Mammootty
Biography
Muhammad Kutty Panaparambil Ismail (born on September 7, 1951), popularly known as Mammootty , is a towering figure in Indian cinema, particularly in Malayalam films. With a career spanning over five decades, he has acted in more than 450 films, earning a reputation as one of the greatest actors in the Indian Film Industry. His ability to embody a diverse range of characters has made him a legendary figure, admired for his deep voice, commanding screen presence, and meticulous approach to acting.
Mammootty's breakthrough came in the early 1980s with films like Yavanika (1982), which showcased his talent for portraying complex characters. His performance as Chandu Chekavar in Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha (1989) earned him his first National Film Award for Best Actor and established him as a leading star in Malayalam cinema. This film, along with others like Mathilukal (1990), directed by Adoor Gopalakrishnan, solidified his status as a versatile actor capable of taking on challenging roles.
Throughout his career, Mammootty has received numerous accolades, including four National Film Awards for Best Actor. His portrayal of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar in Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar (1999) is particularly noteworthy, demonstrating his ability to handle profound and socially relevant subjects. His performances in commercially successful films like The King (1995) and Big B (2007) showcase his versatility, appealing to a broad audience while maintaining a commitment to quality cinema.
Mammootty's impact extends beyond acting; he is also a philanthropist involved in various social causes, focusing on education and healthcare for the underprivileged. He has also ventured into production, establishing his own production company and supporting new talent in the industry. Known for his humility and discipline, he continues to work on diverse projects that challenge him as an actor and resonate with audiences.
He received the Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian award, in 2026 for his contributions to cinema, and earlier the Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian award, from the Government of India in 1998. He was also honoured with the Kerala Prabha Award by the Government of Kerala in 2022. Mammootty was named as one of "The men who changed the face of the Indian Cinema" by CNN-News18.
In recent years, Mammootty has remained relevant, with films like Unda (2019) and Peranbu (2018) demonstrating his commitment to meaningful storytelling. As he continues to evolve in his craft, Mammootty’s legacy as one of the greatest actors in Indian cinema is firmly established, inspiring generations of filmmakers and actors alike.
Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Known Credits
471
Gender
Male
Birthday
1951-09-07
Place of Birth
Chempu, Kerala, India
Also Known As
Mammookka, Ikka, Megastar
Known For
Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam
Agent
Sandyakkenthinu Sindhooram
Paleri Manikyam: Oru Pathirakolapathakathinte Katha
Thalapathi
Triyatri
Mansoru Maha Samudram
Katha Parayumbol
Kandukondain Kandukondain
Vandae Maatharam
Ennu Nathante Nimmi
Kerala Cafe
Kutty Srank
Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja
Dhruvam
Big B
Pranamam
Kaiyoppu
Ore Kadal
Rorschach
Yugapurushan
Rajamanikyam
Best Actor
Mayavi
Kaazhcha
Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha
Ee Pattanathil Bhootham
Thappana
Bavuttiyude Namathil
1921
Proprietors: Kammath & Kammath
Cobra
Pappayude Swantham Appoos
Jawan of Vellimala
Manivathoorile Aayiram Sivarathrikal
The King & The Commissioner
Gandhinagar 2nd Street
Narasimham
Bramayugam
Face 2 Face
Daddy Cool
Doubles
Jana Gana Mana
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar
Immanuel
Kauravar
Chattambinadu
Bombay March 12
Daivathinte Swantham Cleetus
Venicile Vyapari
The Train
Pramani
August 15
Kadal Kadannu Oru Maathukutty
Annan Thambi
Love in Singapore
Kunjananthante Kada
Vicharana
Utharam
Rakkuyilin Ragasadassil
Puli Varunne Puli
Mahayanam
Vesham
Palunku
Oru Abhibhashakante Case Diary
Manu Uncle
Aayiram Naavulla Ananthan
Adayalam
Anubandham
Artham
Jackpot
August 1
Chronic Bachelor
Vidhichathum Kothichathum
Veedu
Pooviriyum Pulari
Oru Thira Pinneyum Thira
Komaram
No. 20 Madras Mail
Keni
Idiyum Minnalum
Chiriyo Chiri
Chambalkadu
Innalenkil Nale
No: 1 Snehatheeram Banglore North
Dubai
Loudspeaker
Parunthu
Amrutha Geetham
Theeram Thedunna Thira
Saagaram Santham
Azhakiya Ravanan
Amaram
Aavanazhi
The King
The Truth
Kalikkalam
Hitler
Johnnie Walker
Dada Sahib
Sagaram Sakshi
Mazhayethum Munpe
Neelagiri
Oliyambukal
Nyayavidhi
Sreedharante Onnam Thirumurivu
Parampara
Silence
Balyakalasakhi
Bazooka
Abraham Ozler
Yavanika
Mathilukal
Prathijnja
Oru Madapravinte Katha
Nathi Muthal Nathi Vare
Kodunkattu
Kaattaruvi
Coolie
Eettillam
Vikatakavi
Onnum Mindatha Bharya
Manithali
Enganeyundashaane
Vidheyan
Chakkarayumma
Anthichuvappu
Alakadalinakkare
Aksharangal
Aayiram Abilashangal
Aattuvanchi Ulanjappol
Aarorumariyathe
Kodathi
Oduvil Kittiya Vartha
Priyan Ottathilaanu
Anandham
Pranchiyettan & The Saint
Christopher
Praise the Lord
Indraprastham
Gangster
Turbo
Pudhayal
Oru Kadha Oru Nunakadha
Mission 90 Days
Karutha Pakshikal
Karimpin Poovinakkare
Ee Lokam Ivide Kure Manushyar
Makan Ente Makan
Oru Sandesam Koodi
Puzhayozhukum Vazhi
Nirakkoottu
Kathodu Kathoram
Ente Kanakkuyil
Avidathepole Ivideyum
Ayanam
Muhurtham Pathnonnu Muppathinu
Oru Nokku Kanan
Aa Neram Alppa Dooram
Idanilangal
Parayanumvayya Parayathirikkanumvayya
Kandu Kandarinju
Katha Ithuvare
Yathra
Thammil Thammil
Ee Sabdam Innathe Sabdam
Ente Upasana
Thirakil Alppam Samayam
Mangalam Nerunnu
Athirathram
Ariyaatha Veethikal
Sandharbham
Ithiri Poove Chuvannapoove
Kanamarayathu
Koottinilamkili
Adiyozhukkukal
Oru Kochukatha Aarum Parayatha Katha
Aalkkoottathil Thaniye
Ethirppukal
Visa
Sesham Kazhchayil
Maniyara
Rugma
Naanayam
Chakravalam Chuvannappol
Oru Mukham Pala Mukham
Onnu Chirikku
Koodevide?
Lekhayude Maranam Oru Flashback
Aa Raathri
Pinnilavu
Sandhyakku Virinja Poovu
Ponnum Poovum
Sindoora Sandhyakku Mounam
Saravarsham
John Jaffer Janardhanan
Enthino Pookunna Pookal
Padayottam
Postmortem
Ahimsa
Sphodanam
Munnettam
Oothikachiya Ponnu
Thrishna
Vilkkanundu Swapnangal
Mela
Vartha
Sayam Sandhya
Rareeram
Veendum
Kshamichu Ennoru Vakku
Geetham
Moonnu Masangalkku Munpu
Poomukhappadiyil Ninneyum Kaathu
Ee Kaikalil
Ice Cream
Ee Thanalil Ithiri Neram
Thinkalazhcha Nalla Divasam
Manya Mahajanangale
Eeran Sandhya
Nombarathi Poovu
Oru Sindoora Pottinte Ormaykku
Adimakal Udamakal
Nalkkavala
Kalam Mari Katha Mari
New Delhi
Ithrayum Kalam
Aankiliyude Tharattu
Mazha Peyyunnu Maddalam Kottunnu
Kochuthemmadi
Ithile Iniyum Varu
Shyama
Nandi Veendum Varika
Snehamulla Simham
Adukkan Entheluppam
Aalorungi Arangorungi
Poovinu Puthiya Poonthennal
Samrajyam
Charithram
Adharvam
Carnivel
Mrigaya
Mudra
Jagratha
Nair Saab
Adikkurippu
Abkari
Oru CBI Diary Kurippu
Dhinarathrangal
Mukthi
Anantaram
Ponthan Mada
Sukrutham
Vishnu
Aayirappara
Padheyam
Golanthara Vartha
Sarovaram
Vatsalyam
Palayam
Soorya Manasam
Kizhakkan Pathrose
Swathi Kiranam
Mahanagaram
Kanalkkattu
Inspector Balram
Azhagan
Kuttettan
Iyer the Great
Kottayam Kunjachan
Purappadu
Midhya
Ee Thanutha Veluppan Kalathu
Junior Senior
Kaiyethum Doorath
Rakshasa Rajavu
Arayannangalude Veedu
Valliettan
Ezhupunna Tharakan
Megham
The Godman
Thachiledathu Chundan
Stalin Sivadas
Pallavur Devanarayanan
Harikrishnans
Sidhartha
Elavamkodu Desam
Marumalarchi
Oru Maravathoor Kanavu
Oral Mathram
Kaliyoonjal
Bhoothakkannadi
Udhyanapalakan
Roudram
One Way Ticket
Mayabazar
Nasrani
Balram v/s Tharadas
Bhargavacharitham Moonam Khandam
Prajapathi
Thuruppugulan
Thaskara Veeran
Thommanum Makkalum
Vishwa Thulasi
Sau Jhooth Ek Sach
Bus Conductor
Nerariyan CBI
Rappakal
Sethurama Iyer CBI
Aparichithan
Black
Vajram
Pattalam
Phantom
Dany
Varsham
Munnariyippu
Pathemari
King of Kings
Manglish
Shikari
Pothan Vava
Pathonpatham Noottandu
Arappatta Kettiya Graamathil
Kariyilakkattu Pole
Thaniyavarthanam
Kaathal - The Core
Kaveri
Fireman
Yatra 2
Drona 2010
Adaminte Vaariyellu
Bhaskar The Rascal
Prathyekam Sradhikkuka
Kalamkaval
Iniyenkilum
Sainyam
Malarum Kiliyum
Utopiayile Rajavu
Kannur Squad
Sangham
Kinnaram
Acha Dhin
Mattoral
Puthiya Niyamam
Ormakalundayirikkanam
Onnanu Nammal
Patriot
Twenty 20
Dominic and the Ladies' Purse
Kasaba
White
Akalathe Ambili
Halla Bol
Peranbu
Mounam Sammadham
Thoppil Joppan
The Great Father
Karmegam
Kanathaya Penkutty
Anwar
Malikappuram
Padayani
Kathakku Pinnil
Puthan Panam
1971: Beyond Borders
Thanthram
Changatham
Prem Poojari
Prem Nazirine Kanmanilla
Rachana
Samrajyam II: Son of Alexander
Best of Luck
Pullikaran Stara
Street Lights
Masterpiece
Captain
Swami Vivekananda
Parole
Yatra
Uncle
Abrahaminte Santhathikal
Upaharam
Oru Kuttanadan Blog
Asthram
Unda
Mamangam
Pathinettam Padi
Bilal
Ganagandharvan
CBI 5: The Brain
Idavelakku Sesham
Odiyan
Akkare
Aa Divasam
Ente Katha
Guru Dakshina
Himavahini
Marakkillorikkalum
Paavam Poornima
Lakshmana Rekha
Vetta
Itha Innu Muthal
Angadikkappurathu
Madura Raja
Pokkiri Raja
Kaalachakram
Anubhavangal Palichakal
The Priest
Shylock
Ethirum Pudhirum
Thadakam
Ee Nadu
Arasiyal
Iniyum Kadha Thudarum
Dhartiputra
Balloon
Oru Swakaryam
Veendum Chalikkunna Chakram
America America
Puzhu
One
Bheeshma Parvam
Kilipetchu Ketkava
8½ Intercuts : Life and Films of K.G. George
Aayiram Kannukal
Surya Putrulu
Makkal Aatchi
Nayam Vyakthamakkunnu
Anaswaram
Sanghunadam
Kottum Kuravayum
Athinumappuram
Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra
Untitled Mammootty - Cubes Entertainment Movie
Chatha Pacha: The Ring of Rowdies
Padayaatra
Law & Order
Mattancherry Mafia
Neram Pularumbol
Onningu Vannengil
Nari
Untittled Mammootty - Nithish Movie
Vilichu Vilikettu
Johny Johny Yes Appa
OM Chapter 1: Udhiram - The Blood Wood
Aval Kaathirunnu Avanum
Barroz: Guardian of Treasures
Railway Coolie
Kannur Squad 2
Nadodikkattu