Sreekumaran Thampi

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Born - March 16, 1940 in Haripad, Alappuzha, Kerala, India

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Star Singer: Vidhu Stuns with ‘Manohari Nin’; Grabs His 10th Golden Star

etimes.in / May 21, 2026, 11:30 (IST)

In a stunning display of vocal talent, Vidhu Raj stole the spotlight during the Free Hit with Improvisation round on Star Singer. His enchanting performance of 'Manohari Nin' left the audience in awe, earning him a perfect score of 100 from esteemed judge K. S. Chithra, who also hit the golden buzzer to celebrate his exceptional artistry.

City to mark Ravi Varma’s 178th birth anniversary

TNN / Apr 26, 2026, 00:44 (IST)

Sreekumaran Thampi to launch a new serial

TNN / Sep 12, 2015, 23:53 (IST)

It is titled Bandhuvaru Shatruvaaru

Kamal Haasan congratulates Sreekumaran Thampi on the the prestigious Vayalar award win

etimes.in / Oct 10, 2023, 14:47 (IST)

Renowned Malayalam artist Sreekumaran Thampi has been honored with the Vayalar Award for his autobiography 'Jeevitham Oru Pendulum' (Life is a Pendulum). Kamal Haasan, who has worked with Thampi in the past, congratulated him on this achievement. Thampi expressed his gratitude for the award but also revealed that he had been deliberately denied it multiple times in the past. The Vayalar Award is considered the most prestigious accolade in Kerala and includes a cash prize, citation, and a bronze figurine.

I have issues with superstars: Sreekumaran Thampi

TNN / Jun 06, 2014, 15:17 (IST)

The director is all set to helm a movie with Madhu and Saradha in lead roles

Documentary about Sreekumaran Thampi screened

TNN / Aug 07, 2018, 14:00 (IST)

The screening of the film was held in Trivandrum

Sreekumaran Thampi alleges Mohanlal and Mammootty sidelined him, claims power politics shaped Malayalam cinema

etimes.in / Sep 05, 2024, 07:51 (IST)

Veteran lyricist Sreekumaran Thampi has accused top Malayalam film stars like Mohanlal and Mammootty of sidelining him through power politics. He addressed sexual allegations against Siddique and Mukesh, pay disparity between male and female actors, and AMMA's influence over the industry. Thampi praised WCC's formation but criticized delays in its report. He also noted some improvements with new actors rising in the industry.

Malayalam lyricist Sreekumaran Thampi reveals he was hospitalized due to a stroke: 'I spent a week in the ICU'

etimes.in / Sep 24, 2024, 01:50 (IST)

Sreekumaran Thampi, renowned poet and lyricist, suffered a stroke on September 9 due to high blood pressure. He spent a week in the ICU at KIMS Health in Thiruvananthapuram and is now recovering. In a Facebook post, he thanked the medical team and requested fans to understand his need for rest during this period.

Subhramanya Sandhya turns a starry affair

TNN / Apr 22, 2019, 17:51 (IST)

Renji Panicker reminisces his encounter with musician Arjunan Master, in a lift

Jun 20, 2018, 18:03 (IST)

The musician, along with Sreekumaran Thampi, has composed music for the Jayaraj film 'Bhayanakam'

Madhu's 92nd birthday: G. Venugopal's post sparks controversy; actor's daughter says 'Shared without knowing facts'

etimes.in / Sep 27, 2025, 08:18 (IST)

Singer G Venugopal's birthday post for actor Madhu sparked a social media debate. Madhu's daughter Uma Jayalakshmi responded to the claims. She expressed disappointment regarding Venugopal's statements about her father. Sreekumaran Thampi also criticized the remarks as baseless. Venugopal's post suggested neglect of the actor's current life and financial situation. Thampi clarified Madhu's assets were never sold for films. Following the backlash, Venugopal edited his original birthday message.

Director Sreekumaran Thampi to stage a comeback to celluloid

TNN / Jun 05, 2014, 11:22 (IST)

Sreekumaran Thampi, who once left the Malayalam film industry when he felt that it had become superstar centric, is all set to make a comeback.

What to watch on TV this Vishnu? TV couples to have a blast in 'Vishu Tharamelam'

etimes.in / Apr 12, 2024, 19:07 (IST)

Arya hosts 'Vishu Tharamelam' with TV reel couples, special guests Asha Sharath and Sreekumaran Thampi, offering entertainment, nostalgia, and laughter in the festive season. In "Vishu Tharamelam," viewers can look forward to witnessing their favorite reel couples from popular TV serials coming together to create unforgettable moments.

MT and Madhu@90 photography exhibition: IFFK 2023 celebrates veterans MT Vasudevan Nair and Madhu as they turn 90

etimes.in / Dec 12, 2023, 15:48 (IST)

The 28th edition of the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) opened on Friday, December 8 at Thiruvananthapuram. The festival celebrated the 90th birthdays of filmmaker-screenwriter-author MT Vasudevan Nair and actor Madhu through a photography exhibition. The exhibition showcased rare pictures of the honorees and was curated by photographer R. Gopalakrishnan. Renowned filmmaker Sreekumaran Thampi inaugurated the event, which was organized at Tagore Theatre. The IFFK is one of India's prominent film festivals and is hosted by the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy on behalf of the Department of Cultural Affairs, Government of Kerala.

Balu never learnt music, his voice was a God-given gift: Sreekumaran Thampi on SPB's passing

Sep 25, 2020, 16:13 (IST)

The veteran director and songwriter talks about his association with legendary singer SP Balasubrahmanyam, who passed away in Chennai on September 25

Sreekumaran Thampi lauds Parvathy Thiruvoth’s decision to resign from AMMA

TNN / Oct 12, 2020, 20:57 (IST)

She announced the resignation on Monday evening via social media

Poovili poovili… the stories behind Onam songs

Sep 08, 2016, 00:00 (IST)

Checkout the interesting stories behind the birth of our beloved Onam songs!

Suraj in Sreeekumaran Thampi’s next!

TNN / Jan 05, 2015, 10:26 (IST)

Aayiram Paadasarangal to feature Malayali musicians

TNN / Jul 20, 2014, 14:15 (IST)

The show will air on Jaihind

Oru Kuprasidha Payyan song 'Viralthumbum' song is a variety composition by Ouseppachan - Sreekumaran Thampi team

TNN / Oct 29, 2018, 09:49 (IST)

It is sung by Adarash Abraham

Sreekumaran Thampi gets Prem Nazir award

TNN / Jan 01, 2002, 00:37 (IST)

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Noted lyricist Srikumaran Thampi has been selected for this year's Prem Nazir Foundation award for his contributions to the art and cultural fields.