Salim Kumar – Full Biography, Year-wise Movie List, and Awards
Early Life and Background
Salim Kumar was born on October 10, 1969, in Chittatukara, North Paravur, Kerala. Initially, he was passionate about mimicry and comedy, performing at local events before making his way into the Malayalam film industry.
Despite being known for his comedy roles, he later transitioned into serious and critically acclaimed performances, proving his versatility as an actor.
Film Career
Early Career in Comedy (1997-2009)
Salim Kumar started his career as a mimicry artist in Cochin Kalabhavan and entered the Malayalam film industry in the late 1990s, primarily in comic roles.
Notable comedy films from this period:
- Thenkasipattanam (2000) – Popular slapstick comedy
- Ee Parakkum Thalika (2001) – Hilarious role as a conductor
- Meesa Madhavan (2002) – Famous role as ‘Krishnettan’
- Pulival Kalyanam (2003) – Memorable comic performance
- Rajamanikyam (2005) – Comedy role alongside Mammootty
- Kadha Parayumbol (2007) – Supporting role in a touching film
Transition to Serious Roles (2010-Present)
Salim Kumar shocked audiences with his serious acting and even won a National Award for his performance in Adaminte Makan Abu (2011).
Major dramatic films:
- Achanurangatha Veedu (2006) – First serious role
- Adaminte Makan Abu (2011) – National Award-winning performance
- Karutha Joothan (2017) – Directed by himself, exploring social issues
- Daivame Kaithozham K. Kumar Akanam (2018) – Satirical role
- Saudi Vellakka (2022) – Strong supporting role
Year-Wise Filmography
1990s
- 1997 – Ishtamanu Nooruvattam
- 1999 – Thachiledathu Chundan
2000s
- 2000 – Thenkasipattanam
- 2001 – Ee Parakkum Thalika
- 2002 – Meesa Madhavan
- 2003 – Pulival Kalyanam
- 2005 – Rajamanikyam
- 2006 – Achanurangatha Veedu
- 2007 – Kadha Parayumbol
- 2009 – Duplicate
2010s
- 2011 – Adaminte Makan Abu
- 2017 – Karutha Joothan
- 2018 – Daivame Kaithozham K. Kumar Akanam
2020s
- 2022 – Saudi Vellakka
Awards and Recognitions
National Film Awards
- Best Actor – Adaminte Makan Abu (2011)
Kerala State Film Awards
- Best Actor – Adaminte Makan Abu (2011)
- Best Story – Karutha Joothan (2017)
Other Honors
- Asianet Film Awards – Best Comedian (Multiple Years)
- SIIMA Award – Best Supporting Actor (2017)
Personal Life
Salim Kumar is married to Sunitha Salim, and they have two children. Despite facing health issues, he remains active in the Malayalam film industry, balancing comedy and serious roles.
His journey from a mimicry artist to a National Award-winning actor makes him one of the most respected figures in Malayalam cinema.
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