Jagathy Sreekumar: Comedy King's Silent Battle After Tragic Accident

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News18•15-01-2026, 10:38
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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