Bheeman Reghu | |
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 Reghu at an event in 2013 | |
| Born | Reghu Damodharan[1] 6 October 1953 |
| Other names | Bheeman Raghu |
| Alma mater | University of Kerala (LLB) |
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| Years active | 1981–present |
| Political party | Communist Party of India (Marxist) (since 2023) |
| Spouse |
Sudha Reghu (m. 1978) |
| Children | 3 |
Reghu Damodharan (born 6 October 1953), known by his stage name Bheeman Reghu is an Indian actor and retired police officer. Before transitioning to a full-time career in cinema, he served as a sub-inspector in the Kerala Police. With a career spanning over four decades, Reghu has appeared in more than 400 films, predominantly in Malayalam cinema. While he is best recognized for his villainous roles, he has occasionally ventured into comedic performances.
Beyond acting, he has also been involved in politics and film direction. In 2016, Reghu ran for the Kerala Legislative Assembly election as a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate from Pathanapuram constituency, finishing in third place. In 2023, Reghu quit BJP and joined the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPIM). He made his directorial debut with Chaana (2023).