Moor | |
|---|---|
 Moor | |
| Born | Unnikkidi July 31, 1993 Cherupuzha, Kannur, Kerala, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | School of Drama, Thrissur |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2019–present |
| Known for | Kala |
Moor (born 31 July 1993), also known as Actor Moor, is an Indian actor who works primarily in Malayalam cinema and has also appeared in Tamil cinema and theatre. He is known for his performances in films including Pathinettam Padi (2019), Kala (2021), Indra (2025) and Others (2025).[1][2]
Early life and theatre[edit | edit source]
Moor was born on 31 July 1993 in Cherupuzha in Kannur district, Kerala. He trained in theatre at the School of Drama and Fine Arts in Thrissur and graduated from the institution.[3] His theatre training preceded his work in Malayalam cinema, and his background in theatre has been noted in coverage of his acting career.[4]
Career[edit | edit source]
Moor made his film debut with Shankar Ramakrishnan's Malayalam-language film Pathinettam Padi (2019), in which he played Ambotty.[5]
In 2021, Moor appeared in Rohith V. S.'s action thriller Kala, starring Tovino Thomas. He played the protogonist - a young boy who becomes involved in a violent confrontation with Tovino's character-shaji. The film was noted for its stylised treatment of violence and its focus on the conflict between its principal characters.[6][7]
Moor's performance in Kala received the Kerala State Film Award for Best Character Actor at the 52nd Kerala State Film Awards in 2022.[8] The award was presented for his performance in Kala, which was also among the films discussed in coverage of the year's awards.[9]
Following Kala, Moor appeared in Jeo Baby's Malayalam film Sree Dhanya Catering Service (2022), playing Martin. The film centres on a group of people who come together to prepare a meal for a birthday celebration and was released in August 2022.[10][11]
In September 2022, Moor was announced as part of the cast of Arun Matheswaran's Tamil-language action film Captain Miller, starring Dhanush. The casting marked his first major role in Tamil cinema.[12][13] The film was subsequently released in 2024 and featured Moor in its ensemble cast.[14]
Moor also appeared in the Malayalam films Thugs and Thrishanku in 2023. He subsequently appeared in Nadikar and Kuttante Shinigami in 2024.[15] In Nadikar, directed by Lal Jr., he played Suttu.[16]
In 2024, Moor appeared in the anthology film Manorathangal, which was based on stories by M. T. Vasudevan Nair. He appeared in the segment Kadugannawa: Oru Yathra, sharing the screen with Mammootty.[17]
Moor appeared in the Tamil-language film Indra in 2025, directed by Sabarish Nanda and starring Vasanth Ravi and Mehreen Pirzada. He played Bhadra in the film.[18]
In 2025, Moor also appeared in the Tamil film Others, directed by Abin Hariharan, in which he played Vedha.[19]
Filmography[edit | edit source]
| Year | Film | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Pathinettam Padi | Ambotty |
| 2021 | Kala | The Protagonist |
| 2022 | Sree Dhanya Catering Service | Martin |
| 2023 | Thugs | |
| 2023 | Thrishanku | Voice Actor |
| 2023 | aara | He/Him |
| 2024 | Nadikar | Suttu |
| 2024 | Kuttante Shinigami | |
| 2024 | Manorathangal | Leela's son |
| 2025 | Indra | Bhadra |
| 2025 | Others | Vedha |
Awards and nominations[edit | edit source]
| Year | Award | Category | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Kerala State Film Awards | Best Character Actor | Kala | Won |
| 2022 | South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role | Kala | Nominated |
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Kala-fame Moor onboard Dhanush's Captain Miller". Cinema Express. 20 September 2022. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "Indra movie review: Vasanth Ravi's thriller is too basic to be the thriller it promised". India Today. 21 August 2025. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "Alumni". University of Calicut. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "'Kala: I was Triggered by the Incident of a Pregnant Elephant Dying After Consuming a Pineapple Filled with Crackers, Says Director Rohith VS'". Silverscreen India. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "Mammootty's 'Kadugannawa Oru Yathra' wraps up the shoot". The Times of India. 26 August 2022. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "Kala-fame Sumesh Moor opens up about actor Tovino Thomas and his role in Kala movie". Samayam Malayalam. 28 March 2021. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "Tovino Thomas starrer Kala gears up for theatrical release". The News Minute. 2021. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "52nd Kerala State Film Awards: The full winners list". The Indian Express. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "'Minnal Murali' wins big at the 52nd Kerala State Film Awards". The Times of India. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "Exclusive! Jeo Baby: I'm not worried about Sree Dhanya Catering Service's limited release as long as people like its content". OTTplay. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "Jeo Baby's next is Shri Dhanya Catering Service". The New Indian Express. 2 June 2022. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "Kala-fame Sumesh Moor joins Dhanush's next Captain Miller". The New Indian Express. 22 September 2022. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "Kala-fame Moor onboard Dhanush's Captain Miller". Cinema Express. 20 September 2022. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "Captain Miller Cast & Crew". FilmiBeat. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "Sumesh Moor". Plex. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "Nadikar". FilmiBeat. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "Actor Moor feels elated to share screen space with Mammootty for Kadugannawa: Oru Yathra; says it felt magical". The Times of India. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "Indra movie review: Vasanth Ravi's thriller is too basic to be the thriller it promised". India Today. 21 August 2025. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "Sumesh Moor". Plex. Retrieved 28 September 2026.