Binu Pappu
Binu Pappu (born 13 December 1982), is an Indian actor and assistant director primarily working in the Malayalam movie industry. He is the son of legendary actor Kuthiravattam Pappu. He is mainly noted for his performances in the movies Helen, One, Operation Java and Bheemante Vazhi.
Binu Pappu | |
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| Born | Binu Padmadalakshan 13 December 1982 Chennai, Tamil nadu, India |
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| Years active | 2014–present |
| Spouse | Ashita Alex |
| Parent | Kuthiravattam Pappu |
An experienced animator and entrepreneur, he ventured into acting with Saleem Baba's Gunda in 2014 and has worked with directors like Aashiq Abu, Mathukutty Xavier, Tharun Moorthy, Lal Jose, Johnpaul George, Rosshan Andrrews and Khalid Rahman. He has also worked as assistant director and chief associate director in nearly a dozen movies, including Mayaanadhi, Virus, and Halal Love Story. Before joining the movie industry, he worked as a 3D visualiser and creative supervisor for an architectural firm handling clients from across the world.
Binu has also worked as a casting director for films like Guppy, Mayanadi, Virus, and Puzhu. A gearhead and an avid traveller, he is a member of KTM Jeepers, a Kerala-based organisation of off-roading enthusiasts. It holds events and camps to help charitable causes. Binu is inspired by the famous Walt Disney quote: "Animation can explain whatever the mind of man can conceive." He believes his background in animation has paved the way for his interest in cinema.