Ganapathi S. Poduval Age, Family, Biography

Bio/Wiki
Other Name	Ganapathi
Profession	Actor
Physical Stats
Height (approx.)	5' 10" (178 cm)
Eye Colour	Black
Hair Colour	Black
Career
Debut	Film(s) • English/Malayalam: Before the Rains (2007) (child artist) • Hindi: The Waiting Room (2010) as a tea stall boy
Personal Life
Date of Birth	15 March 1995 (Wednesday)
Age (as of 2025)	30 Years
Birthplace	Payyanur, Kerala, India
Zodiac sign	Pisces
Nationality	Indian
Hometown	Payyanur, Kerala
College/University	Payyannur College, Kerala
Educational Qualification	Graduate
Controversy	Drunk and Drive Case: In November 2024, Ganapathi S. Poduval was booked by the Kalamassery police for drunk driving and overspeeding on the national highway between Angamaly and Kalamassery. His car was seen being driven at high speed and changing lanes dangerously, even after police tried to stop it at Athani and Aluva. The vehicle was eventually intercepted in Kalamassery, where officers confirmed that he was under the influence of alcohol. A case was registered, and Ganapathi was arrested. He, however, was later released on station bail. The incident drew widespread criticism on social media, and many people questioned his release on bail.
Social Media	• Instagram • Facebook
Relationships & More
Marital Status	Unmarried
Family
Parents	Father- Sathish Poduval Mother- Aparna S Poduval
Siblings	Brother- Chidambaram S. Poduval (director, screenwriter) (elder) Sister- None
Style Quotient
Car Collection	Skoda Kushaq (bought in 2022)

Some Lesser Known Facts About Ganapathi S. Poduval

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

  A childhood picture of Ganapathi S. Poduval with his elder brother, Chidambaram S. Poduval

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

  A poster of the film ‘Anandabhadram’ (2005)

• 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.
  

  A poster of the film ‘Vinodayathra’ (2007)

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

  A poster of the film ‘Chithrasalabhangalude Veedu’ (2008)

• 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.’
  

  Ganapathi S. Poduval (second from the top) as ‘Asif’ in a still from the film ‘Mr & Mrs Rowdy’ (2019)

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

  Ganapathi S. Poduval, along with his co-actors, during the making of the short film ‘Onnu Chirikku’ (2020)

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

  A poster of the series ‘Instagraamam’ (2020)

• 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.
  

  A poster of the film ‘Jan.E.Man’ (2021)

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

  A poster of the film ‘Manjummel Boys’ (2024)

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

  Ganapathi S. Poduval with puppies

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

  Ganapathi S. Poduval during a workout session at a gym

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

  A picture of Ganapathi S. Poduval from his trip to Khardung La, Ladakh