MC Jithin

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MC Jithin
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MC Jithin in 2024
Born
MC Jithin

Alma mater
  • St. Joseph College of Communication, Changanassery
  • University of Madras
Occupations
  • Film director
  • Screenwriter
  • Educator
Years active2011–present
Known for Nonsense , Sookshmadarshini

MC Jithin is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and educator from Kerala. His notable works include Nonsense (2018), a film that critiques the education system, [1] and Sookshmadarshini (2024), a psychological thriller that received critical acclaim. [2]

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Early life and Education

Jithin was born in Iritty, Kannur, Kerala, He pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia at St. Joseph College of Communication, Changanassery, and later obtained a Master’s degree in Visual Communication from the University of Madras. [3]

Career

MC Jithin started his career directing short films. His 2012 short, Water, a public service advertisement, won recognition at WATER COMMONS-FLICK FEST' 12. [4]

Jithin worked as Assistant Director under Abrid Shine for film 1983 (2014). He gained recognition for his debut feature film Nonsense (2018), a sports comedy, which tackled flaws in the education system. [5] The film was praised for its bold storytelling and social commentary. [6] The film starred Rinosh George, Vinay Forrt and Shruthi Ramachandran.

In 2024, Jithin directed Sookshmadarshini , a black comedy psychological thriller exploring themes of curiosity and human behavior. The film was praised for its emotional depth and layered storytelling. [7]

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MC with Basil and Nazriya

The film starred Nazriya Nazim and Basil Joseph.


Educator

Jithin serves as the Head of the Film Studies Department at Don Bosco IMAGE in Vennala. He is also a guest lecturer and conducts workshops across various institutions in South India. [8]

Filmography

YearTitleRoleType
2011MallusWriter, DirectorShort film
2012WaterDirectorPublic Service Advertisement
2012FridayWriter, DirectorShort film
2012Loud TruthWriter, DirectorShort film
2012Chilappol ChilarWriterShort film
2018 Nonsense Director, ScreenwriterFilm
2024 Sookshmadarshini Director, ScreenwriterFilm

Awards and Recognitions

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