G. K. Pillai (actor)

G. K. Pillai
Born
G Keshava Pillai

July 1924
Chirayinkeezhu, Kingdom of Travancore, British India (present-day Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala)
Died31 December 2021 (aged 97)
Edava, Kerala, India
Occupation(s)Film actor, military officer
Years active1954–1988, 2001–2019
SpousePrincess Ulpalakshiyamma (deceased)
Children6

G. Keshava Pillai (July 1924 – 31 December 2021) was an Indian actor and army and naval officer known for his work in Malayalam cinema. He was active for 65 years, acting in more than 325 Malayalam films, and is known for revolutionising the role of the antagonist in Indian cinema and television.[1][2][3] He was known for his acclaimed villain roles in Vadakkanpattu action films, historical films and other action films during the 70s and 80s. He took also many notable roles in family-focused films and TV shows. He is the only actor during the 80s to have accomplished most of his stunts in films without the use of stunt doubles.

  1. ^ Kumar, P. K. Ajith (31 December 2021). "A towering presence in Malayalam cinema for seven decades". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 31 December 2021.
  2. ^ "Veteran Malayalam actor G K Pillai Passes Away At 97". Outlook (Indian magazine). Retrieved 31 December 2021.
  3. ^ ലേഖകൻ, മാധ്യമം (31 December 2021). "നടൻ ജി.കെ പിള്ള അന്തരിച്ചു". Madhyamam (in Malayalam). Retrieved 1 January 2022.