BIJIBAL | Music Director – Mollywood

Bijibal – Full Biography & Contributions 🎶

Full Name: Bijibal Maniyil
Born: May 21, 1973, Kochi, Kerala, India
Occupation: Music Director, Composer, Playback Singer
Active Years: 2007–present
Genres: Indian Classical, Folk, Fusion, Film Music

Bijibal is a renowned Malayalam music director and composer, known for his soulful melodies, experimental compositions, and folk-infused music. He started his career in the late 2000s and has since become one of the most respected music composers in the Malayalam film industry.

Career Highlights

• Made his debut as a music director in 2007 with the critically acclaimed film “Arabikkatha”.
• Won the National Film Award for Best Background Score for the film “Kaliyachan” (2015).
• Frequently collaborates with directors like Ranjith, Aashiq Abu, Kamal, and Dr. Biju.
• His music blends Indian classical elements with contemporary styles.
• Apart from film music, he has composed numerous independent songs, jingles, and devotional albums.

Malayalam Filmography (Decade-Wise)

2000s – Early Career

• 2007 – Arabikkatha (Debut Film) 🎶
• 2008 – Thalappavu
• 2009 – Loudspeaker

2010s – Rise to Prominence

• 2011 – Salt N’ Pepper 🎶 (“Aanakkallan”)
• 2012 – 101 Chodyangal
• 2013 – Kadhaveedu
• 2014 – Vellimoonga 🎶
• 2015 – Kaliyachan 🎶 (National Award-Winning Background Score)
• 2016 – Maheshinte Prathikaaram 🎶 (“Idukki”)
• 2017 – Rakshadhikari Baiju Oppu
• 2018 – Sudani from Nigeria 🎶
• 2019 – Android Kunjappan Version 5.25

2020s – Recent Work

• 2020 – Halal Love Story
• 2021 – Joji 🎶 (Amazon Prime Release)
• 2022 – Ariyippu
• 2023 – Neymar
• 2024 – Nadanna Sambhavam 
• 2025 – 

Pariwar – Released on March 7, 2025

 Ariku – Released on February 28, 2025

 Vadakkan – Releasing on March 7, 2025

Vambathi – Releasing on April 11, 2025

Abhyanthara Kuttavali – Releasing on May 19, 2025

Major Awards & Recognitions

🏆 National Film Award for Best Background Score (2015 – Kaliyachan)
🏆 Kerala State Film Award for Best Music Director (Multiple Times)
🏆 Filmfare Award South for Best Music Director
🏆 SIIMA Award for Best Music Director

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YOUTUBE : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XWPutCIxt7g&pp=ygU4TU9MTFlXT09EIE1VU0lDIERJUkVDVE9SICBCaWppYmFsIGJpb2dyYXBoeSBpbiBtYWxheWFsYW0%3D

INSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/bijibal/