| 1. Pratap Pothen was a versatile Indian actor, director, writer, producer, and filmmaker. |
| 2. He appeared in over 100 South Indian films during his career. |
| 3. Born and raised in Chennai, he had strong roots in the city. |
| 4. Pothen discovered his passion for theatre while studying in college. |
| 5. Before transitioning to films, he worked as a copywriter at advertising agencies. |
| 6. Additionally, he founded an advertising agency named 'Green Apple' and directed TV commercials. |
| 7. An advocate for animals, he adored his pet dog. |
| 8. Often seen smoking and drinking at social events, Pratap Pothen enjoyed his leisure time. |
| 9. Tragically, he passed away on July 15, 2022, at his Chennai residence. |
| 10. He acted in films across Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi languages. |
| 11. He directed 12 films in total, including eight in Tamil, three in Malayalam, and one in Telugu. |
