Riaz M. T.

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Riaz M. T.
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Riaz M. T in 2024
Born (1973-05-06) 6 May 1973 (age 51)
Occupations
  • Film actor
  • story writer
  • social worker
  • human rights worker
Years active2013–Present
Spouse
Safeena Riaz
(m. 1999)
Children3
Website www.riazmt.com

Riaz Pathan (born 6 May 1973), credited mononymously as Riaz M T, is an Indian actor, story writer, lyricist, and businessman who predominantly works in Malayalam cinema, with notable appearances in Kannada films as well. In a career spanning over a decade, Riaz has acted in several films and received acclaim for his performances, including the prestigious Adoor Bhasi Best Actor Award in 2014. Known for his unique style and character-driven roles, Riaz has carved a niche for himself in regional cinema.

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Born in Alappuzha, Kerala, to P. V. Thajudeen and Nazeema H. B., Riaz completed his early education at Polabhagam J. B. School and pursued his high school studies at S. D. V. Boys High School, Alappuzha. He went on to complete his pre-degree and degree at S. D. College, Alappuzha.

Riaz made his acting debut with the Malayalam film Flat No. 4B (2013), directed by Krishnjith S. Vijayan, where he played the lead role. His performance in the film earned him the Adoor Bhasi Best Actor Award in 2014, establishing him as a promising actor in the Malayalam film industry. He later expanded his acting career into Kannada cinema with the 2020 film Gadiyara, directed by Prabhiq Mogavear.

Over the years, Riaz has contributed to a variety of Malayalam films including Onnum Onnum Moonu , Dust Bin, Deadline, Mughapadangal, Clint , Kayamkulam Kochunni , and Rani, showcasing his versatility as an actor and storyteller. In addition to his artistic pursuits, Riaz is also involved in business, balancing his entrepreneurial ventures with his passion for cinema.

Early life

Riaz M T was born on 6 May 1973 in Alappuzha, Kerala, to P. V. Thajudeen and Nazeema H. B. He began his education at Polabhagam J. B. School, located west of Mannath Junction in Poonthopu Ward, Alappuzha. He later attended S. D. V. Boys High School, Alappuzha, for his secondary education. Following high school, he completed his pre-degree and undergraduate studies at S. D. College, Alappuzha.

Career

Malayalam cinema

Riaz made his debut in Krishnjith S Vijayan's [Flat No.4B] in 2012. [1] [2]

Riaz's Second Movie released was Onnum Onnum Moonu, released in 2015. [3] [4] [5] [6]

Filmography

As actor

YearFilmRoleDirectorLanguage
2013Flat No.4B Reghu Krishnajith S Vijayan Malayalam
2014Onnum onnum moonuAlexander Adbilash Malayalam
2017Eliyamma Chedathiyude Adyathe ChristmasNo Name Benny Ashamsa Malayalam
2017 Clint Hero Friend Harikumar Malayalam
2018Dust BinJeeva Madhu Thathampally Malayalam
2018 Kayamkulam Kochunni Bhrahmin Roshan Andrews Malayalam
2020GadiyaraPolice Officer Prabhik Mughaveer Kannada
2021Randam PakuthiAlex Krishnajith S Vijayan Malayalam
2021KaruvuSaithali Sreeshma Malayalam
2021Dravida RajakumaranBaskaran Sajeev Kilikulam Malayalam
2023RaniKaryasthan Nizamudheen Nazar Malayalam [7]
2025SathaanTony Krishnajith S Vijayan Malayalam

As a story writer

No.YearFilmLanguageParticipation
12013Flat No.4B (film) [8] Malayalam Screenwriter
22019Baluvinte Itheehyam (film) Malayalam Story & Script
32021Pampadum Cholai (film) Tamil Story & Script

As a director

No.YearFilmLanguage
12019 The Deaf (film) [8] No Language - No Human Voice
22019 Baluvinte Ithihyam (film) Malayalam

As a lyricist

Riaz M T debuted as a Lyricist in Flat No.4B (2013) by writing the song of the film, "Iniyumeerananiyumo".

No.YearSongFilmSingerLanguageMusicNotes
12013"Iniyumeeraniyumo"Flat No.4B G Venugopal Malayalam Nikhil Prabha Featured in the title credits of the film
22013"Arike O ennarike"Flat No.4B Remya Swaminathan Malayalam Nikhil Prabha Featured in the title credits of the film

UAE National Day Album 2018

Riaz M T done a main role in UAE National Day Album 2018

No.YearSongDirectorMusic DirectorSingerLanguageNotes
12018"UAE National Day Album 2018" Ajmal Eldho Mathew Sulfi Arabic UAE National Day 2018 Album - 100 years of Shake Zayed

As a model

No.YearCompany
12017 Sharekhan

References

  1. "Flat No4B review. Flat No4B Malayalam movie review, story, rating - IndiaGlitz.com". indiaglitz.com. Retrieved 20 December 2015.
  2. "റിയാസിന് കൈനിറയെ ചിത്രങ്ങൾ". manoramaonline.com. Retrieved 25 December 2015.
  3. "Onnum Onnum Moonu Movie Preview, Cast, Crew, Events, Trailer, Wallpapers". kerala9.com. Retrieved 20 December 2015.
  4. "Onnum Onnum Moonu Malayalam film | Photo Gallery Onnum Onnum Moonu Malayalam film | Image clips Onnum Onnum Moonu Malayalam film | Posters Onnum Onnum Moonu Malayalam film | Stills Onnum Onnum Moonu Malayalam film - Nana film magazine". nanaonline.in. Retrieved 20 December 2015.
  5. "'Balyakalasakhi' Wins Adoor Bhasi Award - The New Indian Express". newindianexpress.com. Archived from the original on 22 December 2015. Retrieved 20 December 2015.
  6. "Complete List of Actor Riyas M.T Movies | Riyas M.T Filmography". Archived from the original on 20 September 2014. Retrieved 20 December 2015.
  7. "South Duo Biju Sopanam And Shivani Menon-starrer Rani Set To Hit Theatres Soon". News18. 13 September 2023. Retrieved 9 December 2023.
  8. 1 2 "വാക്കുകളില്ലാത്ത ഒരു നിശബ്ദ ചിത്രം... manoramaonline.com". manoramaonline.com. Retrieved 22 March 2017.