Kerala State Film Awards 2023: Will Mammootty Equal Mohanlal's Record Today?

Kerala State Film Awards - Best Actor Finalists: Mammootty, Kunchacko Boban, and Soubin Shahir were among the finalists in the Best Actor race at the Kerala State Film Awards. According to reports, among the actresses, the competition was between newcomers.

Although the evaluation of the jury was completed earlier, the winner was decided on Thursday night. To maintain the confidentiality of the awards, the final decision on winners was taken just a day before the announcement.

The announcement of the Kerala State Film Awards, which was postponed due to the demise of former Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy, will take place today.

Culture Minister Saji Cherian will announce the winners at a press conference to be held at the Secretariat's PR Chamber at 3 p.m.

Originally scheduled for 11 a.m. on Wednesday, the award announcement was postponed as a part of mourning following the death of former Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy.

While discussions revolve around various categories, the spotlight shines brightest on the Best Actor, Best Film, and Best Director races. In 2022, several actors delivered exceptional performances in remarkable films.

In 2022, Mammootty portrayed diverse characters in three outstanding films: Kuttan in the psychological drama "Puzhu," Luke Antony in the psychological thriller "Rorschach," and James/Sundaram in Lijo Jose Pellissery's "Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam." Mammootty's experimentation and refined acting skills were evident in each of these roles.

Kunchacko Boban also has a significant presence in the Best Actor race. His noteworthy performances in films like "Nna Thaan Case Kodu," where he showcases a distinct appearance and acting style, the political thriller "Pada," and Mahesh Narayanan's "Ariyippu" have garnered award potential. Soubin Shahir's performance in the film "Ela Veezha Poonchira," directed by Shahi Kabir, is commendable.

Will Mammootty Equal Mohanlal's Record Today?

On the other hand, if Mammootty gets the state award for best actor this year, he will match Mohanlal's record of winning the best actor state award the most number of times. And Mammootty's fans are eager for this moment. So far, Mohanlal has won the best actor award six times, and Mammootty has won it five times.

In 1984, Mammootty won the best actor award for the first time for 'Adiyozhukkukal'. Mohanlal's debut State Award for Best Actor was in 1986 for his performance in T. P. Balagopalan M. A. In 1989, Mammootty won for Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha, Mrigaya, and Mahayanam. In 1991, Mohanlal won for Abhimanyu, Ulladakkam, and Kilukkam. In 1993, Mammootty won for Vidheyan, Ponthan Mada, and Vatsalyam. In 1995, Mohanlal won for Spadikam and Kaalapani. In 1999, Mohanlal again won the award for Vanaprastham. In 2004, Mammootty won for Kaazhcha. In 2005, Mohanlal won for Thanmathra. In 2007, Mohanlal won for Paradesi. In 2009, Mammootty won for Paleri Manikyam: Oru Pathirakolapathakathinte Katha.