Sreekumar Achary, better known by his stage name Jagathy Sreekumar or simply Jagathy, is an Indian actor, director and playback singer, who has appeared in over 1500 Malayalam films in a career spanning almost four decades. Widely regarded as the greatest comedian in the history of Malayalam cinema, he is also known for his highly nuanced character roles. He is the son of acclaimed dramaturge and writer, the late Jagathy N. K. Achary.
Sethurama Iyer CBI is a 2004 Indian Malayalam-language mystery crime film directed by K. Madhu and written by S. N. Swamy. It stars Mammootty in the title role, alongside Mukesh and Jagathy Sreekumar in supporting roles. Shyam composed the background score for the film.
Hallo is a 2007 Indian Malayalam-language comedy thriller film written and directed by the Rafi Mecartin duo. iT stars Mohanlal and Parvathy Melton(in her Malayalam debut), with Jagathy Sreekumar, Siddique, K. B. Ganesh Kumar, Madhu, and Samvrutha Sunil in important roles. The music was composed by Alex Paul. The film received positive reviews from critics. Critics praised Mohanlal"s performance. The film was also a major commercial success. It was remade in Telugu as Naa Style Veru (2009) and in Kannada as Manjunatha BA LLB (2012). The plot of the movie was reported to have been partially borrowed from the 2004 movie Cellular.
Naduvazhikal is a 1989 Indian Malayalam-language action crime film directed by Joshiy and written by S. N. Swami. The film was loosely based on The Godfather. It tells the story of Arjun (Mohanlal), who takes up the business empire of his father Ananthan (Madhu), who has been sent to jail, and his clashes with his father's rivals, the Chekkudi brothers. The film also features Murali, Devan, Thilakan, Kuthiravattom Pappu, Jagathy Sreekumar and Manianpilla Raju in supporting roles. The music was composed by Shyam. The film was released on 5 May 1989 to positive reviews and was one of the highest-grossing films of the year. The climax of the film was highly appreciated by critics and audience like.
Bhoomiyile Rajakkanmar is a 1987 Indian Malayalam-language political thriller film directed by Thampi Kannanthanam, written by Dennis Joseph, and produced by Joy Thomas under the company Jubilee Productions. It features Mohanlal, Suresh Gopi, Nalini, Balan K. Nair, Adoor Bhasi, Jagadish, and Jagathy Sreekumar in major roles. The music for the film was composed by S. P. Venkatesh. This film was a super hit and it was remade in Telugu.
Thuruppugulan is a 2006 Indian Malayalam-language action comedy film directed by Johny Antony and written by the Udayakrishna/Siby K. Thomas duo. The film stars Mammootty in the title role, alongside an ensemble cast of Sneha, Innocent, Devan, Kalasala Babu, Suresh Krishna, Jagathy Sreekumar, Raj Kapoor, Vijayaraghavan, Salim Kumar, Harisree Ashokan, Cochin Haneefa, Baburaj and Janardanan in major supporting roles. The music was composed by Alex Paul.
Sthalathe Pradhana Payyans is 1993 Malayalam-language political thriller film directed by Shaji Kailas and written by Renji Panicker. The film revolved around the current affairs of Kerala in 90s and was a commercial success.
Uppukandam Brothers Back in Action is a 2011 Malayalam film, it stars Srikanth, Honey Rose and Babu Antony in main role. It is a sequel to the 1993 film Uppukandam Brothers. The film received negative reviews. It was later dubbed and released in Tamil as Chatriya Vamsam.
Adikkurippu is a 1989 Malayalam-language legal thriller film, written by S. N. Swamy and directed by K. Madhu. It stars Mammootty in the lead role, who plays the role of an advocate. The movie was praised for introducing a new theme in Malayalam by depicting the life of a castaway portrayed by Jagathy, who lands in legal problems that were rare in Malayalam movies during that time. The film is loosely based on the missing ship owned by Kerala Shipping Corporation, MV Kairali. S. N. Swamy has recognized the film as his favorite.
Varaphalam is a 1994 Indian Malayalam-language comedy-drama film directed by Thaha and written by B. Jayachandran, starring Sreenivasan and Mukesh in the lead roles.
Kasaragod Khader Bhai is a 1992 Indian Malayalam-language comedy film directed by Thulasidas and starring Jagadish, Siddique, Ashokan, Zainuddin, Innocent, Mala Aravindan, Alummoodan, Babu Antony, Sunitha, Suchitra and Philomina. The film is a sequel to 1991 film Mimics Parade. In 2010, it spawned a sequel titled Again Kasargod Khader Bhai.
Bharathan Effect is a 2007 Indian Malayalam-language science fiction film written by Madhu Muttam, directed by Anil Das and starring Biju Menon in the title role. The film is about a genius inventor who makes a small gadget which can fly without fuel using the concept of antigravity.
Rajadhani (transl. Capital) is a 1994 Indian Malayalam-language political action film directed by Joshy Mathew, written by Mani Shornur and produced by Stephen Njarakkal. The film stars Babu Antony, Charmila, Innocent and Nedumudi Venu. The film has musical score by Johnson.
Captain is a 1999 Indian Malayalam-language film directed by Nissar and produced by Anil Menon. The film stars Vani Viswanath, Babu Antony, Captain Raju, Roopa Sri, Baiju and Jagathy Sreekumar in the lead roles. The film has musical score by Alleppey Ranganath.
Vannu Kandu Keezhadakki is a 1985 Indian Malayalam-language film, directed by Joshiy. It is a remake of the Hindi film Khubsoorat. The film stars M. G. Soman, Lakshmi and Nadhiya.
Ganamela is a 1991 Indian Malayalam-language film directed and produced by Ambili and written by Jagadish. The film stars Mukesh, Geetha Vijayan, Jagathy Sreekumar and Innocent. The film has musical score by Raveendran, A. T. Ummer, and Jerry Amaldev.
Sakshal Sreeman Chathunni is a 1993 Indian Malayalam-language comedy fantasy drama film directed by Anil–Babu and written by Kaloor Dennis, starring Innocent, Jagadish and Baiju Santhosh.
Janam is a 1993 Indian Malayalam-language film directed by Viji Thampi and starring Murali, Siddique and Geetha in the lead roles.
Kallan Kappalil Thanne is a 1992 Indian Malayalam film directed by Prasanth. The film stars Jagadish, Siddique, Maathu, Suchitra and Poojappura Ravi in the lead roles.
Bharthaavudyogam is a 2001 Indian Malayalam comedy drama film, directed by Suresh Vinu, starring Jagadish, Athira and Siddique in the lead roles. The film had a musical score composed by M Jayachandran.
