Rizabawa

Rizabawa, man, he was one of those actors you just couldn’t miss—always popping up in some wild roles that kinda stuck with you. Born in Kerala, he really made his mark in Malayalam cinema, popping off in the ‘90s and early 2000s. If you’ve ever caught Oomappenninu Uriyadappayyan (2002), you know what I’m talking about—he had this knack for playing characters with a bit of edge, and you could tell he wasn’t just phoning it in. Then there’s Aanaval Mothiram (1990), which, honestly, is one of those classic films people around here still talk about. His role? Not your average cookie-cutter villain or hero—he could flip between charming, ruthless, and downright hilarious, sometimes all in the same scene. And let’s not forget The Gang (2000)—that movie had a vibe, and Rizabawa brought something extra to the table. He had this way of stealing scenes without hogging the spotlight, which is kinda rare, right? People respected him for that, both on and off set. He wasn’t just an actor; he was a whole mood, a presence. When he passed away in Kochi on September 13, 2021, it hit the industry hard. Dude left behind a solid legacy, not just in movies but in the way people remembered him—down-to-earth, talented, and always willing to take a risk with his roles. Kerala cinema honestly lost a legend, no question about it.