Thagubothu Ramesh | |
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 Ramesh in 2015 | |
| Born | Ramilla Ramesh[1] Godavarikhani, Telangana, India |
| Occupation | Actor, comedian |
| Years active | 2007–present |
| Spouse(s) | Swathi ( m. 2015) |
Ramilla Ramesh, better known as Thagubothu Ramesh, is an Indian actor and comedian known for his work in Telugu cinema. Known for his signature portrayal of inebriated characters, he earned the nickname "Thagubothu" (transl. "drunkard") due to his memorable performances in such roles. He is a recipient of Nandi Award for Best Male Comedian. He has appeared in notable films such as Mahatma (2009), Ala Modalaindi (2011), Pilla Zamindar (2011), and Ishq (2012).
Early life[edit | edit source]
Ramesh was born in Godavarikhani located in Peddapalli district, Telangana.[1] His father was an employee at Singareni Collieries Company and his mother was a housewife. He was able to sink into the drunkard character because, as a child he would watch his father get drunk and hit his mother. He would pacify his mother, and make her laugh by impersonating his drunk father.[2]
Career[edit | edit source]
Ramesh eventually became good at mimicry and used to perform shows in his town. He also reveals that he is inspired by Bengali comedian Keshto Mukherjee, who like him was also famous for portraying drunkard characters.[1] Before venturing into films, Ramesh has worked as a building supervisor for 10 years. After his parents' death and sister's marriage, he decided to pursue acting as a career.[1] In 2005, he joined the Akkineni Film Institute in Hyderabad.[3]
Film career[edit | edit source]
In 2006, after graduating from Akkineni Film Institute, Ramesh got an opportunity to play a small role in Sukumar’s Jagadam.[1] This was his first feature film. After Jagadam, Ramesh found several opportunities and acted in around 10 Telugu films. During this time, Ramesh got acquainted with popular Telugu actor Uttej. Uttej introduced Ramesh to top Telugu film director Krishna Vamsi. Vamsi cast him for the role of a drunkard in Mahatma.[1] The film remains as a major turning point in his career. His portrayal of drunkard character in Mahatma led to an opportunity to play a similar drunkard character in Ala Modalaindi directed by Nandini Reddy. His portrayal of Gowtham, a drunkard software engineer in the film became very popular among the moviegoers. Since that film, he was more commonly referred to as "Thagubothu Ramesh" (drunkard Ramesh).[1]
Personal life[edit | edit source]
He married Swathi in 2015.[4]
Awards[edit | edit source]
Filmography[edit | edit source]
Telugu films[edit | edit source]
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Jagadam | Seenu's friend | credited as Ramesh |
| 2009 | Mahatma | Drunkard | |
| Ee Vayasulo | Chhote Kiya | ||
| 2010 | Bheemli Kabadi Jattu | Suri's friend | |
| 2011 | Ala Modalaindi | Gautham (drunkard software engineer) | |
| Katha Screenplay Darshakatvam Appalaraju | Fan | ||
| Kodi Punju | |||
| Aha Naa Pellanta | Fan | ||
| Mugguru | |||
| 100% Love | Drunkard | Special appearance | |
| It's My Love Story | Poola Babji | ||
| Pilla Zamindar | Maqbool | ||
| Madatha Kaja | |||
| Priyudu | |||
| 2012 | SMS | ||
| Chaduvukovali | |||
| Ishq | Friend | ||
| Mem Vayasuku Vacham | Beggar | ||
| Eega | Thief | ||
| Vennela 1½ | |||
| Routine Love Story | College Senior | ||
| Yamaho Yama | |||
| Ko Antey Koti | |||
| 2013 | Baadshah | Wedding Planner | |
| Vasool Raja | |||
| Gunde Jaari Gallanthayyinde | Thagubothu | ||
| Sukumarudu | Drama troupe member | ||
| Adda | |||
| Dalam | Yadagiri "Yadav" | Bilingual film | |
| Balupu | |||
| Athadu Aame O Scooter | Govind Raju's best friend | ||
| Music Magic | |||
| Chandi | Driver | ||
| Venkatadri Express | Auto driver Aanimuthyam "Ani" | Nandi Award for Best Comedian | |
| Biskett | |||
| 2014 | Emo Gurram Egaravachu | Ammiraju | |
| Anaamika | Taxi driver | ||
| Jump Jilani | |||
| Adavi Kaachina Vennela | |||
| Race Gurram | Lucky's friend | ||
| Saheba Subramanyam | |||
| Chakkiligintha | Manohar | ||
| 2015 | Surya vs Surya | Icecream vendor | |
| Dohchay | Drunk Prisoner | ||
| Subramanyam for Sale | Dasu | ||
| Where Is Vidya Balan | [6] | ||
| Superstar Kidnap | |||
| Sher | Drunkard | ||
| Kumari 21F | |||
| 2016 | Nannaku Prematho | Abhiram's assistant | |
| Kalyana Vaibhogame | Gowtham (Software Engineer) | ||
| Oopiri | Seenu's friend | Bilingual film | |
| Bullet Rani | Simultaneously shot in Kannada[7] | ||
| Parvathipuram | Madan's friend | Dubbed in 2023 as Veera Khadgam | |
| Eedo Rakam Aado Rakam | Rikshawala | ||
| Thikka | Ramesh Yadav | ||
| Guntur Talkies | Police constable | ||
| Selfie Raja | drunk Kattappa | ||
| Jayammu Nischayammu Raa | Police constable | ||
| 2017 | Nenorakam | ||
| Rarandoi Veduka Chudham | Govind | ||
| Anando Brahma | Thulasi | ||
| Ungarala Rambabu | |||
| Raja The Great | Sastry | Cameo | |
| Oye Ninne | Drunkard | ||
| Juliet Lover of Idiot | |||
| 2018 | Hyderabad Love Story | ||
| Savyasachi | Nanda Kishore | ||
| 2019 | Chikati Gadilo Chithakotudu | Rose | |
| Mallesham | |||
| 90ML | Ramesh | ||
| Bhagyanagara Veedullo Gamattu | N/A | Co-producer | |
| 2020 | Namaste Nestama | ||
| Jaanu | Satish | ||
| 2022 | Malli Modalaindi | ||
| Induvadana | |||
| 10th Class Diaries | |||
| Anukoni Prayanam | |||
| Raajahyogam | Trump | ||
| 2023 | Prathyardhi | Advocate Rajasekhar | |
| Meter | Drunkard | ||
| Ramanna Youth | |||
| Nene Naa | |||
| 2024 | Chaari 111 | Bunty | [8] |
| Kismat | |||
| Tiragabadara Saami | |||
| Keshava Chandra Ramavath | |||
| 2025 | Coffee with a Killer | ||
| 23 Iravai Moodu | |||
| Santhana Prapthirasthu | Soumya Kumar | ||
| 2026 | Sahakutumbaanaam | Sharing guy | |
| Sampradayini Suppini Suddapoosani |
Other language films[edit | edit source]
| Year | Title | Role | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Yennamo Yedho | Gautham | Tamil | Credited as Kudikaran Ramesh |
| Koottam | Prabhu Deva | Bilingual films | ||
| Nee Enge En Anbe | Taxi driver | |||
| 2016 | Thozha | Seenu's friend | ||
| Bullet Rani | Kannada | Bilingual film[7] |
Television[edit | edit source]
| Year | Title | Role | Network | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Gangstars | Rani | Amazon Prime Video | |
| 2020–2021 | Amrutham Dhvitheeyam | ZEE5 | ||
| 2022 | Gaalivana | Anjaneyulu | [9] |
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 Kumar, Hemanth. "I believe in God's screenplay: Ramesh Interview". Post Noon. Archived from the original on 10 July 2012. Retrieved 3 September 2012.
- ↑ "Applause For Mahatma Ramesh". CineGoer. Archived from the original on 29 June 2012. Retrieved 3 September 2012.
- ↑ "Tagubothu Ramesh Interview". Telugu Muchatlu. Archived from the original on 3 September 2012. Retrieved 3 September 2012.
- ↑ Hooli, Shekhar H. (28 May 2015). "Comedian Thagubothu Ramesh Wedding: Dhanraj, Venu, Telugu Stars Attend Ceremony [PHOTOS]". International Business Times, India Edition. Archived from the original on 28 April 2019. Retrieved 28 April 2019.
- ↑ "2013 Nandi Awards Winners List | 2013 Nandi Awards Complete Winners List". Telugu Filmnagar. 1 March 2017. Archived from the original on 11 January 2020. Retrieved 13 September 2020.
- ↑ Chowdhary, Y. Sunita (26 June 2015). "Where is Vidya Balan: Nothing to do with Vidya". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 3 December 2023. Retrieved 13 February 2025.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 https://www.tvguide.com/movies/bullet-rani/cast/2030044850/
- ↑ "Chaari 111 Movie Review : Vennela Kishore shines in spy comedy with missed potential". The Times of India.
- ↑ Gaalivaana Season 1 Review: An interesting plot let down by subpar narration, retrieved 11 May 2022