K. Ravindranathan Nair
K. Ravindranathan Nair (3 July 1933 – 8 July 2023), also known as Achani Ravi or General Pictures Ravi, was an Indian film producer of Malayalam films, industrialist and philanthropist. He was known for a number of critically acclaimed films he produced, such as Kanchana Sita, Thampu, Kummatty, Esthappan, Pokkuveyil, Elippathayam, Manju, Mukhamukham, Anantaram and Vidheyan. Nair was credited with fostering the art film movement in Malayalam cinema during the period from the 1970s to the 1990s. A multiple recipient of National and State film awards, Nair was awarded the J. C. Daniel Award by the Government of Kerala, in 2008, for his contributions to Malayalam cinema.
K. Ravindranathan Nair | |
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| Born | 3 July 1933 Kollam, Travancore |
| Died | 8 July 2023 (aged 90) |
| Other names | Achani Ravi General Pictures Ravi |
| Occupation | Film producer |
| Years active | 1967–2023 |
| Spouse | Usha Ravi |
| Children | 3 |
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| Awards | J. C. Daniel Award National Film Award Kerala State Film Award |
| Website | Official web site |
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