Vinod Kovoor[1] is an Indian actor best known for his work in Malayalam cinema.[2] He gained attention in the comedy show Marimayam,[3] broadcast by Mazhavil Manorama,[4] which conveys a satirical picture of public offices in Kerala. He is also known for his role as "Moosakka" in M80 Moosa, a serial on Media one channel.

Vinod Kovoor
Born
OccupationsFilm director, actor
Years active2003 – present
Known for

Personal life

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He started a mimicry troupe known as Tom & Jerry. He participated in reality shows in AmritaTV and SuryaTV which paved his way to the film field. He debuted with the movie Mazhanool Kanavu in 2003.[5]

He also works as personal trainer and motivator for students. Currently he resides at Kovoor, Kozhikode with his family.[6]

Career

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He has written books on mimicry and mono-act.[7] His first book, Ekabhinaya Samaharam, has 25 scripts and most of it deals with social issues. His also released a second book, Kalolsavam Monoact.[8] He received a Best actor Award for the short film Athe Karanathal from the National Film Festival.[9] He was best actor for four years consecutively in Kerala Kalolsavam. He won best Excellency award by Rotary, J.C.I. He also received Best Television Anchor Award by K.C.L, Best Comedy artist Award by Kerala Hasyavedi, Kazhcha Award and Best child artist award for the drama Chandrolsavam in Kambissery Nadakolsavam. His Achayan role in the short film "Nerariyathe" was critically acclaimed.[6]

Filmography

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YearTitleRoleNotes
2003Mazhanoolkkanavu
2011Adaminte Makan AbuMoideen
2012Puthiya Theerangal
Ustad Hotel
2013Punyalan AgarbattisPappan
Athe Karanathal[10]
Vishudhan
Vallatha PahayanShukkur[11]
2014VarshamAslam
Nerariyathe
Pattam Pole
2015PremamBroker Shamsu
Kasthoorba
2016Happy Wedding
2019ShibuProducer
2021NizhalConstable Sainudheen
Escape
2024Manasa Vacha
Panchayath Jetty[12]

Television series

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YearShowChannelRole
2012 – presentMarimayamMazhavil ManoramaMoidu/ Iyppe/Aaromal
2014 – 2018M80 MoosaMedia OneM80 Moosa
2020Thatteem MutteemMazhavil ManoramaDr.Moidu(Cameo)

References

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  1. "Vinod kovoor". Vinod kovoor. Retrieved 12 January 2016.
  2. "Vinod Kovoor". metromatinee.com. Archived from the original on 14 July 2014. Retrieved 16 March 2018.
  3. "All for laughs - Thrissur". The Hindu. 14 September 2012. Retrieved 12 January 2016.
  4. "Official Website - About". Retrieved 4 March 2014.
  5. "ഇത്‌ ഞമ്മടെ മൂസാക്കായി... - Page 2". Mangalam.com. 14 November 2014. Retrieved 12 January 2016.
  6. 1 2 "പ്രേക്ഷകരുടെ ഇഷ്ടതാരം, കോഴിക്കോടൻ ശൈലിയുടെ പുതിയ വക്താവായ വിനോദ്‌ കോവൂർ മനസ്‌ തുറക്കുന്നു &#124". Archived from the original on 14 June 2014. Retrieved 4 March 2014.
  7. "'Marimayam' team in 'Vallatha Pahayan'". 31 March 2013. Archived from the original on 14 July 2014. Retrieved 1 April 2023.
  8. "Vinod Kovoor is a writer too!". Timesofindia.indiatimes.com. 27 June 2014. Retrieved 12 January 2016.
  9. "Vinod Kovoor - Photos, Videos, Blogs | itimes". Ww.itimes.com. Retrieved 12 January 2016.
  10. "'Athe karanathal', a Short Fiction by Jeevaj Raveendran and team". News.entecity.com. 4 January 2013. Retrieved 12 January 2016.
  11. "Another Vallatha Pahayan ! - Malayalam Movie News". Indiaglitz.com. 21 February 2013. Archived from the original on 24 September 2015. Retrieved 12 January 2016.
  12. Features, C. E. (2 July 2024). "Panchayath Jetty gets a release date". Cinema Express. Retrieved 4 July 2024.
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