Mollywood actor T P Madhavan passes away at 88

Kollam: Renowned Mollywood actor T.P. Madhavan passed away at the age of 88 at a hospital in Kollam on Wednesday. The veteran actor, who served as the first General Secretary of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA), was recently on ventilator due to stomach-related ailments.

Madhavan was the son of the esteemed professor N.P. Pillai and held a postgraduate degree in sociology. Before his acting career, he ran advertising agencies in Mumbai and Kolkata.

Madhavan began his acting career later in life, making his film debut at the age of 40.  His first film was Raagam, released in 1975. Over the course of his illustrious career, he acted in more than 600 films, earning acclaim for his versatility. Initially known for portraying villainous characters, Madhavan transitioned into comedy roles and later became celebrated for his impactful character performances.

In addition to his film work, Madhavan appeared in several television serials but later faced problems due to amnesia. 

Since 2015, the actor had been residing at Pathanapuram Gandhi Bhavan following treatment for a stroke. He was honored with the Ramu Karyat Award and the Prem Nazir Award during his time at Gandhi Bhavan.

His notable films include Kalikkalam, Nadodikkattu, Vietnam Colony, Sandesham, Lelam, Ayal Kadha Ezhuthukayanu, Narasimham, Pappayude Swantham Appoos, Pulival Kalyanam, Ananthabhadram.

The last rites will be held on Thursday at Santhi Kavadam.