M. O. Joseph
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M. O. Joseph | |
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 M. O. Joseph with his wife, Kunjamma Joseph, in 2016. | |
| Born | 15 January 1929 |
| Died | 8 January 2016 (aged 86) Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Occupation | Film Producer |
| Years active | 1967–1983 |
| Notable work | Yakshi, Adimakal, Chattakkari, Anubhavangal Palichakal, Punarjanmam |
| Spouse | Kunjamma Joseph |
| Children | 5 |
| Awards | Filmfare Award for Best Film - Malayalam (1969, 1970) |
Manjilas Ouseph Joseph (15 January 1929 – 8 January 2016) was a Malayali film producer.[1] He produced over 30 films in the 1960s and 1970s, including Yakshi, Adimakal, Devi, Chattakkari, Anubhavangal Palichakal, and Punarjanmam.[2] He received two Filmfare Awards South for Best Malayalam Film. His films also received awards, including the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Malayalam.
Early life
[edit]Joseph was born on 15 January 1929 and grew up in Thrissur. His father was the manager of the Jose Theatre, which was started by Kattukkaran Varunny Joseph. He studied at St. Thomas College and later graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce from the Sacred Heart College in Ernakulam, where his father was employed by the Shenoys Theatre.[3] Upon completing his education, Joseph's father recommended that he assist T. E. Vasudevan, who was involved in the distribution and production of films under the banner of Associated Pictures, as an apprentice. [4]
Career
[edit]Joseph joined Vasudevan in 1950 with an initial salary of ₹150 per month ($31.50 per month in 1950 USD).[5] Associated Pictures was in a financial partnership with the Shenoys. Vasudevan later launched his own business by starting JayaMaruthi Pictures, with Joseph joining him.[citation needed]
Joseph moved to Madras (now Chennai) in 1951 to manage the regional business of Associated Pictures.[6] His initial foray into independent filmmaking was through a partnership with P. Balthazar and NV Joseph, under the production company Navajeevan Films.[7] The first film, ‘Naadan Pennu’ was released in 1967. It was directed by K. S. Sethumadhavan.[8]
During the 1960's and 1970's, Joseph produced films under the Manjilas banner, working with directors such as K. S. Sethumadhavan, Thoppil Baasi, and I. V. Sasi.[9]
Contributions to Malayalam film industry
[edit]Joseph was a founder member of the Malayalam Chalachitra Parishad, an organization supporting film artists and their families. He also contributed to fundraising efforts for the Parishad. He was a founder member of the management committee of Asan Memorial College of Engineering and Technology.[10]
Personal life
[edit]In 1953, M. O. Joseph married Kunjamma Joseph. They had five children.[11]
Filmography
[edit]A list of M. O. Joseph's films.[12]
| Name of film | Banner | Direction | Year | Cast | Awards | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Naadan Pennu | Navajeevan Films | K. S. Sethu Madhavan | 1967 | Prem Nazir, Sathyan, Sheela, Jayabharathi | |
| 2 | Thokkukal Kadha Parayunnu | Navajeevan Films | K. S. Sethu Madhavan | 1968 | Prem Nazir, Sathyan, Sheela | |
| 3 | Yakshi | Manjilas Films | K. S. Sethu Madhavan | 1968 | Sathyan, Sharada | |
| 4 | Adimakal | Manjilas Films | K. S. Sethu Madhavan | 1969 | Prem Nazir, Sathyan, Sheela, Sharada | Best Picture in Malayalam National Award for Best Feature Film |
| 5 | Kadalpalam | Manjilas Films | K. S. Sethu Madhavan | 1969 | Sathyan, Jayabharathi, K. P. Ummer | |
| 6 | Vazhve Mayam | Manjilas Films | K. S. Sethu Madhavan | 1970 | Sathyan, Sheela | |
| 7 | Aranazhika Neram | Manjilas Films | K. S. Sethu Madhavan | 1970 | Prem Nazir, Sathyan, Sheela, Ambika (Old), Kottarakkara | Best Director Best Story Best Actor |
| 8 | Anubhavangal Paalichakal | Manjilas Films | K. S. Sethu Madhavan | 1971 | Sathyan, Sheela | Best Picture in Malayalam |
| 9 | Devi[citation needed] | Manjilas Films | K. S. Sethu Madhavan | 1972 | Prem Nazir, Madhu, Sheela | |
| 10 | Punarjanmam | Manjilas Films | K. S. Sethu Madhavan | 1972 | Prem Nazir, Jayabharathi | Best Picture in Malayalam |
| 11 | Chukku | Manjilas Films | K. S. Sethu Madhavan | 1973 | Madhu, Sheela | |
| 12 | Kaliyugam | Manjilas Films | K. S. Sethu Madhavan | 1973 | Jayabharathi, Sudheer, Bahadoor | |
| 13 | Chattakkari | Manjilas Films | K. S. Sethu Madhavan | 1974 | Lakshmi, Mohan Sharma | Best Picture in Malayalam Best Actress |
| 14 | Makkal | Manjilas Films | K. S. Sethu Madhavan | 1975 | Jayabharathi, Kaviyoor Ponnamma | |
| 15 | Chuvanna Sadhayakal | Manjilas Films | K. S. Sethu Madhavan | 1975 | Lakshmi, Mohan Sharma | |
| 16 | Missi | Manjilas Films | Thopil Bhasi | 1976 | Lakshmi, Mohan Sharma, KP Ummer | |
| 17 | Ponni | Manjilas Films | Thopil Bhasi | 1976 | Kamalahasan, Lakshmi | |
| 18 | Agninakshathram | Manjilas Films | A Vincent | 1977 | Lakshmi, Mohan Sharma | |
| 19 | Guruvayur Keshavan | Manjilas Films | Bharathan | 1977 | Jayabharathi, MG Soman, Adoor Bhasi | |
| 20 | Njaan Njaan Maathram | Manjilas Films | I. V. Sasi | 1978 | Madhu, Jayabharathi, Jose, Seema | Best Picture in Malayalam |
| 21 | Aniyara | Manjilas Films | Bharathan | 1978 | Soman, Padma | |
| 22 | Ezhunirangal | Manjilas Films | Jeasy | 1979 | Jose, Vidhubala | |
| 23 | Ivar | Manjilas Films | I. V. Sasi | 1980 | Sharada, Seema, Jose | |
| 24 | Parankimala | Manjilas Films | Bharathan | 1981 | Benny, Soorya, Rani Padmini | |
| 25 | Odukkam Thudakkam | Manjilas Films | Malayatoor Ramakrishnan | 1982 | Ratheesh, Kalaranjini, Rajkumar, Nanditha Bose, K. P. Ummer | |
| 26 | Eenam | Manjilas Films | Bharathan | 1983 | Venu Nagavally, Shanthi Krishna, Unni Mary |
Awards
[edit]- Filmfare Award for Best Film - Malayalam - Adimakal (1969)[13]
- Filmfare Award for Best Film - Malayalam - Vazhve Mayam (1970)[14]
Death
[edit]Joseph died on 8 January 2016 at his home in San Thomas, Chennai.[15]
References
[edit]- ^ "Manjilas Joseph Biography, News, Photos, Videos". nettv4u. Retrieved 28 May 2023.
- ^ "List of Malayalam movies under the banner Manjilas". Malayalam Movie and Music Database.
- ^ "Manjilas Joseph". nettv4u. Retrieved 11 February 2025.
- ^ "Manjilas Joseph". nettv4u. Retrieved 11 February 2025.
- ^ "Manjilas Joseph". nettv4u. Retrieved 12 February 2025.
- ^ "Malayalam Producer Manjilas Joseph Biography, News, Photos, Videos". nettv4u. Retrieved 22 February 2025.
- ^ Kumar, P.J. Ajith (10 January 2016). "He was no ordinary producer". The Hindu. Retrieved 28 October 2018.
- ^ Sethumadhavan, K. S., Naadan Pennu, Bahadur, Adoor Bhasi, N. Govindankutty, retrieved 22 February 2025
- ^ "Profile of Malayalam Banner Manjilas". en.msidb.org. Retrieved 22 February 2025.
- ^ Shivpprasadh, S. (11 July 2013). "TE Vasudevan: Cinema is his world". The Hindu.
- ^ "Legendary producer M O Joseph passes away". Times of India. 9 January 2016. Retrieved 7 November 2024.
- ^ "Manjilas Banner List of movies". Malayalam Music and Movie Encyclopedia.
- ^ "Collections". 1991.
- ^ "The Times of India Directory and Year Book Including Who's who". 1971.
- ^ "Film producer Manjilas Joseph passes away". Mathrubhumi.