Malayalam music icon Unni Menon celebrates his 70th birthday on Tuesday, December 2. Known for his soulful voice and timeless hits, Menon has left an indelible mark on both Malayalam and Tamil music. From the iconic opening line of “Oru Chempaneer Pooviruthu…” to countless chartbusters, his songs have captivated generations and continue to define musical excellence.
Born on December 2, 1955, in Guruvayur, Unni Menon’s journey began under the guidance of Nambalatt Narayanankutty Menon and soon extended to Tamil cinema, where legendary composer B A Chidambaranath recognised his talent.

Hits that define generations

Menon rose to fame with A R Rahman’s “Puthu Vellai Mazhai…” in 1992 and has since delivered hundreds of memorable tracks. With over 250 Malayalam songs and more than 550 across various albums, his hits—Poongatte Poyi Chollamo…, Mazhaneer Thullikal…, Rathipushpam Pookunna Yaamam…—continue to enchant music lovers of all ages.

As Unni Menon celebrates his 70th birthday, fans and admirers honour the legacy of a singer whose voice transcends generations.