Jagathy Sreekumar, legendary Malayalam actor known for over 1,500 films, was left wheelchair-bound and unable to speak after a 2012 accident.
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Jagathy Sreekumar: Comedy King's Silent Battle After Tragic Accident

  • Jagathy Sreekumar, born January 5, 1951, in Jagathy, Thiruvananthapuram, is a celebrated Malayalam actor known for his comedic and character roles.
  • He starred in over 1,500 films across five decades, holding a Guinness World Record for most films in a single year and over a thousand films overall.
  • A tragic car accident on March 10, 2012, near Thenjipalam, Malappuram, left him with severe injuries, impacting his speech and mobility.
  • Despite being confined to a wheelchair and unable to speak, he has made a comeback, appearing in the CBI series' fifth installment and a zombie film titled Vala.
  • Jagathy Sreekumar, known for making five generations laugh, continues to connect with fans through smiles and gestures, embodying resilience.

Why It Matters: Malayalam comedy legend Jagathy Sreekumar, despite a life-altering accident, continues his resilient journey in cinema.

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