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Nayantara was born as Diana Mariam Kurien in a Malayali Nasrani (Syrian Christian) family to an Indian Army Officer father, Kurien Kodiyattu, and Omana Kurien, in Bangalore, Karnataka. She has a brother, Leno, who resides in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
After her father's retirement the family settled down in Kerala where she continued with her college studies but she did her schooling in several schools in Chennai, Jamnagar, Delhi, and Gujarat.
During the year 2003, while still in college, she was spotted by director Sathyan Anthikkad who cast her in a Malayalam movie. Two years later, she went on to act in Tamil and Telugu movies. As she became popular she also appeared in Kannada language movies.
She soon acquired the reputation of acting opposite male actors who are almost twice as old. She starred in her first Malyalam film opposite Jayaram, and then in "Chandramukhi" with renowned Indian actor Rajnikanth, then with other aging actors like Sarath Kumar, Mohanlal, and Mammotty.
She has been cast to play the lead role in a much younger Simbu's directorial debut, in which he also has the lead role. Nayanthara and Simbu's intimate life-sized posters created shock waves in Chennai, which were subsequently pulled down by the police. Similar excitement resulted when glamorous life-sized posters were posted all over Chennai- this time with her co-star S.J. Surya.
During September 2010, Prabhu Deva, publicly declared his love for her, even though he was married to Ramalath and had three children. After a bitter and contested court battle, the couple was divorced during July 2011.
On August 7, 2011, Diana, a Jacobite Christian, converted to Hinduism at the Arya Samaj Mandir in Chennai and her screen-named is now her formal official name.
With her attractive looks and talent, it is no wonder that she is one of the most popular and sought after actresses in the South Indian film industry.- Actress
- Music Department
- Soundtrack
Meera Jasmine, born in Kuttappuzha, Thiruvalla, Pathanamthitta, Kerala, is a renowned Indian film actress with a notable career spanning various regional Indian movies. The daughter of Joseph and Aleyamma, she attended Mar Thomas Residential School in Thiruvalla during her schooling years.
Meera entered the film industry with her debut in the Malayalam film "Soothradharan" (2001), directed by Lohithadas and starring alongside Dileep. Despite the film's initial setback, her talent did not go unnoticed, and she quickly garnered offers from other language industries. Kamal's film, her second venture, alongside Navya Nair and Dileep, contributed to her rising fame in the South.
Her foray into Tamil cinema, marked by successful films like "Run" and "Bala" in 2002, earned her the prestigious Filmfare Best Female Debut Actress award for "Run." Subsequently, Meera worked with renowned directors such as Mani Ratnam in "Aayudha Ezhuthu" and SS Stanley in "Mercury Pookkal," solidifying her position in the Tamil film industry with over ten films to her credit.
The Telugu film industry also witnessed her success, especially with the dubbed version of "Run." Meera made her mark in Telugu cinema with films like "Ammayi Bagundi" and "Gudumba Shankar" in 2004. She expanded her reach into Kannada cinema, starring alongside Puneet Rajkumar in "Maurya," followed by another hit in "Arasu."
Despite facing challenges with films like "Parattai Engira Azhagu Sundaram" and "Nepali," Meera's career soared with notable Telugu hits like "Bhadra" with Ravi Teja in the lead. Her repertoire of Telugu films also includes "Raraju," "Maharadhi," "Yamagola Malli Modalaindi," "Gorintaku," and the upcoming "Maa Aayana Chantipilladu," where she was paired for the second time with Sivaji. Meera Jasmine's versatility and acting prowess have firmly established her as a respected figure in the Indian film industry.- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
- Writer
- Director
Blessy was born in Thiruvalla, Kerala, India. He is known for Thanmathra (2005), Kaazhcha (2004) and Pranayam (2011).- Actor
- Producer
- Music Department
Aju Varghese is an Indian film actor. He made his debut in 2010 in the Malayalam film, Malarvadi Arts Club under Vineeth Sreenivasan, which was a super hit and since then he is active in the Malayalam film industry. He joined hands with Vineeth Sreenivasan, Thattathin Marayathu (2012) and Oru Vadakkan Selfie (2015) created a bigger mark at the box office and his performance was praised by the audience and critics alike, as it turned out to be a blockbuster. His other films include Kili Poyi, Zachariyayude Garbhinikal, Ohm Shanthi Oshaana, Punyalan Agarbattis, Vellimoonga , Ormayundo Ee Mukham and Kunjiramayanam. He has acted in some advertisements.
Aju Varghese was born to Varghese and Celiene in Thiruvalla, a City in Pathanamthitta Dist, Kerala. He has a younger sister Anju. Aju married Augustina on 24 February 2014.They have 2 children a girl and a boy born on 28 October 2014.
Aju did schooling in Rajagiri High School Kalamasserry in Ernakulam. Later he did his schooling from Bhavans Adarsha Vidhyalaya, Ernakulam. He did his Bachelor's in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Hindustan group, Chennai in 2006. He was working with HSBC in Human Resoucres, Chennai.It was during that time he was called by Vineeth Sreenivasan his college friend, to play one of the lead role in his directorial debut Malarvadi Arts Club and later in Thattathin Marayathu.- Kaveri was born in Kavumbhagom, Thiruvalla, Kerala, India. She is known for Avunu Valliddaru Ishtapaddaru (2002), Thachiledathu Chundan (1999) and Kutty Pisasu (2010).
- Actress
- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
Sruthy Suresh was born in Thiruvalla, Kerala, India. She is known for RDX: Robert Dony Xavier (2023), Iratta (2023) and Antakshari (2022).- Actor
- Producer
Alexander Prasanth was born on 2 November 1979 in Thiruvalla, Kerala, India. He is an actor and producer, known for Purusha Pretham (2023), India's Most Wanted (2019) and The Great Father (2017).- John Kaippallil was born on 24 January 1989 in Thiruvalla, Kerala, India. He is an actor, known for Masterpiece (2017), Thrissur Pooram (2019) and Yennai Arindhaal (2015).
- Actress
- Music Department
Kaviyoor Ponnamma, born in Kaviyoor, Thiruvalla, Travancore, India, is a distinguished Indian actress celebrated for her remarkable contributions to the Malayalam film industry. With a career spanning several decades, she has left an indelible mark on the hearts of audiences with her versatile performances.
Ponnamma's journey in the world of cinema began in the early 1970s, and she quickly garnered attention for her acting prowess. One of her notable early roles was in the critically acclaimed film "Nirmalyam" (1973), where her performance was widely appreciated for its depth and authenticity. This marked the beginning of a prolific career that would see her become a respected and beloved figure in the industry.
The year 1974 witnessed another milestone in Ponnamma's career with her role in "Nellu." The film, known for its social relevance and impactful storytelling, showcased her ability to portray diverse characters with finesse. Over the years, Ponnamma continued to impress audiences and critics alike with her exceptional acting skills, earning accolades for her memorable performances.
In 1989, she graced the silver screen with her role in "Devadas," further solidifying her reputation as a seasoned actress. Throughout her career, Ponnamma has demonstrated a remarkable ability to adapt to various genres, seamlessly transitioning between intense dramas and lighthearted comedies.
Beyond her contributions to cinema, Kaviyoor Ponnamma has also been actively involved in the cultural and social fabric of Kerala. Her dedication to the arts and her commitment to her craft have earned her the admiration of fans and the respect of her peers in the industry.
With a career spanning several decades and a legacy of impactful roles, Kaviyoor Ponnamma continues to be an influential and beloved figure in the world of Indian cinema. Her enduring passion for acting, coupled with her immense talent, has left an indelible mark on the rich tapestry of Malayalam cinema.- Sound Department
Vishnu Govind is an Indian film Re Recording Mixer, Sound designer & Sound editor. He won the National Film Awards 2020 for Best Audiography (Re Recording Mixer) for the movie Malik. He won Kerala state film awards for best sound design for the movies Unda and Ishq in 2019. He has worked over 150 films in Malayalam, Hindi,Tamil & Telugu
Vishnu Govind is an Indian film sound designer / supervising sound editor and sound mixer. He has worked over 150 plus films in Malayalam, Tamil , Telugu and Hindi. After finishing his graduation in physics from St.Berchmans college changanassery , he went to Chennai to do his graduation in sound engineering and sound recording from Film and Television Institute of Tamilnadu (FTIT) ( Adayar Film Institute) in 2006-09. He started his career as ADR recordist in AVM studios, Chennai in 2009 Later in 2012 he debuted as sound designer in the Tamil movie Pizza along with his partner Sree Sankar. Both have started their company Sound Factor then . He has extended his career as an audio mixer too in the Malayalam movie Parava in 2017- Urmila Unni was born on 14 June 1962 in Thiruvalla, Kerala, India. She is an actress, known for Koottukar (2010), Sargam (1992) and Nadiya Kollappetta Rathri (2007). She has been married to Palakad Ankarath Ramanunni since 17 January 1981. They have one child.
- Visual Effects
Sanju S was born on 23 March 1998 in Thiruvalla, Kerala, India. He is known for Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (2024), Meg 2: The Trench (2023) and The Flash (2023).- Additional Crew
Rigin Oommen was born on 30 January 1992 in Thiruvalla, Pathanamthitta, India. He is known for Algorithm (2014). He has been married to Sajini Mary Chandy since 9 November 2019.- Music Department
- Soundtrack
Abhirami Ajai is a 3rd Year BA. Economics student at the reputed St.Teresa's College, Ernakulam. In this short span, she has achieved a commendable position as a play back singer by rendering some of the most popular hit songs in Malayalam and Tamil, has established herself as a Carnatic classical performer by staging many concerts .She has touched superior grades in academic also .She hails from Thiruvalla, Pathanamthitta Dist, Kerala.
She is a sishya of the great music teachers viz Sri . Perumbavoor G Ravindranath , Dr.Lakshmi Menon PhD, Dr.K.N.Ranganatha Sharma PhD. She captured the Classical music fans and the media by rendering Concerts at reputed stages She was also blessed to sing at Prashanti Nilayam of Bhagwan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, in the Holy and Divine land of Puttaparthi, AP thrice (Onam Celebrations 2015 , Parthi Yatra of Journalists and Mediapersons 2016, Vishu Celebrations 2016 ) which was well received by the devotees across the world .
She was chosen by Bhagwan to present a concert at Bhagwan Sri Sathya Sai Bab's Holy Abode, Brindavan, Whitefield Ashram for "One With Sai" on the 28th of February 2016- Composer
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Ashwin Syam was born on 3 April 1994 in Thiruvalla, Kerala, India. Ashwin is a composer and writer, known for Barsaat - An Animated Musical (2023) and 44 (2022).