The Mazhavil Entertainment Awards 2024, organised by Mazhavil Manorama in association with the Malayalam Movie Actors Association (AMMA) and the Kerala Film Producers Association, recognised the best talent in Malayalam cinema on Tuesday evening. Veteran actor Jagathy Sreekumar, who has enthralled Malayalam audiences with his performances over the past few decades, won the Ultimate Entertainer award.
Mollywood superstars Mammootty and Mohanlal presented the award to Jagathy. The two reminisced about some of the best experiences they’ve had working with the actor. “He is a genius who has always played his roles beyond the nine emotions (Naravarasa),” said Mammootty. Mohanlal, who was standing next to the actor on stage, also prayed for Jagathy’s full recovery.
Mammootty and Mohanlal on stage. Photo: Manorama
Megastar Mammootty received the Best Entertainer of the Year (Actor) for his performances in Kaathal-The Core and Bramayugam. Sathyan Anthikkad also won the Master Entertainer (Director) and was presented with the certificate by actor Mohanlal. Urvashi received the Master Entertainer (Actor) for her performance in a Malayalam film. This award is special for Urvashi as she was recently awarded the Kerala State Award for Best Actor (Female). Veteran actor Sheela received the Evergreen Entertainer Award.
Sheela receiving the Evergreen Entertainer Award from Mammootty. Photo: Manorama
Anaswara Rajan, who delivered a phenomenal performance in Jeethu Joseph’s Neru, was awarded the Best Actor – Entertainer of the Year. Aavesham, produced by Anwar Rasheed and Nazriya, was adjudged Entertainer of the Year (Film). Director Blessing, who won the Best Director award at this year’s Kerala State Film Awards, won the Best Director – Entertainer of the Year award at the ceremony. Sponsored by Malabar Gold and Diamonds, the event will be telecast on Mazhavil Manorama on September 7 and 8 at 7 pm.
Sathyan Antikad receiving the Master Entertainer (Director) award. Photo: Manorama
Other Awards
Entertainer of the Year – Box Office – Manjumel Boys
Entertainer of the Year – Choreographer – Sandy (RDX)
Entertainer of the Year – Stunt – Phoenix Prabhu (Turbo)
Entertainer of the Year – Sajin Gopu (Avesham)
Entertainer of the Year – Pair – Nasren K. Gafoor and Mamitha Baiju (Premalu)
Entertainer of the Year – Villain – Siddiq (Nel)
Entertainer of the Year – Villain – Raj B. Shetty (Turbo)
Entertainer of the Year – Character Role – Jagadish (Farimy, Guldan, Neru, Ozraa)
Entertainer of the Year – Character Role – Manju Pillai (Farimy)
Entertainer of the Year – Special Award – Basil Joseph (Farimy, Guruvayoranbaranadale, Varshangaruk Shesham)
Entertainer of the Year – Special Award – Mahima Nambiar (RDX, Jai Ganesh)
Entertainer of the Year – Debutant – Robbie Varghese Raj (Kannur Squad)
Entertainer of the Year – Emerging Actor – Shyam Mohan
Entertainer of the Year – Emerging Director – Chidambaram
Entertainer of the Year – Emerging Actor – Mamita Baiju