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Suraj
Active Malayalam Cinema
- FromVenjarammoodu, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
- Based inKochi, Kerala, India
- Age46–55
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Personal Biography
Personal Information
- Full Name: Suraj Vasudevan
- Popular Name: Suraj Venjaramoodu
- Nickname: Kuttappan
- Profession: Actor, Comedian, Impressionist, Television Presenter
- Profession Category: Actor, Comedian
- Known For: Perariyathavar, Android Kunjappan Version 5.25, The Great Indian Kitchen, Driving Licence, Chattambinaadu (as Dashamoolam Damu)
- Date of Birth: 30 June 1976
- Age: 50 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Venjarammoodu, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
- Hometown: Venjarammoodu, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
- Current Residence: Kochi, Kerala, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Physical Appearance
- Height: 5 ft 8 in (172 cm)
- Weight: Approx. 76 kg
- Eye Colour: Dark Brown
- Hair Colour: Black
Family
- Father: Venjarammoodu K. Vasudevan Nair (Retired Indian Army Soldier)
- Mother: Vilasini
- Brother: V. Saji (Indian Army Officer)
- Sister: Sunitha V. V.
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse: Supriya Suraj (m. 2005)
- Children: Three children, including daughter Hridya
Education
- School: K.V.M.L.P.S., Venjarammoodu, Kerala
- College: Government ITI, Attingal, Kerala
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
|---|---|
| 2000 | Began his professional entertainment career as a stand-up comedian and mimicry artist. |
| 2001 | Made his feature film acting debut with the spoof comedy Jagapoga. |
| 2005 | Worked as a language coach for Mammootty, helping him master the Thiruvananthapuram dialect for Rajamanikyam. |
| 2009 | Achieved widespread popularity with his iconic comic role as Dashamoolam Damu in Chattambinaadu. |
| 2013 | Delivered a critically acclaimed performance as a municipal sweeper in the award-winning film Perariyathavar. |
| 2014 | Won the National Film Award for Best Actor for his performance in Perariyathavar, marking a major career milestone. |
| 2019 | Successfully transitioned into serious character roles with acclaimed performances in Android Kunjappan Version 5.25 and Vikruthi. |
| 2021 | Received international acclaim for portraying the patriarchal husband in The Great Indian Kitchen. |
| 2024 | Expanded his career with acclaimed streaming projects while continuing to star in successful Malayalam and South Indian films. |
| 2026 | Continued his successful run with roles in Bharathanatyam 2: Mohiniyattam and the anticipated film Kara. |
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film / Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Best Comedy Artist | Kerala State Film Awards | Ivar Vivahitharayal | Won |
| 2010 | Best Comedy Artist | Kerala State Film Awards | Oru Naal Varum | Won |
| 2013 | Best Comedy Artist | Kerala State Film Awards | Daivathinte Swantham Cleetus | Won |
| 2014 | Best Actor | National Film Awards | Perariyathavar | Won |
| 2019 | Best Actor | Kerala State Film Awards | Android Kunjappan Version 5.25 & Vikruthi | Won |
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About Suraj Venjaramoodu
Did Suraj Venjaramoodu win a National Award?
Yes. He won the prestigious National Film Award for Best Actor in 2013 for his exceptionally dignified, quiet portrayal of a municipal sweeper in the drama Perariyathavar
What was his breakthrough comedy character?
His most iconic comedy character is "Dashamoolam Damu" from the 2009 film Chattambinaadu, a role that remains immensely popular as a legendary internet meme sensation in Kerala.
What did he study before joining the film industry?
He completed his primary education in Venjaramoodu and later earned a Mechanical Diploma course from the Government ITI, Attingal.
Did he coach superstar Mammootty for a movie?
Yes. Hailing from Thiruvananthapuram, Suraj served as the local language and dialect tutor for Mammootty to help him master the Trivandrum accent for his blockbuster role as Bellari Raja in Rajamanikyam (2005)
Who is his wife?
He married Supriya in 2005, and they have three children together.
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