Bio/Wiki
| Profession | Actor |
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Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Black |
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| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Agra University |
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| Educational Qualification | Post-graduation in Sociology |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Zodiac sign | Scorpio |
| Hometown | Travancore, British India |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Divorced |
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Family
| Father | N. P. Pillai |
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| Mother | Saraswathi |
| Siblings | Brother - Narayanan, Sister - Radhaman |
| Spouse | Girija Menon |
| Children | Son - Raja Krishna Menon (film writer, director, producer), Daughter - Devika |
Career
| Debut |
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| Last Film | Pretham Undu Sookshikkuka (2017) | ||||
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| Overview | T. P. Madhavan made his mark in Malayalam cinema, debuting at the age of 40. He began with minor roles and gradually gained recognition for diverse performances, from villainous parts to comedy and character roles. His significant contributions include films such as Kalika (1980), Kalikkalam (1990), and Vietnam Colony (1992). Besides films, he acted in numerous television serials and served as the first general secretary of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) for a decade. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| Initially joined the Indian Army but had to leave due to a hand injury. | |
| Worked as a journalist earning Rs. 175 monthly before entering the film industry. | |
| Began acting at 40 and first gained fame through villainous roles before transitioning to various genres. | |
| Assisted friend Madhu in casting actresses for films, demonstrating his networking skills in the industry. | |
| Active in the Malayalam film scene during the 1980s and 1990s, culminating in over 600 film appearances. |
