30/12/2024
Dileep Shankar,
commonly known as Dileep, is a renowned Indian actor, producer, and businessman who primarily works in the Malayalam film industry. Born on October 27, 1968, in Edavanakad, Ernakulam, Kerala, Dileep began his acting career in the early 1990s.
Early Life and Education
Dileep was born to a family of modest means. His father, Padmanabhan Pillai, was a retired army officer, and his mother, Sarojini, was a homemaker. Dileep completed his schooling at the Nirmala Higher Secondary School, Aluva, and later pursued a degree in commerce from the Maharaja's College, Ernakulam.
Career
Dileep began his acting career with minor roles in Malayalam films. His breakthrough came with the 1994 film "Manathe Kottaram," directed by Sunil. Since then, he has appeared in numerous films, including "Sallapam" (1996), "Ee Puzhayum Kadannu" (1996), and "Meenathil Thalikettu" (1998).
Notable Films
Some of Dileep's notable films include:
1. "Manathe Kottaram" (1994)
2. "Sallapam" (1996)
3. "Ee Puzhayum Kadannu" (1996)
4. "Meenathil Thalikettu" (1998)
5. "Thenkasipattanam" (2000)
6. "Meesa Madhavan" (2002)
7. "C.I.D. Moosa" (2003)
8. "Runway" (2004)
9. "Chanthupottu" (2005)
10. "Lion" (2006)
11. "Speed Track" (2007)
12. "Twenty:20" (2008)
13. "Bodyguard" (2010)
14. "Christian Brothers" (2011)
15. "Mayamohini" (2012)
16. "Sound Thoma" (2013)
17. "Ring Master" (2014)
18. "Chandrettan Evideya" (2015)
19. "King Liar" (2016)
20. "Ramaleela" (2017)
Awards and Recognition
Dileep has received numerous awards and nominations for his performances, including:
1. Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor (2004) for "Kilichundan Mampazham"
2. Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Malayalam (2005) for "Chanthupottu"
3. Asianet Film Award for Best Actor (2008) for "Twenty:20"
4. Vanitha Film Award for Best Actor (2011) for "Christian Brothers"
Personal Life
Dileep is married to Kavya Madhavan, a popular Malayalam actress. The couple tied the knot on November 25, 2016. Dileep has a daughter, Meenakshi, from his previous marriage to Manju Warrier.
Controversies
Dileep has been involved in several controversies throughout his career, including a highly publicized divorce from his first wife, Manju Warrier, and an arrest in 2017 for his alleged involvement in the abduction and assault of a Malayalam actress.