Padma Shri – Outstanding kerala

17Aug

Peruvanam Kuttan Marar — The Maestro Who Gave Kerala’s Melam Its Majestic Voice

Peruvanam Kuttan Marar Chenda Artist / Percussionist Peruvanam Kuttan Marar is one of Kerala’s most celebrated chenda artists and a prominent figure in the state’s traditional temple arts. For decades,…

17Aug

Mattannur Sankarankutty Marar — The Rhythmic Maestro of Kerala

Mattannur Sankarankutty Marar Powerful Thayambaka and chenda performances Mattannur Sankarankutty Marar, also known as M. P. Sankara Marar, is one of Kerala’s most celebrated percussionists and a distinguished exponent…

17Aug

Jose Chacko Periappuram — The Heart Surgeon Who Changed Cardiac Care in Kerala

Jose Chacko Periappuram Cardiac Surgeon, Healthcare Leader Jose Chacko Periappuram is one of Kerala’s best-known cardiac surgeons, recognised for bringing advanced heart surgery and transplantation to the state. His…

11Aug

163 . Cheruvayal K. Raman — The Guardian of Kerala’s Rare Rice Seeds

Cheruvayal K. Raman Indian tribal farmer Cheruvayal K. Raman is a tribal farmer from Wayanad who has dedicated his life to protecting Kerala’s traditional rice varieties. Working from…

03Jul

76 . Balachandra Menon : 50 Years of Excellence in Malayalam Cinema

Balachandra Menon Indian actor and director Balachandra Menon is a multi-faceted talent of Malayalam cinema. This all-rounder of Malayalam cinema needs no introduction to Malayalis. He has proven his talent…