Riaz M. T.


Riaz Pathan, 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.
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, 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 in 2012.
Riaz's Second Movie released was Onnum Onnum Moonu, released in 2015.

Filmography

As actor

YearFilmRoleDirectorLanguage---
2013Flat No.4BReghuKrishnajith S VijayanMalayalam---
2014Onnum onnum moonuAlexanderAdbilashMalayalam---
2017Eliyamma Chedathiyude Adyathe ChristmasNo NameBenny AshamsaMalayalam---
2017ClintHero FriendHarikumarMalayalam---
2018Dust BinJeevaMadhu ThathampallyMalayalam---
2018Kayamkulam KochunniBhrahminRoshan AndrewsMalayalam---
2020GadiyaraPolice OfficerPrabhik MughaveerKannada---
2021Randam PakuthiAlexKrishnajith S VijayanMalayalam---
2021KaruvuSaithaliSreeshmaMalayalam---
2021Dravida RajakumaranBaskaranSajeev KilikulamMalayalam---
2023RaniKaryasthanNizamudheen NazarMalayalam---
2025TonyKrishnajith S VijayanMalayalam

As a story writer

No.YearFilmLanguageParticipation-
12013Flat No.4B MalayalamScreenwriter-
22019Baluvinte Itheehyam MalayalamStory & Script
32021Pampadum Cholai TamilStory & Script-

As a director

No.YearFilmLanguage
12019The Deaf No Language - No Human Voice
22019Baluvinte Ithihyam Malayalam

As a lyricist

Riaz M T debuted as a Lyricist in Flat No.4B by writing the song of the film, "Iniyumeerananiyumo".
No.YearSongFilmSingerLanguageMusicNotes
12013"Iniyumeeraniyumo"Flat No.4BG VenugopalMalayalamNikhil PrabhaFeatured in the title credits of the film
22013"Arike O ennarike"Flat No.4BRemya SwaminathanMalayalamNikhil PrabhaFeatured 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"AjmalEldho MathewSulfiArabicUAE National Day 2018 Album – 100 years of Shake Zayed

As a model

No.YearCompany
12017Sharekhan