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Chirakkal Madhavankutty
About
Chirakkara Madhavankutty, born on June 13, 1939, in Chirakkara, Kollam, Kerala, was a distinguished Indian Kathakali artist renowned for his exceptional portrayal of female characters. He was the third child of Raman Pillai and Chellamma. His passion for Kathakali ignited at the age of 11, leading him to begin training under Chirakkara Nanu Ashan.…
Journey Timeline
1939
Born in Chirakkara, Kollam, Kerala
1950
Kathakali debut as Lord Krishna — At age 11, in "Rukminiswayamvaram"
1952
Debut in a feminine role as Panchali
1955
Performed Mohini for Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru — Received a gold medal in Delhi
1965
Appeared in Malayalam movie "Mayavi" — Portrayed Sairandhri
2009
Received Mali Karnasapatham Award
2010
Last documented performance — Portrayed 'Sundarabrahmanan' on Vijayadashami day
2011
Mysteriously disappeared — At the age of 72
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- 2009 · Mali Karnasapatham Award
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