Kunchacko Boban is a Malayalam actor and producer whose career has gracefully transitioned from romantic heartthrob to one of the industry’s most versatile leading men. Grandson of legendary filmmaker Kunchacko, he made his debut in Aniyathipravu (1997), which became a blockbuster and earned him the tag of the “Chocolate boy” of Malayalam cinema.
Throughout the late ’90s and early 2000s, he cemented his image with hits like Niram (1999), Harikrishnans (1998), Sathyam Sivam Sundaram (2000), Swapnakoodu (2003), and Kasthooriman (2003), making him a favorite in youthful romances.
After a brief break from acting, Kunchacko reinvented himself with more diverse and mature roles, starring in acclaimed and commercially successful films such as Traffic (2011), Seniors (2011), Ordinary (2012), How Old Are You (2014), Take Off (2017), Virus (2019), Anjaam Pathiraa (2020), Nayattu (2021), Pada (2022), Nna Thaan Case Kodu (2022) and 2018 (2023), India’s official entry to the Oscars.
Over the years, he has evolved from youthful romances to thrillers, dramas, and character driven cinema, earning praise for his adaptability and dedication. Today, Kunchacko Boban is celebrated as one of Malayalam cinema’s most consistent and bankable actors, balancing mass appeal with meaningful cinema.
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Pearle Maaney Show
The Pearle Maaney Show is a popular Malayalam-language celebrity talk show hosted by Indian actress and television presenter Pearle Maaney. The series features fun, casual interviews and engaging segments with various guest stars.
When a Malayali DRW analyst tries to expose a corrupt regional politician from Kerala and his malpractices regarding spyware, he goes on the run, becomes a vlogger, and must clear his name of the false allegations levelled against him.
Haunted by his past, a police constable reopens an unsolved cold case. As hidden secrets surface, he must confront truths that challenge his beliefs forever.
Sreenath (Kunchacko Boban) works in an advertising firm in Bangalore. He meets a model Amritha (Bhavana) and falls in love with her. He tries to win her over but she says that her father (Siddique) has to approve him. Sreenath and Amritha go to their village in Kerala to influence him and win over her parents.
A real life account of the deadly Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala, and the courageous fight put on by several individuals which helped to contain the epidemic.
The story revolves around Saji and his friend Maya Sakkariya who are college-mates. They decide to try their luck in television serial production. As the shooting progresses, the two friends face the severest challenge of their lives.
A group of Malayali nurses stranded in Iraq, must survive their capture by the extremists and reach out to the rescue team headed by the Indian government.
Michael, a wildlife photographer travelling to Mysore, stops at a farmer's house for the night when his bike breaks down. What happens when Mercy, the farmer's daughter, finds a gun in Michael's bag?
Bheeman realizes the inconvenience caused by an old pathway when he had to take his mother to the hospital. His life takes an interesting turn when he decides to broaden the pathway.
Advocate Ramesh saves Devan from a murder case. Later, he realize Devan was the actual culprit. Ramesh tries for a payback, unaware of Devan's real intentions and the reason for the murder.