Mohanlal, still raring to go at 53
One of Malayalam cinema's most famous superstars, Mohanlal is still raring to go as he turns 53.
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One of Malayalam cinema's most famous superstars, Mohanlal is still raring to go as he turns 53. The actor, who has been a part of the film industry since the past three decades and is known for his hits such as Namukku Parkan Mundhiri Thoppukal, Kaalapani and Kanmadam, is busy shooting for his Tamil film Jilla even on his birthday.
Here's a look at his life and times as he turns a year older. -
Mohanlal was born in Pathanamthitta in Kerala. His father, an officer in the state government secretariat went on to became the Law Secretary of Kerala. He had an elder brother, Pyarelal, who passed away 2000. He was raised in his maternal house in Thiruvananthapuram and studied at Model School there.
The first time his acting ability came to the fore was at the Model School (Trivandrum) in 1972. While he was in the sixth grade and competing with 10th graders, he was selected as the best actor! -
After a grand 2012, Mohanlal has many films lined up for release in 2013 including Lokpal, Dollar Raja, 6 Muthal 60 Vare and Mister Fraud.
In his 34-year career, he has acted in over 300 Malayalam films, 4 Tamil films and 4 Bollywood films. He has equally memorable theatre appearances and is truly te complete actor.
Here's wishing Mohanlal a very happy birthday and a successful year ahead.