Top Honors Announced for 54th Kerala State Film Awards On August 16, the 54th Kerala State Film Awards were announced, celebrating the pinnacle of Malayalam cinema with a range of prestigious awards.
Prithviraj Sukumaran Wins Best Actor
Prithviraj Sukumaran was awarded Best Actor for his compelling performance in Aadujeevitham.
Best Actress Award Shared
The Best Actress honor was shared betwee Urvashi for her role in Christo Tomy’s Ullozhukku and Beena R. Chandran for her performance in Thadavu.
Kathal – The Core Named Best Film
Mammootty starrer Kathal – The Core won the Best Film award, highlighting its significant achievement. Blessy was honored with the Best Director award for Aadujeevitham.
Additional Awards and Recognitions
•Best Popular Film: Aadujeevitham
•Best Music Director: Justin Varghese for Chavar
•Best Supporting Actor: Vijayaraghavan for Pookkalam
•Special Jury Award for Film: Gaganchari
•Special Jury Award for Women: Shalini Usha Devi
•Special Jury Award for Visual Effects: 2018
•Best Debut Director: The specific recipient was not mentioned.
The selection process began with 160 films, which were eventually narrowed down to fewer than fifty for the final consideration.
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