
BIOGRAPHY
M.B.Padmakumar

M.B. Padmakumar, born in the picturesque village of Mannar in Kerala, India, is a celebrated filmmaker, actor, and social media influencer whose journey embodies creativity, determination, and resilience. Raised in a middle-class family by Bhaskaran Nair, a disciplined army officer, and Bhargavi Amma, a nurturing homemaker, Padmakumar grew up alongside his siblings Rajan and Prassanna, cultivating a deep passion for storytelling and artistic expression.
Padmakumar began his professional journey as a building consultant but was irresistibly drawn to the world of cinema. At the age of nineteen, he ventured into media as an anchor for Doordarshan, hosting renowned programs like Paithrikam, Samvadam, and Veettuvisesham. His compelling presence later led to roles as the host of Asianet’s Suprabhadam and Kairali’s Shubhadinam.
Determined to pursue filmmaking, Padmakumar sought mentorship from esteemed directors like Jayaraj and Lohithadas. Although he initially aimed to work as an assistant director, he was offered acting roles, which he embraced with zeal. Over the years, he appeared in more than 15 films and several television series, honing his craft and gaining invaluable insights into the art of cinema.
His passion for storytelling led him to direct his debut feature film, My Life Partner, a courageous exploration of homosexuality. While societal conservatism posed challenges, the film garnered critical acclaim, winning four Kerala State Film Awards. His second feature, Roopantharam, further cemented his reputation as a visionary filmmaker, earning accolades including selection for the Indian Panorama. Beyond filmmaking, Padmakumar is a motivational powerhouse on social media, where he shares inspiring content drawn from his personal experiences. His ability to connect deeply with his audience has earned him a vast and loyal following, making him a prominent influencer in the digital realm.
In addition to his cinematic achievements, Padmakumar has served as a jury member for the National Film Awards (2022) and is a key member of the Censor Board. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Malayalam, he continues to engage and inspire audiences across cultures. Padmakumar’s journey is supported by his loving wife, Chitra, and children, Satya Narayanan and Abharami, who remain his pillars of strength. As he works on an ambitious new feature film, his story stands as a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and creative vision.
M.B. Padmakumar’s path from a small village to becoming an influential filmmaker and motivational figure is an inspiring narrative of how dreams, when pursued relentlessly, can transform into reality.

My Life Partner
2014
Writer and Director
Directorial debut was the 2014 film My Life Partner, which investigated the close relationship between two men and caused some controversy. The Movie won 4 main Awards in the 45th Kerala State Film Awards

Roopantharam
2015
Writer, Editor and Director
The movie is an individual reaction of a blind person, who cannot explain what the Vision and the world of Sound he lives in. Raghavan, the protagonist is a blind, who lives 65 years of his life only through the world of sound. He's unable to move forward into the world of vision, because he has no reflections of vision stored in his brain.

TELESCOPE
2017
Writer, Editor, Producer and Director
Telescope' he had visualised to showcase the struggles of the society symbolically in a 62-feet-deep...

Nivedyam
2007
Actor
Mohanakrishan, who is looking for a job, is appointed as a priest of a temple. His charismatic personality attracts the young women in the village, particularly Sathyabhama, who falls for him.

KUTTISHRANK
2008
Actor
When the police discover an unidentified body washed ashore, three women come forward claiming it to be the dead body of their husband, Kutty Srank.

ASWAROODAN
2006
Veerabhadran is a chieftain of a tribal group who goes to any extent to help his people. However, he soon realises that the enemy is within his tribe.
Actor
awards

Kerala Government Film Awards
My Life Partner
Best Second Movie
Best Actor
Best Sound Mix
Best Background Score
Indian Panorama
Roopantharam

Official Selection 2015

ALIIF
Roopantharam
Best Movie
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