Veteran Malayalam actor TP Madhavan passed away on Wednesday at a private hospital in Kollam at the age of 88. The cause of his death has not been revealed. Madhavan was a prominent actor in the ’80s and ’90s, featuring in over 600 films. Starting his career at 40, he debuted in the 1975 film Raagam and initially played villainous roles before transitioning to comic and character roles. Before acting, he worked in advertising and was also the first General Secretary of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA).
He launched his acting career at the age of 40 with the 1975 film “Raagam.” TP Madhavan became well-known for portraying antagonistic roles before transitioning to comedy and character parts. His final appearance was in the Malayalam film “Maalgudi Days” in 2016. He is survived by his daughter Devika and son Raja Krishna Menon, a prominent Bollywood director recognised for films like “Airlift,” “Chef,” and “Pippa.”
In his later years, Madhavan struggled with memory loss and lived at Gandhi Bhavan in Pathanapuram, where he spent his final days, according to Manorama. Despite his health issues, he continued to be honored for his contributions to cinema, receiving prestigious awards like the Ramu Karyat Award and the Prem Nazir Award while staying at Gandhi Bhavan.
T P Madhavan, son of the distinguished professor NP Pillai, was born into a well-known family. A post-graduate in sociology, Madhavan initially ran successful advertising agencies in Mumbai and Kolkata before making his entry into films. His acting career took off at the age of 40 after a chance meeting with actor Madhu, who cast him in the film Priya. Madhavan’s contributions went beyond cinema, as he became the first General Secretary of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA). He served in the role for a decade, playing a crucial part in shaping the organisation and advocating for the welfare of his fellow artists.
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