Nilambur Balan was an Indian actor in

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s. He was one of the prominent supporting actor in late 1960s and 1970s in

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movies. He has acted in more than 50 movies.

Biography

He was born in

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. He was a theater artist before becoming a cine artist. Balan acted in many films, including the ''Sankupushpam''. He was married to Vjayalakshmi on 8 December 1957. They started a drama troupe, ''Kalithara'', and acted together in many dramas. His wife is

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State Theater Award-winning actress. The couple has three children, Santhosh, Vijayakumar, and Asha. He died on 4 February 1990. An award established in memory of actor Nilambur Balan by the Nilambur Balan Anusmarana Samithi is presented to individuals in recognition of their contributions to the fields of theater and cinema.

Partial filmography

As an actor

* Moonnilonnu (1996) .... Nambiar * Alicinte Anveshanam (1989) * Padippura (1989) * Ore Thoovalppakshikal (1988) *

Kanakambarangal ''Kanakambarangal'' is a 1988 Indian Malayalam film, directed by N. Sankaran Nair and produced by A. P. Lal. The film stars Thilakan, Murali, Babu Namboothiri and Balan K. Nair in the lead roles. The film has musical score by K. Raghavan. Ca ...

(1988) * Dhwani (1988) * Janangalude Sredhakku (1987) * Chanthayil Choodi Vilkkunna Pennu (1987) * Amma Ariyaan (1986) * Ilaneer (1981) * Anyarude Bhoomi (1979) * Bandhanam (1978) * Kaathirunna Nimisham (1978) .... Ashan * Chuvanna Vithukal (1978) * Vayanaadan Thampan (1978) * Choondakkari (1977) * Yatheem (1977) * Sankhupushpam (1977) * Mohavum Mukthiyum (1977) * Mohiniyaattam (1976) *

Ajayanum Vijayanum ''Ajayanum Vijayanum'' () is a 1976 Indian Malayalam-language film, directed by J. Sasikumar and produced by K. N. S. Jaffarsha. The film stars Prem Nazir, Lakshmi, Sukumari, Kaviyoor Ponnamma and Adoor Bhasi. The film has musical score by M ...

(1976) * Chottaanikkara Amma (1976) *

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(Kayangal) (1975) * Kalyaanappanthal (1975) * Chandanachola (1975) * Love Letter (1975) *

Chattambikkalyaani ''Chattambikkalyaani'' is a 1975 Indian Malayalam film, directed by J. Sasikumar and produced by Sreekumaran Thampi. The film stars Prem Nazir, Lakshmi, K. P. Ummer and M. G. Soman in the lead roles. The film has musical score by M. K. Arjun ...

(1975)...James * Nadeenadanmaare Aavasyamundu (1974) * Swargaputhri (1973) * Chuzhi (1973) * Maram (1973) * Aaraadhika (1973) * Panimudakku (1972) * Kuttyedathi (1971) * Nizhalaattam (1970) * Olavum Theeravum (1970) * Asuravithu (1968) * Pakalkkinaavu (1966) * Murappennu (1965)

Direction

* Anyarude Bhoomi (1979)

Recipients of Nilumbur Balan Award

* 2014

Santha Devi Damayanthi (1927 – 20 November 2010), better known by her stage name Kozhikode Santha Devi, was an Indian Malayalam film and stage actress. In a career spanning about sixty years, she acted in more than 1000 plays and about 480 films. Biog ...

* 2013 Karanthoor * 2011

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* 2009

Mamukkoya Mamukkoya (5 July 1946 – 26 April 2023) was an Indian actor known for his work predominately in Malayalam cinema. He mostly appeared in comedic roles. His unique usage of Kozhikode dialect and style marked his presence in the industry. In a c ...

* 2002

Nilambur Ayisha Nilambur Ayisha is an Indian actress who works in the Malayalam film industry and Malayalam Drama industry. She started her career as a theater artist. Later she became a supporting actress in the Malayalam movies in late 1960s and 1970s. She h ...

* 1998 K. T. Mohammed

References

External links

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Nilambur Balan at MSI
{{DEFAULTSORT:Balan, Nilambur Male actors in Malayalam cinema Indian male film actors Male actors from Kozhikode Year of birth missing 1990 deaths People from Malappuram district 20th-century Indian male actors Malayalam film directors Film directors from Kozhikode