min read

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Quick Info

Date of birth7 July 1980

Age42 Years

BirthplaceBengaluru, Karnataka

ProfessionActing

NationalityIndian

Marital statusMarried

SpouseSuma Raju

FamilySon - Reyansh; Daughter - Teeyara; Brother - Madhu Gowda; Venkatswamy Raju

Ramachandran Raju Biography

Ramachandran Raju is an Indian actor best known for his portrayal of the antagonist Garuda in KGF: Chapter One. Originally known as a bodyguard, he moved,

Early life and background

Ramachandran Raju was born on 7 July 1980 in Bengaluru, Karnataka. He grew up in the same city and holds Indian nationality. By appearance he is a tall, physically imposing figure — listed at about 1.83 m (6'0") in height, around 75 kg in weight, with dark brown eyes and black hair. He is married to Suma Raju and the couple have two children: a son, Reyansh, and a daughter, Teeyara. His younger brother is named Madhu Gowda, and another relative is identified as Venkatswamy Raju.

Career

Ramachandran’s entry into films came from an unconventional background. Before acting, he worked as a bodyguard and driver for actor Yash. During that time director Prashanth Neel noticed him and invited him to audition for KGF. That audition led to his screen debut as Garuda in KGF: Chapter One, released in 2018.

The role of Garuda brought Ramachandran national recognition and multiple awards for Best Villain, including the Zee Kannada Hemmeya Kannadiga Award and the Chitra Santhe Award in 2019. Preparing for the part included intensive training and nearly a year and a half of acting workshops.

After KGF, Ramachandran expanded into several South Indian film industries. In 2021 he made his Tamil debut in Sultan as Jayaseelan and took on roles in other Tamil films, including Pedha Perumal in Kodiyil Oruvan and a part in AV33. The same year he appeared as Dhanunjay in Maha Samudram and played Tandava in the Kannada film Madhagaja, as well as JD in Rider and Anand Baali in Bhala Thandanana.

Ramachandran also made his Malayalam debut in 2022, portraying Bada Raju in Aaraattu. He has performed cameo roles as well, including a prisoner appearance in Bheemla Nayak’s title song and a flashback appearance connected to his Garuda character in KGF: Chapter Two. He was offered his first lead role in Malayalam with Sthambam 2 and was also associated with the Tamil film Jana Gana Mana.

Public profile

Ramachandran is frequently referred to by the screen name Garuda, a label that has become a key part of his public identity and fan culture. He maintains a close professional relationship with Yash, whom he has known for many years and who supported him during his early acting career. Ramachandran has spoken about idolizing Yash and about Yash’s financial and moral support when Ramachandran was transitioning into acting.

Known for his disciplined approach to fitness, Ramachandran emphasizes physical conditioning as a central part of his craft. He has said that the success of KGF brought increased visibility to Kannada cinema and altered perceptions across film industries.

Latest updates

In recent years Ramachandran continued to take on diverse roles across Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam films, moving from prominent antagonist parts to character and cameo appearances. His work in 2021 and 2022 spans multiple languages and genres, and he has received recognition for his performance in KGF: Chapter One.

Ramachandran’s trajectory from a bodyguard and driver to a recognized screen villain demonstrates a swift rise driven by a distinctive screen presence and focused preparation for demanding roles. He remains active across South Indian cinema and continues to build a following that identifies him strongly with his breakthrough role.

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Recent Work

Aaraattu

Played Bada Raju; Malayalam debut.

2022
Bheemla Nayak

Cameo appearance as a prisoner in the title song.

2022
KGF: Chapter Two

Appeared in a flashback sequence related to Garuda.

2022
Sultan

Tamil debut as Jayaseelan.

2021
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Career Highlights

  1. Screen debut as Garuda in KGF: Chapter One (2018)
  2. Won awards for Best Villain for KGF: Chapter One (2019)
  3. Debuted across Tamil and Malayalam cinema with roles in Sultan and Aaraattu
  4. Moved from working as a bodyguard to a recognized film actor
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When was Ramachandran Raju born?

Ramachandran Raju was born on 7 July 1980.

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Ramachandran Raju is known for acting.

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Ramachandran Raju is publicly listed as married to Suma Raju.