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Dileep
Gopalakrishnan Padmanabhan Pillai, better known by his stage name Dileep, is an Indian actor, producer, and businessman who predominantly works in the Malayalam film industry. He has acted in more than 150 films and has won several awards, including four Kerala State Film Awards and one Filmfare Awards South. Beginning as an impressionist in stage shows, Dileep obtained recognition after being cast in the television comedy series ''Comicola'' on Asianet and its successor '' Cinemala''. He then produced and performed in the audio cassette series ''De Maveli Kombathu'' with Nadirshah, a successful sketch comedy, which was later turned into a television series on Asianet. He began his film career as an assistant director and worked under director Kamal in nine films, beginning with '' Vishnulokam'' in 1991, and made his acting debut with a minor role in Kamal's ''Ennodu Ishtam Koodamo'' (1992). He acted in a principal role in the 1994 film '' Manathe Kottaram'' taking the scree ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Manju Warrier
Manju Warrier (; born 10 September 1978) is an Indian actress, producer, classical dancer and playback singer who primarily appears in Malayalam language films. She is the recipient of several awards including one National Film Award, one Kerala State Film Award and seven Filmfare Awards South. She is regarded as one of the most prolific actresses in Malayalam cinema. She made her acting debut in ''Sakshyam'' (1995) at the age of 17. Her notable films include '' Thooval Kottaram'' (1996), ''Sallapam'' (1996), ''Ee Puzhayum Kadannu'' (1996), and ''Aaraam Thampuran'' (1997). Warrier married actor Dileep in 1998 and stopped acting. Since their divorce in 2014, she returned to cinema with the critically and commercially successful Malayalam film '' How Old Are You?'' (2014). Early life Manju Warrier was born on 10 September 1978 in Nagercoil city of Kanyakumari district of Tamil Nadu in a Malayali family. Her family is originally from Pullu village in Thrissur district of Kera ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kamal (director)
Kamaluddin Mohammed Majeed, mononymously known as Kamal, is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and producer. He works in Malayalam cinema. He was the former Chairman of Kerala State Chalachitra Academy. Kamal made his directorial debut with the 1986 film ''Mizhineerppoovukal''. In a career spanning over three decades, Kamal has directed over forty films. His films have won various National Film Awards and Kerala State Film Awards, including films such as ''Ulladakkam'' (1991), ''Mazhayethum Munpe'' (1995), ''Niram'' (1999), '' Madhuranombarakkattu'' (2000), '' Meghamalhar'' (2001), ''Nammal'' (2002), '' Perumazhakkalam'' (2004), ''Karutha Pakshikal'' (2006), and ''Celluloid'' (2013). Personal life Kamal was born on 28 November 1957 in Kodungallur, as the eldest son of late K.M. Abdul Majeed and late Suleikhabi. He has two younger brothers. He is married to his first cousin Saburabi. They have two children, Jenuse Mohamed and Hanna Shanu. Jenuse made his debut as film direc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Graand Production
Graand Production is a film production company which produces Malayalam language films, founded by Indian film actor Dileep Gopalakrishnan Padmanabhan Pillai, better known by his stage name Dileep, is an Indian actor, producer, and businessman who predominantly works in the Malayalam film industry. He has acted in more than 150 films and has won several awards, inc ... and his brother Anoop. Its first production venture was the 2003 film '' C.I.D. Moosa''. Filmography References Companies based in Kochi Indian companies established in 2003 Film production companies of Kerala 2003 establishments in Kerala Mass media companies established in 2003 {{film-company-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Manathe Kottaram
''Manathe Kottaram'' () is a 1994 Indian Malayalam-language comedy-drama film directed by Sunil and written by Kalabhavan Ansar and Robin. The film was produced by Hameed under the banner of Gemi Movies and distributed by Star Plus Release. It stars Dileep, Nadirshah, Indrans, Harisree Ashokan and Khushbu. Suresh Gopi makes a cameo appearance. Meanwhile, ‘Manathe Kottaram’ was directed by Sunil. Actors Dileep, Nadirsha, Harisree Ashokan, Indrans essayed the lead characters in the movie. The movie is about four young men, who are huge admirers of actress Khushboo. The four meeting the actress and a series of events taking place form the crux of the movie. Plot Four struggling young men who were big fans of movie actress Khushboo finally get a chance to meet and befriend her when she moves into the mansion next door and through her Dileep also gets a chance to star in a movie. Cast * Dileep as Dileep * Harisree Ashokan as Balan * Indrans as Appu * Nadirsha as Sabu * Khush ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kavya Madhavan
Kavya Madhavan (born 19 September 1984) is a former Indian actress, who appeared predominantly in Malayalam films. She made her debut in 1991 as a child artist in '' Pookkalam Varavayi''. Her debut role as a lead actress was in Lal Jose's '' Chandranudikkunna Dikhil'' in 1999, when she was in the ninth grade. Its success established her status as a leading actress in the industry during the 2000s. She has acted in over 75 movies. She has won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress twice, for her performances in ''Perumazhakkalam'' (2004) and '' Gaddama'' (2010). Early life Kavya was born on 19 September 1984 in Kerala. Acting career Kavya first appeared as a child actor in Kamal's film '' Pookkalam Varavayi'' (1991) at the age of six. Subsequently, she was offered parts in other projects such as ''Pavam IA Ivachan'' (1994), ''Parassala Pachan Payyannur Paramu'' (1994) by P. Venu and '' Azhakiya Ravanan'' (1996), directed by Kamal. She was offered the female lead in '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ennodu Ishtam Koodamo
''Ennodishtam Koodamo'' () is a 1992 Indian Malayalam-language romantic comedy film directed by Kamal, written by Raghunath Paleri and produced by Mudra Sasi. It stars Mukesh, Madhoo, Siddique, J. D. Chakravarthy and Janardhanan. The film marks the acting debut of Dileep who played a small role and the Malayalam film debut of J. D. Chakravarthy. Dileep and Lal Jose served as assistant directors to Kamal. Plot This movie is a campus love story, where the daughter of a policeman and a poor guy fall in love. However, her family want her to marry a policeman. Although the job of policemen is to protect the law, they start breaking the law using all sorts of violence and violating her right to marriage by corruption. Cast * Mukesh as Ramanunni *Madhoo as Arathi Menon / Bobby * Siddique as City Police Commissioner Jinachandran IPS *Mavelikkara Ponnamma as Arathi's Grandmother * J. D. Chakravarthy as Renjith Lal * Janardhanan as Circle Inspector / Arathi's Uncle * K.P.A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vidyadhiraja Vidya Bhavan Higher Secondary School
Vidyadhiraja Vidya Bhavan Higher Secondary School (VVBHSS) is an educational institution in Aluva, Kerala, India. It is functioning under the Geetha Bhavan Trust formed by Swami Gopalananda Theertha. Notable alumni * Siju Wilson, Actor * Dileep Gopalakrishnan Padmanabhan Pillai, better known by his stage name Dileep, is an Indian actor, producer, and businessman who predominantly works in the Malayalam film industry. He has acted in more than 150 films and has won several awards, inc ..., actor References Schools in Ernakulam district High schools and secondary schools in Kerala Aluva Educational institutions in India with year of establishment missing {{Kerala-school-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cinemala
''Cinemala'' () is a Malayalam television parody series that aired on Asianet. Broadcast The first episode aired on Asianet, a Malayalam news television network, on 20 August 1993. It was the first show aired on Asianet. The program was broadcast in thirty-minute episodes every Sunday at 1:30 pm (IST) until its completion in 2013. History It started as a film-based satire, which later on began to delve into contemporary political and social issues. It focused on current events, often referencing figures such as politicians and media personalities in a satirical way. These public figures were played by mimicry artists from Malayalam television. It was awarded a place in the ''Limca Book of Records'' as one of the longest-running TV shows. On 7 April 2013, it aired its 1,000th episode. Cinemala 1000 To celebrate the broadcasting of the 1,000th episode of ''Cinemala,'' Asianet conducted a mega stage show on July 31, 2013 titled ''CINEMA LA 1000'' at Gokulam Convention Ce ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aluva
Aluva (; also known by its former name Alwaye) is a town in the Ernakulam District in Kerala, India. It is a part of the Kochi metropolitan area and is situated around from the city center on the banks of Periyar River. A major transportation hub, with easy access to all major forms of transportation, Aluva acts as a corridor which links the highland districts to the rest of Kerala. Cochin International Airport at Nedumbassery is 11.7 km from Aluva. Aluva is accessible through rail (Aluva railway station), air (Cochin International Airport), metro ( Kochi Metro) along with major highways and roadlines. Aluva KSRTC bus station is an important transport hub in Kerala and one of the busiest stations in central part of the state. Aluva, home to the summer residency of the Travancore royal family–the Alwaye Palace-is also famous for the Sivarathri festival celebrated annually at the sandbanks of Periyar. The Advaita Ashrams in Aluva founded in 1913 by Sree Naraya ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Impressionist (entertainment)
An impressionist or a mimic is a performer whose act consists of imitating sounds, voices and mannerisms of celebrities and cartoon characters. The word usually refers to a professional comedian/ entertainer who specializes in such performances and has developed a wide repertoire of impressions, including adding to them, often to keep pace with current events. Impressionist performances are a classic casino entertainment genre. Someone who imitates one particular person without claiming a wide range, such as a lookalike, is instead called an impersonator. In very broad contexts, "impersonator" may be substituted for "impressionist" where the distinction between the two is less important than avoiding confusion with the use of "impressionist" in painting and music. Usually the most "impressive" aspect of the performance is the vocal fidelity to the target – usually a politician or a famous person. Props may also be employed, such as glasses or hats, but these are now ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kalabhavan
Kalabhavan ( lit. "The House of Arts"), also known as Cochin Kalabhavan, is a centre for learning performing arts in Kochi, India. ''Kalabhavan'' is notable and known for being the first organized performing mimicry group in Kerala and which popularised the art of mimicry in the state of Kerala. Ever since its founding, Kalabhavan has served as a grooming centre for acting aspirants. Hence, Kalabhavan has contributed numerous actors as well as film directors to Malayalam cinema. Founded on 3 September 1969, by C.M.I. priest Fr. Abel, with the help of K. K. Antony, a music teacher, and K. J. Yesudas, then a budding playback singer, started Kalabhavan as the Christian Arts Club to promote Christian music, what Kalabhavan initially took up was producing Christian religious songs. Later they moved on to ''Ganamela'' (Concerts for film songs). Mimicry performances of individual artists were used as 'fillers' in between stage programs. Later, mimicry was organized as a team event ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maharaja's College, Ernakulam
The Maharaja's College is a government college of higher education located in Kochi, Kerala. Established in 1875, it is one of the oldest colleges in India. Located in the heart of the city, the college is spread over a campus of on the banks of Vembanad Lake. Blanketed by tall and rare species of trees, its campus features is a mix of old and modern architecture and covers a total area of , providing infrastructural facilities for the 22 departments of the college. History This multidisciplinary centre of higher learning had its humble beginnings as a single room English school started by the Royal (Kingdom of Cochin) Shankara Warrier in 1845 "to impart such instruction to the students as would enable them to converse with Englishmen without the aid of an interpreter". The school was upgraded to a college in 1875 and in June 1925 the college acquired its present name. The college provided instruction in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, History and Economics. At ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
