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Jagathy Sreekumar

Jagathy Sreekumar is known for Kireedam (1989), Kilukkam (1991), Yoddha (1992).

Biography

Jagathy Sreekumar (born Sreekumar Achary, January 5, 1951) is one of the greatest comic actors in Indian cinema and a true legend of Malayalam films. Nicknamed Nataka Nayakan and often called the “King of Comedy” in Kerala, he has acted in more than 1,500 films, making him one of the most prolific actors in the world.

Beginning his career in the 1970s, Jagathy quickly became indispensable for his impeccable timing, improvisational genius, and ability to steal scenes. He was equally at ease in slapstick, satire, drama, and villainous roles. His iconic films include Kilukkam (1991), In Harihar Nagar (1990), Yodha (1992), Mimics Parade (1991), Kalyanaraman (2002), Meesa Madhavan (2002), CID Moosa (2003), Mazha Peyyunnu Maddalam Kottunnu (1986), Udayananu Tharam (2005), and Katha Parayumbol (2007). Many of his one liners and characters remain etched in Malayalam pop culture.

Questions about Jagathy Sreekumar

How many Jagathy Sreekumar films are in the catalogue?

The CineQuiz catalogue has 422 films with Jagathy Sreekumar, from 1974 to 2022.

What was the first Jagathy Sreekumar film?

The first Jagathy Sreekumar film in the catalogue is Kanyakumari, from 1974.

People data: TMDb.

AWARDS 5 Wins 1 Nominations

Known for

Trivia

Also works as
screenwriter · film director · director
Studied at
Government Model Boys Higher Secondary School
Spouse
Mallika Sukumaran
Father
Jagathy N. K. Achary

Trivia from Wikidata, licensed CC0.

Full filmography

688 films — 422 in the catalogue

People data: TMDb.

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