Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Film Director, Screen Writer, Lyricist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 03/08/1976 |
| Age | 50 years |
| Birthplace | Kozhikode, Kerala |
Latest News about Anoop Menon
01/01/2025
Anoop Menon remained active in Malayalam cinema in 2025 with continuing work across acting and directing. His recent directing credits, including King Fish and Padma, reflect his ongoing presence as a multi-hyphenate filmmaker.
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Bio/Wiki
| Famous Role | Ajayachandran in the Malayalam Film Thirakkatha (2008) |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 8" (173 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Christ Nagar Higher Secondary School, Thiruvananthapuram |
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| College/University | Government Law College, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in Law (1994 - 1999) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Girlfriend | Shema Alexander |
| Marriage Date | 27/12/2014 |
| Spouse | Shema Alexander |
Family
| Father | P Gangadharan Menon |
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| Mother | Indira Menon |
| Spouse | Shema Alexander |
| Children | 1 (Stepdaughter) |
Career
| Debut Film |
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| Film Director | King Fish (2021), Padma (2022) | ||||
| Screenwriter | Pakal Nakshatrangal (2008), Cocktail (2010), Beautiful (2011), Trivandrum Lodge (2012), Hotel California (2013) | ||||
| Lyricist | Beautiful (2011) | ||||
| TV Debut | Sthree Janmam (2002); aired on Surya TV | ||||
| Awards |
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| Notable Films | More than 75 films |
Favourites
| Actor | Mohanlal |
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Style Quotient
| Car Collection |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/anoopmenoninclusive/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/AnoopMenonOfficialPage/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Anoop Menon is a prominent name in the Malayalam film industry, recognized for his diverse talents as an actor, director, screenwriter, and lyricist. | |
| 2. He excelled academically, graduating as the top student in Law from Kerala University. | |
| 3. In college, he hosted programs on Surya and Kairali TV, collaborating with filmmaker Shankar Ramakrishnan, and both honed their skills in acting and direction under the mentorship of director Ranjith. | |
| 4. He has portrayed memorable roles in films like Thirakkatha, Traffic, Beautiful, 1983, and Vikramadithyan. | |
| 5. His screenwriting and dialogue work span over several Malayalam films including Pakal Nakshatrangal, Cocktail, and Hotel California. | |
| 6. Anoop directed two successful movies, King Fish and Padma, in 2022. | |
| 7. He has a profound love for culinary arts and would have pursued a career as a chef if not for acting. | |
| 8. Anoop is an ardent reader and a fan of literature, having been influenced by the extensive library at his school. | |
| 9. He cherishes music and plays instruments, although he lacks formal training in music. | |
| 10. Anoop is passionate about painting and engages in art during his leisure time. | |
| 11. He is a fitness enthusiast, following a rigorous exercise routine to maintain health. | |
| 12. Anoop is a dog lover and enjoys socializing and partying occasionally. | |
| 13. He is also a poet and has published several books of poetry. |