Celebrating Sreenivasan, the brilliant mind behind Malayalam cinema classics and his legendary God’s Screenplays

Sreenivasan, a luminary of Malayalam cinema, was not only a gifted actor and director but also a brilliant writer whose words continue to resonate with audiences and aspiring filmmakers alike. Known for his unique ability to blend humour with incisive social commentary, he crafted stories that were both entertaining and thought-provoking.
His literary contributions include Nadodikkattum Mattu Thirakkathakalum (Nadodikkattu and other screenplays), Chinthavishtayaya Shyamalayum Mattu Thirakkathakalum (Chinthavishtayaya Shyamala and other screenplays), Udayananu Tharam (screenplay) and the celebrated Padachonte Thirakkathakal (God’s Screenplays)—a collection that reflects the divine precision and insight with which he shaped human stories on screen. Through this work, Sreenivasan’s mastery of narrative, characterisation and subtle humour shines, cementing his place as one of Malayalam cinema’s greatest storytellers.
With over 50 screenplays to his name, including classics like Sandesam, Varavelpu and the Nadodikkattu series, Sreenivasan’s writings have transcended entertainment—they have become study material for budding writers and a source of inspiration for generations. His pen gave life to characters that continue to live in the hearts of audiences, proving that true storytelling is both an art and a mirror to society.
Sreenivasan’s God’s Screenplays remind us that cinema is not just about what we see on screen, but the stories that linger long after, speaking to the human condition with humour, empathy and brilliance.
Published: 20 Dec 2025, 11:54 am IST
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