Joju George – Full Biography, Year-wise Movie List, and Awards
Early Life and Background
Joju George was born on October 22, 1977, in Athirampuzha, Kottayam, Kerala. He initially started as a junior artist and supporting actor before evolving into one of the finest character actors and leading men in Malayalam cinema.
He gained immense recognition for his natural performances, often playing intense, rugged, and emotional characters.
Film Career
Early Struggles (1995-2010)
Joju began his career in small roles and struggled for nearly two decades before getting significant screen time.
Key films from this period:
- Mazhavilkoodaram (1995) – Debut film
- Pattalam (2003) – Small supporting role
- Vaasthavam (2006) – Notable supporting role
- Seniors (2011) – Comedy-drama
Breakthrough and Character Roles (2011-2017)
His first major breakthrough came with Rajeev Ravi’s Kammattipaadam (2016), where he played a realistic role alongside Dulquer Salmaan.
Other notable films:
- Kammattipaadam (2016) – Highly acclaimed performance
- Ramaleela (2017) – Political thriller
- Joseph (2018) – Career-defining lead role
Rise to Stardom (2018-Present)
Joju transitioned from a supporting actor to a leading star known for strong and unconventional roles.
Some major hits:
- Joseph (2018) – His first lead role, critically acclaimed
- Porinju Mariam Jose (2019) – Mass action film, box-office hit
- Churuli (2021) – Experimental film with Lijo Jose Pellissery
- Nayattu (2021) – Critically acclaimed police drama
- Madhuram (2021) – Emotional family drama
- Iratta (2023) – Dual role, intense psychological thriller
Upcoming Films (2024-2025)
- Pulimada (2024) – Action thriller
- Antony (2024) – Crime thriller
- Twin (2025) – Mystery drama
Year-Wise Filmography
1990s
- 1995 – Mazhavilkoodaram
2000s
- 2003 – Pattalam
- 2006 – Vaasthavam
2010s
- 2011 – Seniors
- 2016 – Kammattipaadam
- 2017 – Ramaleela
- 2018 – Joseph
- 2019 – Porinju Mariam Jose
2020s
- 2021 – Nayattu, Churuli, Madhuram
- 2023 – Iratta
- 2024 – Pulimada
- 2025 – Twin
Awards and Recognitions
National Film Awards
- Special Jury Mention – Joseph (2018)
Kerala State Film Awards
- Best Actor – Nayattu, Madhuram (2021)
Other Honors
- SIIMA Award – Best Actor (Critics) for Joseph (2018)
- Vanitha Film Award – Best Actor (2021)
Personal Life
Joju George is married to Abba Joju, and the couple has three children. He is also a producer and owns a film production company.
Known for his versatility and intense performances, Joju continues to be a powerhouse actor, taking up experimental and commercial roles in Malayalam cinema.
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