Kuthiravattam Pappu

Kuthiravattam Pappu, man, what a legend in Malayalam cinema. Born right in the heart of Kozhikode, Kerala, this guy carved out a niche for himself like nobody else could. If you ever watched old Malayalam movies from the late '80s and '90s, his face probably popped up more than once—sometimes just for a few scenes, but he’d steal the show with his timing. Seriously, he could drop one line and everyone would be cracking up. His comic sense? Unmatched. And there’s this effortless vibe he brought to every role—never trying too hard, just naturally funny, a bit mischievous, and always relatable. People mostly remember him for his roles in films like Manichitrathazhu, where even with a supporting character, he left a mark. That movie’s a cult classic for a reason, and yeah, Pappu’s part might not have been the biggest, but you felt it. In Mahanagaram and Rathachakram, same story—doesn’t matter if the scene’s tense or lighthearted, he just fits right in, adding something only he could. It’s wild to think how many actors try to pull off comedy or play the everyman, but with Pappu, you never got that forced feeling. Just pure, unfiltered talent with a little wink to the audience, like he knew he was making you laugh. Sadly, we lost him way back in February 2000, which feels like ages ago now. Still, his legacy sticks around—any time someone wants to talk about great Malayalam comedians, his name pops up first. That’s staying power.