Although Malayalam cinema has witnessed several legendary filmmakers over the decades who contributed immensely to the industry’s growth and overall evolution of the visual art, Fazil stands out as an absolute GOAT. Not only has he delivered several great movies over the years — many of which were blockbusters — but he also played a key role in earning the Malayalam film industry nationwide attention. Above all, two of his contributions changed the trajectory of Indian cinema and are celebrated to this day. While one is a movie, arguably the most influential in modern Indian cinema, the other is an actor who is often regarded as one of the best the country has ever seen..

Born in Alappuzha, Fazil’s father wanted him to become a doctor, but the youngster had his heart set on something else

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