In his 34 year long career, Mollywood actor Sudheesh won the state award for the first time. In the 51st Kerala state films awards, the actor bagged the award for best actor in a supporting role for his performance in the movies ‘Ennivar’ and ‘Bhoomiyile manohara swakaryam’. Appreciating Sudheesh's acting journey, the actor's best pal Kunchacko Boban penned a heartfelt note on his social media handle. As you know, Chackochan shared screen space with Sudheesh in his debut movie ‘Aniyathipravu'. After their onscreen chemistry impressed the audiences, the duo collaborated for many movies later.

“ ….SUDHEESH….The ACTOR!!! From my first movie as a hero,to my first movie as a producer…In the greatest blockbusters of my film career from Aniyathipravu to Anjaam Pathiraa….he has been with me as a co-actor,a well-wisher and a friend,always! And after 34 years in the Malayalam film industry when he gets his first State Award,I know that like so many who has known and seen his performances,it has come a wee bit late than expected. The quintessential “Boy next door” in Malayalam movies for almost three decades,now we are witnessing the Actor in him grazing the unexplored areas never seen before.I sincerely believe that this is just the small beginning of many more Bigger ones to come your way dear friend!! Kudos to the entire team who made this possible for you and Cheers to many more greater,memorable movies together man!!! @sudheesh_actor !,” wrote Kunchacko Boban.

The winners of the 51st Kerala State Film Awards were on October 16. While Anna Ben won the Best Actress award for her performance in Kappela, Jayasurya was honoured with the Best Actor award for his work in Vellam. The critically-acclaimed The Great Indian Kitchen, directed by Jeo Baby, was adjudged as the Best Film of 2020.

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