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Fahadh is the son of Malayalam film director Fazil, and his wife Rozina. He has two sisters, Ahameda and Fatima, and a brother, Farhaan Faasil. He completed his schooling from SDV Central School Alleppey, Lawrence School Ooty and Choice School Thripunithara. He went on to pursue his degree from Sanatana Dharma College Alleppey and M.A. in philosophy from the University of Miami.
Fahadh made his debut at the age of 19 in his father Fazil's Kaiyethum Doorath (2002) which turned out to be a commercial failure. After a gap of six years, Fahadh made his comeback with the anthology film Kerala Cafe (2009). His notable films include Chaappa Kurishu, Diamond Necklace, 22 Female Kottayam, Amen, Artist, Annayum Rasoolum, North 24 Kaatham, Bangalore Days, and Iyobinte Pusthakam. He won the Kerala State Film Awards for Best Actor for his roles in Artist and North 24 Kaatham and Second Best Actor Award for his role in Akam.
On 20 January 2014, he got engaged to Malayalam and Tamil film actress Nazriya Nazim whom he married on 21 August 2014. The pair had gotten to know each other more on the sets of Anjali Menon's Bangalore Days (2014), in which they were playing a husband and wife. Fahadh revealed that their parents had been pivotal in arranging the marriage.- Actor
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Soubin Shahir has become an imminent part of the Malayalam Film Industry. In the recent past, Soubin has played an array of challenging characters and he seems to be hungry for more. His first full lead role was in the film Sudani from Nigeria (2018) for which he won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor.- Actor
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Born and brought up in Mumbai, India, John Abraham is one of the most successful male models in India. John grew up in a middle class family. His father Abraham John is a Syrian Christian (Nasrani or Saint Thomas Christian) from Aluva, Kerala, India and his mother Firoza Irani is a Zoroastrian Parsi from India's Parsi community. His father is an architect and his mother is a homemaker and charity worker. He has a younger brother named Alan Abraham. John's Parsi name given to him by his mother's family is Farhan. Being a Syrian Christian from Kerala, his father gave him John, a biblical name, as his first name and Abraham as his last name from the Nasrani naming system by receiving the father's first name as a last name. A Syrian Christian person from Kerala receives their surname from their paternal grandfather, father, or family house.
John studied at Bombay Scottish School, Mahim in Mumbai. He got his bachelor's degree in honors economics from Jai Hind College and got his MBA from Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai. John also received an MMS from Mumbai Educational Trust (MET). He was the captain of his football team at Jai Hind College. He also ran track at Bombay Scottish School, where he was a champion in the 100 and 200 meter dashes. John trained in Tae Kwon Do under master Javed Khan.
After college, he worked in media at Time & Space Media Entertainment Promotions Ltd and Enterprise Nexus. His big break came when he entered the Gladrags Manhunt competition in March of 1999. He almost missed the deadline, but luckily, he was allowed in. John won Gladrags Manhunt and went on to compete for Gladrags Manhunt International in the Philippines, where he finished first runner-up. After that, he began working on many modeling assignments. He got signed by Cary Models in Singapore and did a fair amount of work there, and later in Hong Kong, London, and New York.
With a name like John Abraham, it gave him a noted stand when he entered the modeling field. His revolutionary looks, macho body, baby smiles, and nice character made him the highest-paid supermodel in India. Being a hot star in the modeling world, he made his film debut in 2003. Not like usual Bollywood heroes who debut in male-oriented action features, he accepted the erotic and emotional Jism (2003). Unfortunately the film did not do well, but his work was noticed widely. Later the same year came the paranormal Saaya (2003) and romantic Paap (2003), neither of which did well at the box office.
His first blockbuster smash hit came in the year 2004 when he played the antihero Kabir in Dhoom (2004).- Actor
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Dulquer Salmaan was born on 28 July 1986 as the younger son of actor Mammootty and Sulfath. He studied in Kerala till primary classes, after which he joined Sishya School in Chennai. He received his bachelor's degree from Purdue University, U.S. He married Chennai-based architect Amal Sufiya, on 22 December 2011. Dulquer Salmaan and Amaal Sufiya have been blessed with a daughter on 5th May 2017. He has also been involved in several social service activities. He has acted in a short film as part of the Kerala motor vehicle department's safe riding campaign. He donated 150 items, including clothing, shoes, books, school supplies and crockery items, as a part of the Chennai Gives initiative. In addition, he is the owner of a web portal for trading cars and a dental business chain in Chennai. He also acts as the director of the Bangalore-based Motherhood Hospital.- Actor
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Sreenath Bhasi was born on 29 May 1988 in Palluruthy, Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor, known for Varathan (2018), Kappela (2020) and Bheeshma Parvam (2022). He is married to Reethu Zachariah.- Kochi on the island of Shikoku was bombed from the air and razed to the ground by the USA during 1945, but Kochi castle still stands as a historical point of interest. More recently the city has acted as the birth place of short-haired tomboyish singer and actress Hirosue Ryoko. She signed up for the corporate Clearasil/P&G cosmetics' model contest in 1994 when she was 14 and subsequently made her television debut the following year singing on the TK Music Camp program. She began acting for television. She had moved to Kanagawa as a teenager where she had an aunt. By 1997 she was nominated for and won the Best Supporting Actress prize at the 14th Television Drama Academy Awards. She would go on to garner multiple awards for her work on both the small and big screen in the next decade. She released multiple singles and full-length albums of pop music during this time. She enrolled in Waseda University in 1999, but did not graduate. She appeared in the Tokyo-shot French film Wasabi in 2001 where she recited her French lines without understanding them. Hirosue married model Okazawa Takahiro on January 17th, 2004 and gave birth to their son three months later. The marriage actually lasted four years. The relationship though had lasted two since the wedding. She became a single mother at the age of 27. She worked less during her marriage and pregnancy, but had the occasion to appear on screen with Yu Aoi in Hana & Alice in 2004. She had the occasion to work with Yu again in Flowers in 2010. She played alternately an understanding/betraying/compromising wife in Departures in 2008, which won the 81st Academy Awards Best Foreign Language Film. She married Izutsu Jun, a candle artist and candle shop owner, in late 2010. She had previously dated Nagai Masaru rumours be believed. They had met in Haiti in March of 2010 participating in earthquake relief there. They have two children. Nonetheless she was caught visiting actor Takeru Sato overnight at his place. Reportedly, she was living alone as she had requested to do during her first marriage, which had lead to that divorce. She cites karaoke and watching movies as favourite pastimes. Like the usual array of celebrities Hirosue fronts for corporate and material goods like NTT, Shiseido and Coca Cola.
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Jean Paul Lal was born on 2 June 1988 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is a director and actor, known for Honey Bee (2013), Hi I'm Tony (2014) and Driving Licence (2019).- Actor
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Born in India and raised in Canada, he is an award-winning screenwriter, short film director and actor with several series regular and recurring character credits. He broke into television as a writer, and is best known as one of the original writers of the classic Muppet TV show Fraggle Rock. He starred in a CBC TV movie he wrote, Best of Both Worlds, which launched his acting career. He was the first visible minority to attend the prestigious Canadian Film Centre as a writer-director, where he was trained by renowned directors Norman Jewison and Daniel Petrie, Sr. as well as famed editor Lou Lombardo and Oscar-winning composer James Horner among many others. His award-winning short films have screened at numerous festivals worldwide. Also a Dora award-nominated stage actor and produced playwright. Member of the Writers Guild of Canada, ACTRA and Canadian Actors Equity as well as a voting member of the Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television. He has taught screenwriting and acting at the college level and given seminars across Canada.- Actor
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Arjun Ashokan was born on 29 August 1993 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor, known for Unda (2019), Aaha (2021) and Kaduva (2022). He is married to Nikita Ganeshan.- Actress
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Asha Kelunni, better known by her stage name Revathi, is a highly acclaimed Indian actress and director, recognized for her significant contributions to Tamil and Malayalam cinema, as well as her notable presence in Telugu, Hindi, and Kannada films. Born in Cochin (present-day Kochi) to Malank Kelunni Nair, a major in the Indian Army, from Palakkad, and Lalitha Kelunni, Revathi began her journey in the entertainment industry with a chance encounter that would change her life.
During her school days, Revathi participated in a fashion show, and a photograph of her from the event became the cover of a popular Tamil magazine. This caught the attention of director Bharathiraja, who was in search of a new heroine for his film "Mann Vasanai." This marked the beginning of her acting career, and her debut in the Tamil film industry with "Mann Vasanai" in 1983 was a silver jubilee hit, earning her a Filmfare Special Award - South.
Revathi continued to make waves in the industry, making her Malayalam debut with "Kattathe Kilikkoodu" in 1983, which also achieved great success. She ventured into Telugu films with "Seethamma Pelli" in 1984 and gained recognition for her roles in films like "Kai Kodukkum Kai" (1984) and "Vaidehi Kathirunthal" (1984). Her breakthrough role came in Mani Ratnam's "Mouna Ragam" (1986), where she portrayed the spirited and headstrong Divya.
Known for her versatility, Revathi took on diverse roles and portrayed strong, relatable women characters. She achieved critical acclaim for her performances in films like "Punnagai Mannan" (1986), "Kakkothikkavile Appooppan Thaadikal" (1988), and "Kizhakku Vaasal" (1990). Her remarkable acting skills were further recognized with a National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress in "Thevar Magan" (1992).
In the early 1990s, Revathi continued to deliver hits such as "Kilukkam" (1991) and "Marupadiyum" (1993). Her success extended to Hindi cinema with films like "Love" (1991), and she won a National Film Award for her role in "Thevar Magan." Revathi's golden era persisted until the late 1990s, marked by notable films like "Anjali" (1990), "Magalir Mattum" (1994), and "Thalaimurai" (1998).
Apart from her acting prowess, Revathi showcased her directorial skills with two feature films, "Mitr, My Friend" and "Phir Milenge." She also contributed to anthology films like "Kerala Cafe" and the unreleased "Mumbai Cutting."
Revathi's talent transcended regional boundaries, and she captivated Hindi audiences with her performances in "Margarita with a Straw" (2014) and "2 States" (2014). Her notable Tamil films include "Pa Paandi" (2017) and "Jackpot" (2019), while her impactful role in the Malayalam film "Virus" (2019) showcased her continued excellence.
In 2022, Revathi received the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress for her role in "Bhoothakaalam." She also portrayed Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan's mother, Dhanalakshmi, in the bilingual Telugu and Hindi film "Major."
Revathi's journey in the film industry is not only marked by her acting prowess but also by her directorial achievements and her ability to contribute significantly to cinema across multiple languages. Her enduring legacy is a testament to her talent and versatility.- Director
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Bejoy Nambiar was born on 12 April 1979 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is a director and producer, known for Taish (2020), Solo (2017) and Shaitan (2011). He was previously married to Juhi Babbar.- Saniya Iyappan was born on 20 April 2002 in Kochi, Kerala, India. She is an actress, known for Lucifer (2019), Queen (2018) and Salute (2022).
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Jayasurya was born on 31 August 1978 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor and producer, known for Su Su Sudhi Vathmeekam (2015), Iyobinte Pusthakam (2014) and Njan Marykutty (2018). He has been married to Saritha since 25 January 2004. They have two children.- Actress
Gouri Kishan was born on 17 August 1999 in Kochi, Kerala, India. She is an actress, known for 96 (2018), Master (2021) and Jaanu (2020).- Anna Ben was born on 7 August 1999 in Kochi, Kerala, India. She is an actress, known for Kumbalangi Nights (2019), Kappela (2020) and Helen (2019).
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Khalid Rahman was born on 19 February 1986 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is a director and writer, known for Anuraga Karikkin Vellam (2016), Unda (2019) and Love (2020).- Actor
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Lal was born on 2 December 1958 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor and writer, known for Hera Pheri (2000), Ponniyin Selvan: Part I (2022) and Godfather (1991). He is married to Nancy Paul.- Anarkali Marikar was born on 8 February 1997 in Kochi, Kerala, India. She is an actress, known for Gaganachari, Aanandam (2016) and Amala (2021).
- Mathew Thomas is an actor from the Malayalam film industry. His debut was through Kumblangi nights (2019). His fame rose higher through the Thanner Mathan Dinangal (2019). He was born on 16 October 2002 in Thiruvankulam, Kerala. He studied in Gregorian Public School. He was born in a Christian family to Biju John and Susan K Mathew.
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Siddique was born on 1 October 1962 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor and producer, known for Drishyam (2013), Kattappanayile Rithwik Roshan (2016) and Odiyan (2018). He is married to Seena.- Actor
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Jude Anthany Joseph was born on 25 April 1983 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor and director, known for 2018 (2023), Ohm Shanthi Oshaana (2014) and Minnal Murali (2021). He is married to Diyana Ann James.- Actress
Manju Pathrose was born on 27 February 1986 in Kizhakkambalam, Kochi, Kerala, India. She is an actress, known for Ka (2023), Heaven (2022) and Maheshinte Prathikaaram (2016). She is married to Sunichan Echos.- Antony Varghese is a popular Malayalam TV and film actor who made his debut in the year 2017. He is commonly known by his screen name Pepe. He completed his graduation from Ernakulam's Maharaja's College. Varghese signed his debut movie Angamaly Diaries (2017) as the lead role, playing Vincent Pepe in the film.
The film was directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery and was a box office hit, which got several Filmfare Awards South. In 2018, Varghese received the South Filmfare Award for Best Malayalam Male Debut for the same movie. His second movie was Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil (2018), directed by Tinu Pappachan, and Varghese played the role of Jacob in the movie.
In 2018, he also appeared in a short movie, Mouse Trap, in which he played the role of Subash Chandra Bose. In 2019, he appeared in Jallikattu (2019), which was again directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery. The film was so successful that it got its official entry, a nomination at the Oscars, in the Best International Feature category at the 93rd Academy Awards.
He again collaborated with director Tinu Pappachan and played the role of Lali in the movie Ajagajantharam (2021). The same year, he became famous because of his travel vlog, Wabi Sabi.
In 2022, Varghese appeared in four movies. He first appeared in Super Sharanya (2022), in which he appeared in a Cameo role, and then in Innale Vare (2022), which was directed by Jis Joy.
Varghese was next seen in Aanaparambile World Cup (2022) and Abhishek K.S. Oh Meri Laila (2022). In 2023, Varghese appeared as Hari along with Geethi Sangeetha in Vineeth Chakyar's Poovan (2023). - Actor
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Vinayakan was born on 11 December 1984 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor and director, known for Kammatti Paadam (2016), Jailer (2023) and R.I.P. (2018).- Actor
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Shabareesh Varma was born on 23 August 1985 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor and assistant director, known for Premam (2015), Brahmastra Part One: Shiva (2022) and Double Barrel (2015).- Actor
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Sharafudheen was born on 25 October 1984 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor and producer, known for Premam (2015), Anjaam Pathiraa (2020) and Varathan (2018). He has been married to Beema since 2015. They have two children.- Music Artist
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K.J. Yesudas was born on 10 January 1940 in Fort Kochi, Kingdom of Cochin, British India. He is a music artist and actor, known for Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja (2009), Moondram Pirai (1982) and Kaththi (2014). He has been married to Prabha since 1970.- Animation Department
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Tetsuya Nomura was born on 8 October 1970 in Kochi, Japan. He is a director and writer, known for Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children (2005), Kingdom Hearts III (2019) and Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin (2022).- Writer
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Siddique was born on 1 October 1962 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He was a writer and director, known for Bodyguard (2011), Hera Pheri (2000) and Big Brother (2020). He was married to Seena. He died on 8 August 2023 in Kochi, Kerala, India.- Anjali Nair was born on 16 July 1988 in Kochi, Kerala, India. She is an actress, known for Drishyam 2 (2021), Hridayam (2022) and Ram.
- Reshma Rajan was born in Aluva, Kochi, Kerala, India. She is known for Angamaly Diaries (2017), Ayyappanum Koshiyum (2020) and Velipadinte Pusthakam (2017).
- Gopika Ramesh was born on 5 July 2000 in Kochi, Kerala, India. She is an actress, known for Suzhal - The Vortex (2022), Thanneermathan Dinangal (2019) and Four (2022).
- Hideo Takamatsu was born on 24 October 1929 in Nagaoka-gun, Kochi, Japan. He was an actor, known for The Last Emperor (1987), Kyojin Ôkuma Shigenobu (1963) and Shogun (1980). He died on 26 February 2007 in Kanagawa, Japan.
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Ananya made her acting debut in Malayalam with Positive (2008) and at the same year she rose to fame in her debut Tamil film Naadodigal, which was a high commercial success. She was well appreciated for her role in the film. The film Shikkar alongside Mohanlal, gave her a big break in Malayalam. She did some thrilling scenes in the climax of the movie Shikkar that impressed Mohanlal, which made him call her the "VijayaShanthi" of Malayalam. Malayalam movie Kandahar is the most famous in her list, where she will be acting alongside Mohanlal, Sunil Shetty and Amitabh Bachchan. It will be simultaneously released in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi.- Composer
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Gopi Sundar was born on 30 May 1977 in Kochi, India. He is a composer and actor, known for Chennai Express (2013), Pulimurugan (2016) and Bangalore Days (2014).- Sadhika Venugopal is an actress who has made her presence in both television and film industries. She has anchored few programs and also appeared in many advertisements. Sadhika played the lead role in the serial 'Pattusari' aired in Mazhavil Manorama.
Personal Life Sadhika (Radhika) was born as the only daughter of Mr. Venugopal (Venu Sithara) and Mrs. Renuka at Kozhikode. Her father is a director, while mother an actress. Sadhika did her graduation in Business Management from Coimbatore. She completed her Post Graduation in Psychology and masters in human research /marketting. Sadhika has interest in modeling, acting, travelling and music. Sadhika is married to Bhibin, a businessman.
Acting Career Sadhika started her career in professional modeling in 2009. Her acting debut was with the film 'Orkut Oru Ormakoottu'. She has also acted in films like 'Kalikaaalam', 'MLA Mani Patham Classum Gusthiyum'. Sadhika shot to fame appearing in the serial 'Pattusari' aired in Mazhavil Manorama. Her award winning short film 'Athe Karnathal' gave her more recognition. For her acting brilliance in the serial 'Pattusari', Sadhika won the Kazhcha Special Jury Award, Adoor Bhasi cultural forum television award and Ragarathna award best actress for the year 2013.
She has also appeared as model for popular brands like Indhulekha Skin Care Oil, Lalitha Textiles Madurai, Land Links, Primrose Fashions and Orange Boutique. Sadhika has done cover shoot for magazines like Manorama Arogyam, Manorama Health Book, Manorama Sambadhyam, Nammude Arogyam IMA, Mangalam and Mahila Chandrika. She has also anchored many programs in various channels. - Writer
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Full name - Mohammed Raffi. Spouse - Feseena. Children - Mubin M Raffi, Sidan M Raffi, Shiyan M Raffi. Latest Movies - Professor Dinkan (3D) Role Models (2017) as Director, Writer and actor. Two countries (2015) as writer and actor. Ring master (2014) as director, writer and actor. Worked with Siddique Lal as an assistant director From 1990 to 1994 With Meccartin Known as "Rafi-mecartin" , written 20 screenplays and directed 9 movies. Raffi and Meccartin worked together 20 years from 1992 and separated in 2012. After that, Raffi penned for four movies (Ring master, Two countries, Role models, Professor Dinkan) Directed two movies (Ring Master and Role Models) Acted in several movies ( Two countries, Ring mater, Thobama, Vikadakumaran, Sherlok tomes, Role models, shajahanum pareekuttiyum )- Vinay Forrt was born on 13 January 1983 in Fort Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor, known for Premam (2015), Malik (2021) and Unda (2019).
- Sumi Shimamoto was born on 8 December 1954 in Kochi, Japan. She is an actress, known for Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (1984), Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro (1979) and Princess Mononoke (1997). She is married to Daisuke Koshikawa.
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Ganesh Raj, is the Director of the film Aanandam (2016). Before that, he was Vineeth Sreenivasan's Assistant Director. He worked with him on Thattathin Marayathu, Thira and Jacobinte Swargarajyam. He also assisted Anjali Menon in Bangalore Days. He is an engineering graduate born in Cochin. He did his schooling in Aleppey, Trivandrum and Cochin. After finishing his engineering, he got into filmmaking.- Riyaz Khan was born on 9 September 1972 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor, known for Ponniyin Selvan: Part I (2022), Ghajini (2008) and Power of Women (2005). He is married to Uma Riyaz Khan. They have two children.
- Yûko Daike was born on 9 August 1971 in Kôchi, Japan. She is an actress, known for The Blind Swordsman: Zatoichi (2003), Fireworks (1997) and Ju-on: The Curse 2 (2000).
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Manoj K. Jayan was born on 15 March 1966 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor and director, known for Dhrona 2010 (2010), Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja (2009) and Bheesmacharya (1994). He is married to Urvashi. They have one child.- Director
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Aashiq Abu is an Indian film director, producer and actor. He was born in Kochi, Keala in the year 1978 to C.M. Abu and Jameela Abu. Aashiq Abu did his graduation from Maharajas College, Ernakulam, where he was an active member for student union for consecutive years. He married Malayalam actress Rima Kallingal in the year 2013. Aashiq Abu was working as an assistant to director Kamal for few years and later in the year 2009 he came up with his first movie "Daddy Cool". His movies "Salt N' Pepper" (2011), "22 female Kottayam" (2012) are his best known films and later remade to other languages. Aashiq Abu has also done few Ad films. In the year 2013 he started a media production house named "OPM".- Manka Mahesh was born in Kochi, Kerala, India. She is known for Thavalam (2008), Malabar Wedding (2008) and Deepangal Sakshi (2005).
- Sona Olickal was born on 6 August 1999 in Kochi, Kerala, India. She is an actress, known for Kadakan (2024), Veyil (2022) and Parakramam.
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Unnimaya Prasad was born in Kochi, Kerala, India. She is known for Joji (2021), Anjaam Pathiraa (2020) and Oru Kuprasidha Payyan (2018).- Actress
Ann Sheetal was born on 2 August 1994 in Kochi, Kerala, India. She is an actress, known for Aaravam, Kaalidas (2019) and Ezra (2017).- Actor
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Siju Wilson was born on 22 November 1984 in Aluva, Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor and producer, known for Vasanthi (2021), Premam (2015) and Varayan (2022). He is married to Sruthi.- Jinu Joseph was born on 21 December 1975 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor, known for Bheeshma Parvam (2022), Iyobinte Pusthakam (2014) and Bheemante Vazhi (2021).