Daijiworld Media Network - Chennai

Chennai, Sept 7: Mollywood legend Mammootty celebrated his 74th birthday on Sunday, and heartfelt wishes poured in from across the Indian film industry, with fellow superstar Mohanlal, actress Malavika Mohanan, and rising star Kalyani Priyadarshan leading the tributes.

Mohanlal’s Warm Wish: “Happy Birthday Dear Ichakka”

Actor Mohanlal, a long-time colleague and friend, shared a warm and candid photo of the two stalwarts relaxing on a couch, with a short but affectionate caption:

"Happy Birthday Dear Ichakka"

Fans were quick to flood the post with comments, celebrating the enduring bond between the two icons of Malayalam cinema.

Malavika Mohanan’s Emotional Throwback

Actress Malavika Mohanan went down memory lane, recounting her entry into cinema – a moment she credits to Mammootty.

Sharing an old photo of herself with the megastar, she wrote:

“This was my first ever ‘audition’ in my life. The magnitude of it never hit me back then… but who gets their first one taken by a legendary actor?”

“They were casting for Pattam Pole with Dulquer, and Mammukka spotted me on a set I was visiting. He recommended me for the film. That’s how I landed my first role.”

Malavika concluded with a heartfelt note:

“Happy birthday @mammootty sir… Thank you for bringing me into the magical world of movies.”
Kalyani Priyadarshan Remembers First Set Encounter

Kalyani Priyadarshan, who is set to appear alongside Mammootty in the upcoming film "Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra", recalled the electrifying moment when Mammootty surprised the crew on set.

“The day he walked onto our set as a surprise, I think all of us instantly dropped whatever we had in our hands,” she recalled.
“I was jealous of the boys who managed pictures with him while I was stuck in costume.”

She continued, admiring his natural presence:

“His aura was light, funny, and effortless. He inspires without trying and reminds us what it means to be human. I hope we’ve made him proud.”

“Happy birthday to our Moothon…”

As Mammootty turns 74, his legacy as a transformative figure in Indian cinema continues to grow. With over five decades of work, spanning multiple languages and genres, the actor remains not just a revered artist but a guiding force for generations of talent.