Quick Info
| Profession | Artist, Theatre Director, Cultural Organiser, Philanthropist, Former ISRO Scientist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 24/12/1947 |
| Age | 78 years (died on 23, Sep, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Kottayam, Kerala, India |
| Date of Death | 23/09/2026 |
Latest News about Soorya Krishnamoorthy
23/09/2026
Soorya Krishnamoorthy died in Thiruvananthapuram while undergoing treatment at a private hospital. He was widely known as the founder of the Soorya Stage and Film Society and as a major cultural figure in Kerala.
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Bio/Wiki
| Birth Name | Nataraja Krishnamoorthy |
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| Famous for | Being the founder of the Soorya Stage and Film Society |
Physical Stats & More
| Eye Colour | Black |
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| Hair Colour | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Degree | Engineering from TKM College of Engineering, Kollam |
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| Year | 1971 |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Wife/Spouse | Raji | ||||
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Career
| Debut Play | Thamaso Ma Jyothirgamaya (1977) |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Soorya Krishnamoorthy grew up in a family connected with engineering and public service. | |
| 2. He completed his schooling at Thiruvananthapuram. | |
| 3. Active in college activities and became Secretary General of the college union. | |
| 4. He represented Kerala and Kerala University in badminton championships. | |
| 5. Joined ISRO in 1972 as a scientist and engineer, worked for 27 years. | |
| 6. Founded the Soorya Stage and Film Society in 1977, focusing on integrating culture. | |
| 7. Directed a performance with 7,000 artists for the opening ceremony of the National Games in 1988. | |
| 8. Known for Ganesham, an open-air theatre that supported newcomer theatre groups. |