Mahesh Narayanan Age, Wiki and Bio

Mahesh Narayanan

Quick Info

ProfessionFilm Director
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth02/05/1982
Age42 years
BirthplaceThiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Bio/Wiki

Profession(s)
  • Film Director
  • Film Editor
  • Screenwriter
  • Cinematographer

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 4" (162 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorSalt & Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

College/University
  • University College Thiruvananthapuram
  • M.G.R. Government Film and Television Training Institute, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
Zodiac SignTaurus
HometownThiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

FatherNarayanan
MotherGeetha (doctor)
SiblingsGanesh Narayanan (younger brother, doctor)
SpouseRamya
Children1 Daughter

Career

Debut
As a Film EditorRathri Mazha (2007)
As a Film DirectorMili (2015)
As a Film ScreenwriterTake Off (2017)
As a Film CinematographerC U Soon (2020)
As a Film ProducerAriyippu (2022)
Award(s)
  • Best Editor Award for Ennu Ninte Moideen (2015)
  • Best Director Award at Asiavision Awards for Take Off (2017)
  • Silver Peacock Award by Special Jury at IFFI (2017)
  • Special Mention at 65th National Film Awards for Take Off
  • Best Debut Director at Kerala State Film Awards
  • Best Screenplay Award at SCO Film Festival, Qingdao, China
  • Audience Choice Award at Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles (2018)
  • Best Movie Award at Vanitha Film Awards for Take Off (2018)
  • Best Director Award at Asianet Film Awards for Take Off
  • Best Director Award at 9th South Indian International Movie Awards for C U Soon
  • Best Director Award at 10th South Indian International Movie Awards for Malik
  • Best Director Award at Kerala State Film Awards (2023) - Ariyippu
Career OverviewMahesh Narayanan embarked on his career in the Malayalam film industry as an advertisement editor after completing his education. He made his debut as a film editor with 'Rathri Mazha' in 2007, which won several Kerala State Film Awards. Over time, he transitioned from editing to screenwriting and directing, achieving significant acclaim with films like 'Take Off,' which was inspired by the dramatic rescue of Indian nurses from Iraq. His innovative projects include 'C U Soon,' notable for being India's first computer screen film.

Some Lesser Known Facts

Mahesh Narayanan started his career editing advertisements before moving on to documentaries and short films.
His film 'Take Off' was a box office success that showcased the struggles of Indian nurses during a crisis.
He is recognized for his use of modern technology in filmmaking, particularly with 'C U Soon,' shot entirely on an iPhone.