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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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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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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.- 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). - Actress
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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.- 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.- Anna Ben is a prominent Indian actress known for her work in Malayalam cinema. Born in Kochi, Kerala, she made her acting debut in 2019 with the critically acclaimed film "Kappela," where her performance earned her widespread recognition.
Anna Ben pursued her education at the University of Delhi, where she completed her degree in English Literature. Her passion for acting led her to participate in various theatre productions during her college years, honing her skills and preparing her for a career in films.
Following her breakout role, she starred in several successful movies, including "Helen" and "Kappela," showcasing her versatility and talent as an actress. Anna is known for her ability to portray a wide range of characters, from strong-willed women to vulnerable figures, earning her a place in the hearts of audiences and critics alike.
In addition to her film work, Anna Ben is recognized for her commitment to social causes and her involvement in various charitable activities. With a growing fan base and a promising career ahead, she continues to be a significant figure in the Malayalam film industry. - Actor
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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), Odiyan (2018) and Kattappanayile Rithwik Roshan (2016). He is married to Seena.- 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.- Actress
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Srinda is an Indian actress known for her work in Malayalam cinema. She made her debut in Four Friends (2010), but gained recognition with her role in 22 Female Kottayam (2012). She has since appeared in popular films like Annayum Rasoolum (2013), 1983 (2014), Kuruthi (2021), and Bheeshma Parvam (2022). Before acting, Srinda worked as an assistant director and briefly as a television anchor. She studied at Sacred Heart College, Thevara, and has been passionate about films and photography since childhood.- Actor
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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.- Actor
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Vinayakan was born on 11 December 1984 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor and director, known for Jailer (2023), Kammatti Paadam (2016) and R.I.P. (2018).- 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.- 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).- Saniya Iyappan is a popular Indian actress and dancer who primarily works in the Malayalam film industry. Born in Kochi, Kerala, she began her career in entertainment as a contestant on the reality dance show D2 - D4 Dance, where she gained recognition for her remarkable dancing skills.
Saniya made her acting debut as a child artist in the Malayalam film Balyakalasakhi (2014). However, her breakthrough came with her role in the film Queen (2018), where she portrayed a bold and strong-willed college student. This performance garnered her praise from both critics and the audience, establishing her as a talented young actress in the Malayalam industry.
Saniya further gained attention with roles in films like Lucifer (2019), where she acted alongside Mohanlal, and Pathinettam Padi (2019). Known for her versatility and ability to portray intense characters, Saniya has become a rising star in South Indian cinema.
Apart from acting, Saniya is also passionate about dance and frequently shares her dance performances on social media, where she has a large following. She continues to work on diverse projects in Malayalam cinema, earning accolades for her performances. - Actor
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Sreenath Bhasi was born on 29 May 1988 in Palluruthy, Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor and producer, known for Kappela (2020), Varathan (2018) and Bheeshma Parvam (2022). He is married to Reethu Zachariah.- 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. - Anna Rajan was born in Aluva, Kochi, Kerala, India. She is known for Angamaly Diaries (2017), Ayyappanum Koshiyum (2020) and Velipadinte Pusthakam (2017).
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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.- Anarkali Marikar is a talented Malayalam actress who rose to fame with her strong performances in films and her bold screen presence. She was born in Kochi, Kerala, and comes from a family with an artistic background-her father, Haris Marikar, is a well-known photographer, which exposed her to the world of creativity at a young age.
Anarkali made her acting debut in 2016 with the critically acclaimed film Aanandam, directed by Ganesh Raj, where she played the role of Darshana. Her portrayal was widely appreciated, and it opened the doors to more significant roles in the Malayalam film industry. Since then, she has appeared in a variety of roles that have showcased her versatility, including films like Uyare (2019), Mandharam (2018), and Maradona (2018).
Known for her strong on-screen characters and independent persona, Anarkali has built a reputation for taking on unconventional roles. She often portrays characters that challenge societal norms, contributing to her appeal as a modern, progressive actress in Malayalam cinema.
Aside from acting, Anarkali is active on social media and uses her platform to advocate for causes like mental health and women's rights. She is admired for her bold fashion choices and her willingness to speak out on important social issues. With her growing presence in the Malayalam film industry, Anarkali Marikar continues to be a promising and influential figure in contemporary Indian cinema. - Actor
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Arjun Ashokan was born on 29 August 1993 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor, known for Romancham (2023), Unda (2019) and Aaha (2021). He is married to Nikita Ganeshan.- 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.- Manju Pathrose was born on 27 February 1986 in Kizhakkambalam, Kochi, Kerala, India. She is an actress, known for Maheshinte Prathikaaram (2016), Ka (2023) and North 24 Kaatham (2013). She is married to Sunichan Echos.
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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.- Actor
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Vishnu Vinay was born on 8 April 1987 in Kochi, Kerala, India. He is an actor and director, known for Anand Sreebala (2024), The Gambinos (2019) and History of Joy (2017).