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Some Lesser Known Facts About Sreenivasan

• Sreenivasan was an Indian actor who predominantly worked in the Malayalam film industry.

• He was born and grew up in a modest family in Pattiom, Kannur district, Kerala.

• In an interview, Sreenivasan mentioned that his father was against his film acting career, but somehow, Sreenivasan managed to convince him and pursued a career in acting and film direction.
  

  Sreenivasan in his young age

• He had spent nearly 50 years in Malalayam film industry.

• In 1976, he made his debut in a supporting role in the film Manimuzhakkam.

• In 1977, to enhance his acting skills, Sreenivasan joined the Film and Television Institute of Tamil Nadu in Chennai to complete his formal training in films.

• While studying at the Film school, he was introduced to cinema through Aniyeri Prabhakaran, who later cast him in Mela (1980).
• In 1979, Sreenivasan bagged his first lead role in the film Sanghaganam.

• In 1984, he wrote his first film, Odaruthammava Aalariyam (1984).

• Sreenivasan had written over 50 scripts. Some of his notable works as a screenwriter include Nadodikkattu (1987), Vadakkunokkiyantram (1989), Sandesam (1991), Mazhayethum Munpe (1995), Chinthavishtayaya Shyamala (1998), Yathrakarude Sradhakku (2002), Katha Parayumpol (2007), and Njan Prakashan (2018), all of which are remembered for their sharp humor, strong social commentary, and relatable storytelling.

• Sreenivasan also proved to be a great director. His directorial debut film, Vadakkunokkiyanthram (1989), won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Film, while Chinthavishtayaya Shyamala (1998) received the National Film Award for Best Film on Other Social Issues.

• Throughout his film career, he acted in more than 225 films and was always known for his authentic and natural acting style. His performances made audiences laugh, cry, and reflect. Some of his notable films include Vadakkunokkiyantram (1989), Akkare Akkare Akkare (1990), Sandesam (1991), Mazhayethum Munpe (1995), Chinthavishtayaya Shyamala (1998), Makante Achan (2009), Passenger (2009), Aathmakatha (2010), Thattathin Marayathu (2012), and Njan Prakashan (2018).

• As a writer and actor, he mostly collaborated with film directors such as Priyadarshan, Sathyan Anthikad, and Kamal.

• Apart from writing, acting, and direction, he also co-produced films Katha Parayumpol (2007) and Thattathin Marayathu (2012) under the banner Lumiere Film Company, along with actor Mukesh.

• On 20 December 2025, Sreenivasan breathed his last at Taluk Hospital in Tripunithura, Kochi. He was suffering from Triple Vessel Disease for a long time.
  

  Sreenivasan’s family and friends mourn after his death

• Sreenivasan is survived by his wife, Vimala, and two sons, Vineeth Sreenivasan and Dhyan Sreenivasan. Both of his sons are in the Malayalam film industry and work as actors, directors, and producers.
  

  Sreenivasan with his wife and sons