Ganapathi S. Poduval

Some Lesser Known Facts About Ganapathi S. Poduval

• Ganapathi S. Poduval grew up in Payyanur, Kannur, Kerala.

  

• He first stepped into the film industry by working as a dubbing artist for the 2005 film ‘Anandabhadram,’ directed by Santosh Sivan.

  

• After this, Santosh Sivan launched him as a child actor in the bilingual film ‘Before the Rains’ (2007).

• Ganapathi later gained wider recognition for his performance in the film ‘Vinodayathra’ (2007), which marked a turning point in his acting career.

  

• In 2008, he played the role of ‘Muththu’ in the film ‘Chithrasalabhangalude Veedu.’

  

• In 2011, he appeared as ‘Appu’ in a short film titled ‘Achan.’

• In 2019, Ganapathi played the role of ‘Asif’ in the film ‘Mr & Mrs Rowdy.’

  

• In 2020, he worked as an actor and director for a short film titled ‘Onnu Chirikku.’

  

• That same year, he appeared as ‘Society Dutt’ in Neestream’s series ‘Instagraamam.’

  

• In 2021, Ganapathi played the role of ‘Dr. Faizal’ for the film ‘Jan.E.Man.’ He also co-wrote the film with his brother Chidambaram S. Poduval.

  

• Ganapathi has worked in many other films, including ‘Salute’ (2022), ‘Oh My Darling’ (2023), ‘Manjummel Boys’ (2024), ‘Mandakini’ (2024), and ‘Alappuzha Gymkhana’ (2025).

  

• Ganapathi loves animals and frequently posts pictures with them on social media.

  

• He is a fitness enthusiast and often hits the gym.

  

• He is an avid traveller and frequently shares his travel experiences on social media.