Top 5 Most Popular Comedians in South Indian Movies (2024)

Ranking based on Popularity, Box Office Success, and Audience Impact :-


1. Brahmanandam (Telugu)

Movies Over 1000 movies "Dookudu" and "Attarintiki Daredi"

Awards 6 Filmfare Grants; 4 Nandi Awards

Unique comedian expressions and his culminate timing


2. Vadivelu Tamil

Movies Over 200 movies "Companions" and "Nadigan"

Awards 3 Filmfare Grants; 2 Tamil Nadu State Film Awards
- Known for: Droll comedies and one-liner dialogues


3. Santhanam (Tamil)
Movies : Over 150, counting Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru and Vallavanukku Pullum Aayudham

Filmfare Grants : 2

Vijay Grants : 1

Known for: Quick-witted conveyance of discoursed, and great chemistry in comedy tracks.


4. Ali (Telugu)

- Motion pictures: Over 800 movies, counting "Pokiri" and "Dhee"
- Grants: 2 Filmfare Grants, 1 Nandi Award
- Known for: Flexibility in comedic parts and amazing move skills


5. Sathish (Tamil)

- Motion pictures: Over 50 movies, counting "Ethir Neechal" and "Remo"
- Grants: 1 Filmfare Grant, 1 Vijay Award
- Known for: Young vitality and comedic timing