Thilakan
Thilakan | |
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| തിലകൻ | |
| Born | P. K. Surendranatha Thilakan 15 July 1935 |
| Died | 24 September 2012 (aged 77) Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Years active | 1956–1978 (stage) 1972, 1979–2012 (film) |
| Partner(s) | Shantha Sarojam |
| Children | 6 (incl. Shammi and Shobi) |
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Palappurathu Keshavan Surendranatha Thilakan (15 July 1935 – 24 September 2012) was an Indian film and stage actor who appeared in over 200 Malayalam films. Thilakan was known for his elaborate method acting, realistic and spontaneous appearances and is considered to be one of the greatest actors in Malayalam cinema.