JOHNSON

Johnson – Full Biography, Year-wise Movie List, and Awards

Early Life and Background

Johnson Master was born on March 26, 1953, in Nellikkunnu, Thrissur, Kerala. He had a deep passion for music from an early age and learned violin and harmonium under the guidance of his teachers.

He started his career in the 1970s, working as an assistant to G. Devarajan, one of Malayalam cinema’s leading composers. Later, he became one of the most iconic music directors in Kerala, known for his melodic and emotional background scores.

Music Career

Debut & Early Works (1978-1985)

  • Debut: Aravam (1978, Malayalam) – First film as a music composer.
  • Koodevide (1983, Malayalam) – One of his first hit albums.
  • Oru Minnaminunginte Nurunguvettam (1987, Malayalam) – Critically acclaimed soundtrack.

Golden Era & Blockbusters (1986-2000)

  • Namukku Parkkan Munthirithoppukal (1986, Malayalam) – Melodic and evergreen songs.
  • Thoovanathumbikal (1987, Malayalam) – One of his most legendary works.
  • Perumthachan (1990, Malayalam) – Critically acclaimed music.
  • Kilukkam (1991, Malayalam) – Iconic songs and background score.
  • Manichitrathazhu (1993, Malayalam) – A psychological thriller with an unforgettable score.
  • Desadanam (1997, Malayalam) – National Award-winning music.

Later Years & Legacy (2001-2011)

  • Naran (2005, Malayalam) – One of his later famous works.
  • Patham Nilayile Theevandi (2009, Malayalam) – Won National Award for Best Background Score.
  • Last Film: Theerthadanam (2001, Malayalam) – Final full album before his passing.

Year-Wise Filmography (Selected Hits)

1970s

  • 1978 – Aravam (Debut, Malayalam)

1980s

  • 1983 – Koodevide
  • 1986 – Namukku Parkkan Munthirithoppukal
  • 1987 – Thoovanathumbikal, Oru Minnaminunginte Nurunguvettam

1990s

  • 1991 – Kilukkam
  • 1993 – Manichitrathazhu
  • 1997 – Desadanam

2000s

  • 2005 – Naran
  • 2009 – Patham Nilayile Theevandi

Awards and Recognitions

  • 2 National Film Awards for Best Background Score (1994, 1999)
  • 5 Kerala State Film Awards for Best Music Director
  • Filmfare Awards – Best Music Director (Multiple Wins)
  • Many other honors for his contributions to Malayalam music

Personal Life & Death

  • Johnson Master was a humble and deeply spiritual person, known for his simple lifestyle.
  • He passed away on August 18, 2011, at the age of 58 due to a heart attack.

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