Priyadarshan Indian Director From Thiruvananthapuram
Priyadarshan · film director and screenwriter · Indian
Known for
Biography
Priyadarshan is an Indian director born on 30 January 1957 in Thiruvananthapuram. Audiences know him from Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007) and Garam Masala (2005).
Early life
He went on to study at Government Model Boys Higher Secondary School, Mahatma Gandhi College and University College Thiruvananthapuram.
Career
He appears in Thiranottam (1978), the earliest title among his listed credits. He has 98 films on record from 1978 to 2026. Bhooth Bangla (2026) is the newest entry in his credits. The records also name him as director on 83 titles, including Chup Chup Ke, and writer on 42 titles, including Malamaal Weekly.
Recognition
He won the Filmfare Awards South. His other honours include the Padma Shri in arts.
Personal life
Former marriages on record are to Lizy (1990 to 2014).
Filmography
98 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Bhooth Bangla | Director, Writer | Film |
| 2021 | Hungama 2 | Director | Film |
| 2021 | Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham | Director | Film |
| 2020 | Choricha Mamla | Director | Film |
| 2018 | Nimir | Director | Film |
| 2017 | Sila Samayangalil | Director, Writer | Film |
| 2016 | Oppam | Director, Writer | Film |
| 2014 | Aamayum Muyalum | Director, Writer | Film |
| 2013 | Geethaanjali | Director | Film |
| 2013 | Hungame pe Hungama | Writer | Film |
| 2013 | Kalimannu | himself | Film |
| 2013 | Rangrezz | Director | Film |
| 2012 | Kamaal Dhamaal Malamaal | Director | Film |
| 2012 | Tezz | Director | Film |
| 2011 | Oru Marubhoomikkadha | Director | Film |
Show all 98 credits
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Aakrosh | Director | Film |
| 2010 | Bumm Bumm Bole | Director | Film |
| 2010 | Khatta Meetha | Director, Writer | Film |
| 2009 | Billu | Director | Film |
| 2009 | De Dana Dan | Writer, Director | Film |
| 2008 | Kanchivaram | Writer, Director | Film |
| 2008 | Mere Baap Pehle Aap | Director | Film |
| 2007 | Bhool Bhulaiyaa | Director | Film |
| 2007 | Dhol | Director | Film |
| 2007 | Raakilipattu | Director, Writer | Film |
| 2006 | Bhagam Bhag | Director | Film |
| 2006 | Chup Chup Ke | Director | Film |
| 2006 | Malamaal Weekly | Writer, Director | Film |
| 2005 | Garam Masala | Director | Film |
| 2005 | Kyon Ki | Director | Film |
| 2004 | Hulchul | Director | Film |
| 2004 | Vettam | Director, Writer | Film |
| 2004 | Wanted | Writer | Film |
| 2003 | Hungama | Writer, Director | Film |
| 2003 | Kilichundan Mampazham | Writer, Director | Film |
| 2003 | Lesa Lesa | Director, Writer | Film |
| 2001 | Kakkakuyil | Director, Writer | Film |
| 2001 | Yeh Teraa Ghar Yeh Meraa Ghar | Director | Film |
| 2000 | Hera Pheri | Director | Film |
| 2000 | Snegithiye | Writer, Director | Film |
| 1999 | Megham | Director | Film |
| 1998 | Doli Saja Ke Rakhna | Director | Film |
| 1998 | Kabhi Na Kabhi | Director | Film |
| 1997 | Chandralekha | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1997 | Saat Rang Ke Sapne | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1997 | Virasat | Director | Film |
| 1996 | Kaalapani | Director | Film |
| 1995 | Neela Kuyil | Writer | Film |
| 1994 | Gandeevam | Director | Film |
| 1994 | Minnaram | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1994 | Thenmavin Kombath | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1993 | Gardish | Director | Film |
| 1993 | Mithunam | Director | Film |
| 1993 | Rayaru Bandaru Mavana Manege | Writer | Film |
| 1992 | Muskurahat | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1991 | Abhimanyu | Director | Film |
| 1991 | Advaitham | Director | Film |
| 1991 | Gopura Vasalile | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1991 | Kilukkam | Director | Film |
| 1991 | Nirnayam | Director | Film |
| 1990 | Akkare Akkare Akkare | Director | Film |
| 1990 | Kadathanadan Ambadi | Director | Film |
| 1989 | Vandanam | Director | Film |
| 1988 | Aryan | Director | Film |
| 1988 | Chithram | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1988 | Mukunthetta Sumitra Vilikkunnu | Director | Film |
| 1988 | Oru Muthassi Katha | Director | Film |
| 1988 | Vellanakalude Nadu | Director | Film |
| 1987 | Cheppu | Director | Film |
| 1986 | Ayalvasi Oru Daridravasi | Writer, Director | Film |
| 1986 | Chekkeranoru Chilla | Writer | Film |
| 1986 | Dheem Tharikida Thom | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1986 | Hello My Dear Wrong Number | Director | Film |
| 1986 | Mazha Peyyunnu Maddalam Kottunnu | Director | Film |
| 1986 | Ninnistham Ennishtam | Writer | Film |
| 1986 | Rakkuyilin Ragasadassil | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1986 | Thalavattam | Director | Film |
| 1985 | Aram + Aram = Kinnaram | Director | Film |
| 1985 | Boeing Boeing | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1985 | Onnanam Kunnil Oradi Kunnil | Director, Writer | Film |
| 1985 | Parayanumvayya Parayathirikkanumvayya | Director | Film |
| 1985 | Punnaram Cholli Cholli | Director | Film |
| 1984 | Odaruthammava Aalariyam | Director | Film |
| 1984 | Poochakkoru Mookkuthi | Writer, Director | Film |
| 1984 | Vanitha Police | Writer | Film |
| 1983 | Bhookambam | Writer | Film |
| 1983 | Coolie | Writer | Film |
| 1983 | Engane Nee Marakkum | Writer | Film |
| 1983 | Kuyiline Thedi | Writer | Film |
| 1983 | Nathi Muthal Nathi Vare | Writer | Film |
| 1983 | Samrambham | Writer | Film |
| 1982 | Sindoora Sandhyakku Mounam | Writer | Film |
| 1980 | Chinnamanikkuyile | Director | Film |
| 1978 | Thiranottam | Director | Film |
| Appatha | Director | Film | |
| Corona Papers | Director | Film | |
| Dhanushkodi | Director | Film | |
| Olavum Theeravum | Director | Film |
Awards and nominations
2 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filmfare Awards South | Won | ||
| Padma Shri in arts | Won |
Priyadarshan on Social Media
Frequently asked questions
How old is Priyadarshan?
Priyadarshan is 69 years old, born on 30 January 1957 in Thiruvananthapuram.
What is Priyadarshan known for?
Priyadarshan is known for Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007) and Garam Masala (2005).
What is Priyadarshan’s nationality?
Priyadarshan is Indian, born in Thiruvananthapuram.
Who has Priyadarshan been married to?
Priyadarshan’s marriages on record are to Lizy (1990 to 2014).
Has Priyadarshan won any awards?
Yes. 2 awards are on record, including Filmfare Awards South.
Sources
- Wikidata (Q3115713), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Bollywood Hungama · CC BY 3.0
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