M. G. Radhakrishnan – Full Biography & Filmography
Full Name: Malabar Gopalan Nair Radhakrishnan
Born: July 29, 1940, Haripad, Kerala, India
Died: July 2, 2010 (aged 69), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
Occupation: Music Director, Composer, Singer
Active Years: 1978–2010
Genres: Carnatic, Film Music, Folk, Devotional
M. G. Radhakrishnan was a legendary Malayalam music director, composer, and singer. He was known for blending traditional Carnatic music with modern orchestration, creating some of the most timeless melodies in Malayalam cinema.
Career Highlights
- Initially worked as a music producer at All India Radio.
- Trained in Carnatic music and was deeply influenced by traditional Kerala folk styles.
- His distinctive music style was known for its rich melodies and strong classical base.
- Brother of M. G. Sreekumar (popular playback singer).
- Discovered and mentored several singers, including Sujatha Mohan.
Decade-wise Malayalam Filmography
1970s – Entry into Film Music
- 1978 – Tharattu (Debut Film)
1980s – Rise to Fame
- 1981 – Chamaram
- 1982 – Kelkkaatha Sabdham
- 1983 – Ente Mamattikkuttiyammakku
- 1984 – Koodevide
- 1985 – Idanilangal
- 1986 – Rajavinte Makan
- 1987 – Amrutham Gamaya
- 1988 – Moonnam Mura
- 1989 – Mrugaya
1990s – Peak Years
- 1990 – His Highness Abdullah
- 1991 – Kizhakkunarum Pakshi
- 1992 – Kudumbasametham
- 1993 – Venkalam
- 1994 – Manathe Kottaram
- 1996 – Kanmadam
- 1997 – Guru (Critically Acclaimed)
2000s – Later Works
- 2000 – Narasimham
- 2002 – Valkannadi
- 2006 – Keerthi Chakra
Awards & Recognitions
🏆 Kerala State Film Award for Best Music Director – Multiple times
🏆 Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi Award
🏆 Special Honors for Contribution to Indian Music
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