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Chandramana Govindan Namboothiri, a distinguished Kathakali artist from Kerala, India, was born on February 15, 1935, in Chandramana Illam, Asamannoor, to C.S. Govindan Namboodiri and Devaki Antharjanam. His journey into the world of Kathakali began in 1947, at the age of 12, when he commenced his formal training under the tutelage of Kavunkal Chathunni…
Journey Timeline
1935
Born — Born on February 15 in Chandramana Illam, Asamannoor.
1947
Began Kathakali training — Started training under Kavunkal Chathunni Panikkar and began performing shortly after.
1994
Received Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi Award
1997
Received Senior Fellowship — Awarded by the Department of Culture, Government of India, for research on 'Ilakiyattam'.
1999
Awarded Thulasivanam Award — For classical arts.
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- 1994 · Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi Award — Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi
- 1997 · Senior Fellowship for research on 'Ilakiyattam' — Department of Culture, Government of India
- 1999 · Thulasivanam Award for classical arts
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