Malayalam superstar Mammootty turns 75

Thiruvananthapuram, Malayalam superstar Mammootty turned 75 on Monday with fans, industry colleagues and politicians greeting him with warm wishes. For his fans, there is also good news the announcement of his latest movie, titled 'Mela', posters of which were posted online.

Chief Minister V D Satheesan extended birthday wishes to the mega star, terming him the pride of Malayalam cinema. In a post on social media platform 'X', the CM said that Mammootty's acting five decade-long journey has created wonders on the silver screen and.

What Happened

State Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala extended birthday wishes to the mega star, saying that the occasion was a day of celebration for the people of the state. Chennithala, in a Facebook post, said that the actor was "a self-made talent through constant.

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• Three national awards, seven state and 14 Filmfare awards, Padma Shri and two honorary doctorate degrees are proof of his acting excellence and mass fan following.

• The pan-Indian actor's position as a mega star is still intact with over 400 films in various languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi and English, besides Malayalam in a career spanning over five decades.

Key Details

He cited films like 'Puzhu', 'Bhramayugam', 'Kathal' and 'Kalankaval', appreciating Mammootty's roles in them. The minister said that the superstar was still enchanted by acting and he was waiting for characters that he had not done yet.

• Every year, another shade, another character, another unforgettable performance.

• Time ages everyone, but in you, it only deepens the magic of the actor.

• Artist Maala Parvathi said that while time ages everyone, in Mammootty's case, it deepens his magic as an actor.

Why It Matters

Movie director Vysakh greeted the superstar on his 75th birthday, saying that the actor, who is fondly called as "Mammukka" by his admirers, has inspired him personally in many ways. Movie director Vysakh greeted the superstar on his 75th birthday, saying that.

• Forever grateful for your presence, your words, and the inspiration you've given me.

• You are someone who has inspired me, personally, in so many ways.

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