Discover the fascinating life and career of Neeraj Madhav, a prominent figure in Malayalam cinema and beyond. From his early life and education to his notable roles and awards, this comprehensive biography explores all aspects of his journey.
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Born on Monday, March 26, 1990, in Thiruvannur, Calicut, Neeraj Madhav’s zodiac sign is Aries. He completed his schooling at St. Joseph’s Boys Higher Secondary School in Calicut (Kozhikode), Kerala. His higher education included a graduation from SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, followed by a postgraduate degree in theatre from the School of Drama and Fine Arts, Thrissur, Kerala.
Family, Caste & Wife
Neeraj hails from a South Indian family. His father, Dr. K. Madhavan, is a veterinarian, and his mother, Latha, is a teacher. He has a younger brother, Navneeth, who is also an actor and dancer, having appeared in several South Indian films.
On April 2, 2018, Neeraj married Deepthi, an engineer at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS).
Career
Neeraj’s acting debut was in the 2013 Malayalam film Buddy. He went on to star in numerous successful films, including:
- Drishyam (2013)
- 1983 (2014)
- Sapthamashree Thaskaraha (2014)
- Oru Vadakkan Selfie (2015)
- Adi Kapyare Kootamani (2015)
Beyond acting, his talents extend to choreography (debuting with “Enne thallendammava” in 2015) and screenwriting (Lavakusha in 2017). His role in the web series “The Family Man” (2019) further broadened his reach.
Awards & Honours
Neeraj’s contributions to the film industry have been recognized with several prestigious awards:
| Award | Year | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Asiavision Awards | 2015 | New Sensation in Acting (Male) |
| North American Film Awards | 2016 | Special Mention by the Jury |
| North American Film Awards | 2017 | Special Mention by the Jury (for Paippin Chuvattile Pranayam) |
| Asianet Film Awards | 2018 | Best Star Pair (for Paippin Chuvattile Pranayam) |
Favourite Things
- Food: South Indian Cuisines
- Actor: Rajinikanth
- Choreographer: Prabhu Deva
- Singer: A. R. Rahman
Facts
While in school, Neeraj participated in the first season of “Super Dancer” on Amrita TV. He’s trained in Bharatanatyam by Kalamandalam Saraswathy and her daughter, Aswathy. His skills also include playing the Chenda (a percussion instrument), and he supports Kalanilayam Udayan Namboodiri.
Known for his love of shoes and his significant collection, Neeraj is also an animal lover, particularly fond of cats and dogs. His hobbies include dancing, traveling, and listening to music.
