Bio/Wiki
Birth Name | Paliyath Jayachandrakuttan |
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Nickname | Jayetta |
Name Earned | Bhava Gayakan |
Physical Stats & More
Eye Color | Black |
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Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
School | National High School, Irinjalakuda, District Thrissur, Kerala |
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College/University | Christ College, Irinjalakuda, Thrissur, Kerala |
Degree | A degree in Zoology |
Personal Life
Hometown | Ravipuram, Kingdom of Cochin |
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Religion | Hinduism |
Food Habit | Vegetarian |
Zodiac sign | Pisces |
Relationships & More
Marital Status | Married |
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Marriage Date | May 1973 |
Family
Father | Ravivarma Kochaniyan Thampuran | ||||
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Mother | Paliyath Subhadrakkunjamma | ||||
Siblings |
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Spouse | Lalitha | ||||
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Career
Debut |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
P. Jayachandran spent his formative years in Ravipuram and developed a passion for music early on, influenced by his family. | |
Although he learned the mridangam, he did not undergo formal training in classical music. | |
He was inspired to sing devotional hymns from a young age and enjoyed a close relationship with his music teacher. | |
He admired renowned musicians like G. Devarajan and was significantly influenced by his brother's singing career. | |
Over his illustrious career, he recorded over 1,000 songs in various Indian languages. | |
Jayachandran's fitness regime included exercising at home and maintaining a strict vegetarian diet, which he credited for his health. | |
His lifelong admiration for K. J. Yesudas strengthened their friendship as Jayachandran entered the music industry. |