Who is Joju George? Know all about Malayalam actor who made his directorial debut with Pani

Hello there! As a lifestyle enthusiast, I’d like to shed some light on an exceptional figure in the Malayalam film industry – none other than Joseph George, better known as Joju George. This versatile actor first graced our screens back in 1995 with his debut in Mazhavilkoodaram. Despite starting his journey as a junior artist, his raw talent quickly propelled him to the limelight.

More recently, he has taken on a new role – that of a director, making his debut with the film Pani. Before we delve into the intricacies of this movie, let’s familiarize ourselves with the man behind the artist!

Who is Joju George?

1995 marked the start of Joju George’s acting career when he appeared in a small role in Mazhavilkoodaram. In the 2010s, he transitioned into taking on supporting roles, eventually winning his first Kerala State Film Award in 2015 for his performances in Oru Second Class Yathra, Lukka Chuppi, and Yathra Chodikkathe.

2018 marked a significant turning point for Joju George when he took the lead in Joseph, a role that garnered him widespread praise and his second Kerala State Film Award. Since then, he’s been consistently delivering impressive performances in films like Porinju Mariam Jose, Jagame Thanthiram, among others.

Beyond his acting career, Joju is renowned for his work as a film producer through his production company, contributing to movies such as Charlie, Joseph, and Madhuram. Furthermore, he displayed his singing abilities by providing vocals for the soundtrack of Joseph.

Meanwhile, Joju married Abba in 2008 and is a father to three children: Sarah, Ian and Ivan. 

Joju George’s directorial debut

Right now, you can stream “Pani,” Joju George’s first directorial venture, on Sony LIV. This film unfolds the tale of a contented couple residing in Thrissur, Kerala, with the husband running a real estate company as its head. However, their serene lifestyle is shattered when a pair of rowdy youngsters engaged in criminal activities cross paths with their family, compelling the man to take decisive action and seek retribution against them.

In this film, Joju George serves as both the director (or chief) and the primary actor. Additionally, Sagar Surya, Bobby Kurian, and other performers are part of the ensemble.

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2025-01-16 08:37