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RAVI MENON

RAVI MENON

Ravi Menon is a distinguished journalist, eminent music researcher and football writer, who formerly headed the music research department of the Mathrubhumi

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REJI R. NAIR

REJI R. NAIR

Reji R. NairSenior Sub-Editor at Mathrubhumi. Recipient of the Goenka Award, Laadli Media Award, Chowara Parameswaran Award, and N.N. Sathyavrathan Award.

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REKHA MENON

REKHA MENON

Veteran journalist, television presenter, known for impactful interviews and talk shows. Formerly associated with leading media houses such as Asianet

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REKHA RAJ

REKHA RAJ

Social activist, Dalit activist, and writer. She is an Assistant Professor at the School of Gandhian Studies, Mahatma Gandhi University

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REMYA NAMBEESAN

REMYA NAMBEESAN

Actor, playback singer, and television presenter active across Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu cinema. Known for strong character roles in films like Chappa

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REMYA THURAVOOR

REMYA THURAVOOR

She was born in Thuravoor, located in the Alappuzha district. His published literary contributions include the poetry collection titled Paranju Theerathathu,

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RETHISH RAVI

RETHISH RAVI

Rethish Ravi is a celebrated caricaturist from Kochi with over two decades of experience in caricature, cartooning, painting, and design, and a strong

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RIHAN RASHID

RIHAN RASHID

Born in Koyilandy as the son of Maithanivalappil Abdulla and Sakeena. He was educated at Panthalayani Muslim L.P. School and Koyilandy Boys High School.

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RISHIRAJ SINGH

RISHIRAJ SINGH

He is a former Director General of Police (DGP) in Kerala who retired from service while holding the post of DGP of Prisons. throughout his career, he

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RIYA SHIBU

RIYA SHIBU

 One of the youngest producers in the Indian film industry and actress who primarily works in the Malayalam and Tamil film industries. She is the

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RIYAS KOMU

RIYAS KOMU

Riyas Komu is an acclaimed painter, sculptor, and the co-founder of the Kochi-Muziris Biennale Trust. Alongside Bose Krishnamachari, he served as the curator

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ROSE MARY ANTONY

ROSE MARY ANTONY

A Consultant Psychologist, mental health entrepreneur, and content creator based in Kerala. Widely recognized on social media under the title "The Mind

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RUKMINI RAO

RUKMINI RAO

Rukmini Rao is a seasoned financial journalist and lawyer with more than fifteen years of experience reporting on Karnataka’s business landscape. She has

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S ABHILASH

S ABHILASH

Abhilash S. is an accomplished atmospheric scientist with extensive expertise in weather forecasting, climate services, and disaster risk reduction. He

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S HARIKISHORE

S HARIKISHORE

S. Harikishore is a senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the 2008 Kerala cadre, currently serving as a Joint Secretary in the Union Ministry

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S NITHEESH

S NITHEESH

S. Nideesh Poet whose works appear in contemporary literary journals. Recipient of the Club FM Poetry Award and KGOA Poetry Award, he represents emerging

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S SARADAKUTTY

S SARADAKUTTY

Malayalam critic, teacher and translator. Her major works include Pennu Kothiya Vaakkukal, Pranayathadavukaran, Pennvinimayangal and Ethirvaakkukal. She

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S. GOPALAKRISHNAN

S. GOPALAKRISHNAN

Radio presenter and writer with a distinguished career at Akashvani and as former Head of Radio Mango Dubai. Author of several acclaimed non-fiction and

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S. NAGESH

S. NAGESH

Prof. S. Nagesh is the former Head of the Department of English at St. Joseph’s College, Devagiri, in Kozhikode. A formidable intellectual and an avid

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SAIRA SHAH HALIM

SAIRA SHAH HALIM

Saira Shah Halim is an award-winning social activist, educator, writer and political leader known for her fearless advocacy of gender justice, secularism

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SAJAY K V

SAJAY K V

Sajay K. V. is one of the eminent critics in the modern era. His major works include Adakkavum Anakkavum, Latin Americayude Kavitha, and Nilaavu Moshtikkunna

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SAJEEV SOORANAD

SAJEEV SOORANAD

Sajeev Sooranad is a caricaturist with 25 years of experience, known for using humour and visual storytelling in hundreds of COVID-19 awareness cartoons.

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SAJJIVE BALAKRISHNAN

SAJJIVE BALAKRISHNAN

Sajjive Balakrishnan is a caricaturist with 35 years of experience, best known for his long-format live caricature sessions and his persona as the 'FAToonist.

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SALMA

SALMA

Salma, the pen name of Rokkiah, is a renowned Tamil poet, novelist, and women’s rights activist. Born in Thuvarangurichi, Tamil Nadu, she transformed a

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SANDHYA MARY

SANDHYA MARY

Sandhya Mary is an acclaimed Malayalam writer and media professional. Her debut novel, Maria Verum Maria (2018), established her as a distinctive voice,

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SANGEETA PILLAI

SANGEETA PILLAI

Sangeeta Pillai is an award-winning podcaster, author and feminist activist. Born in Kerala, raised in Mumbai and now living in London, she is the creator

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SANGEETHA SREENIVASAN

SANGEETHA SREENIVASAN

Sangeetha Sreenivasan is an accomplished novelist, translator and teacher who writes in Malayalam and English. She works with leading publishers including

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SANJAY KUMAR

SANJAY KUMAR

Sanjay is an entrepreneur and novelist whose work bridges finance, technology, and the contemporary art world. As Director of Mumbai’s Sakshi Gallery,

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SANNA IRSHAD MATTOO

SANNA IRSHAD MATTOO

Sanna Irshad Mattoo is an acclaimed photojournalist hailing from Kashmir and a recipient of the prestigious Pulitzer Prize. She was awarded the Pulitzer,

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SANTHOSH AECHIKKANAM

SANTHOSH AECHIKKANAM

Short story writer and screenwriter. His major works include Ottavaathil, Komala, Enmakaje Padanangal, Shwasam and Biriyani. He has written screenplays

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SANTHOSH GEORGE KULANGARA

SANTHOSH GEORGE KULANGARA

Santhosh George Kulangara is an explorer, publisher, entrepreneur, and media professional. He presents the visual travelogue show Sancharam, which he created

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SANTHOSH VALLICODE

SANTHOSH VALLICODE

Santhosh Vallicode, is Assistant Editor at Mathrubhumi Children's Publications with over 28 years' experience. He created the long-running comic character

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SARADA MURALEEDHARAN

SARADA MURALEEDHARAN

Former Chief Secretary, Sarada Muraleedharan (IAS Retired) has extensive experience in local governance, poverty alleviation, rural livelihoods, gender

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SARASWATHY NAGARAJAN

SARASWATHY NAGARAJAN

Retired Senior Deputy Editor with The Hindu. An award-winning mediaperson, she has over 30 years of experience as a journalist, specializing in writing

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SARATH KRISHNAN

SARATH KRISHNAN

A traveller who has journeyed around the world along with his mother, Geetha Ramachandran. He is the son of traveller and writer M. K. Ramachandran and

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SATHYAN ANTHIKAD

SATHYAN ANTHIKAD

Malayalam film director and lyricist. His notable films include Pattanapravesham, Varavelpu, Sandesham and Kadha Thudarunnu. He has written lyrics for

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SAYYID SADIQ ALI SHIHAB THANGAL

SAYYID SADIQ ALI SHIHAB THANGAL

Panakkad Sayyid Sadiq Ali Shihab Thangal, born on May 25, 1964, is a prominent community leader and politician from Kerala who currently serves as the

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SCOTT EZELL

SCOTT EZELL

Scott Ezell is a US poet and multi-genre artist whose work engages with borderlands, Indigenous cultures, and the impacts of industrialization and empire.

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SHABITHA

SHABITHA

Writer and journalist. Has authored the novels Gitanjali and Arundhakkani, and her published short story collections include Molappaambu and Mandakrantha

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SHAFI POOVATHINGAL

SHAFI POOVATHINGAL

A native of Ottapalam in Palakkad district, he is currently a research scholar at the Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady. His short stories

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SHAHINA E K

SHAHINA E K

Short story writer, novelist, poet and children’s writer. Authored the short story collections ‘Ananthapadmanabhante Marakkuthirakal’ and ‘Puthumazha Choorulla

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SHAIJU DAMODARAN

SHAIJU DAMODARAN

Shaiju Damodaran is a prominent journalist, author, and football commentator. He gained widespread fame through his unique and energetic live commentary

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SHAJU JOHN

SHAJU JOHN

Shaju John is a veteran photojournalist, visual documentarian, and former Deputy Photo Editor of The Hindu with over 25 years of experience. Renowned for

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SHAMSUDEEN KUTTOTH

SHAMSUDEEN KUTTOTH

Shamsudheen Kuttoth is an accomplished writer, poet, and journalist hailing from Kozhikode. His notable literary works include the poetry collection Konthalayil

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SHAMSUDHEEN MUBARAK

SHAMSUDHEEN MUBARAK

Shamsudheen Mubarak is a distinguished writer, novelist, and journalist hailing from Melmuri in the Malappuram district. He currently serves as the Chief

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SHANTHI VIJAYAN

SHANTHI VIJAYAN

Dr. Shanthi Vijayan, is an academic and literary enthusiast. With a distinguished teaching career spanning 27 years, Shanthi Vijayan has shared her passion

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SHEBA THAYIL

SHEBA THAYIL

A seasoned journalist and editor with over three decades of experience across India and abroad, she has held leadership roles at The New Indian Express,

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SHEEJA VAKKOM

SHEEJA VAKKOM

Contemporary Malayalam writer. Her major works include Kilimaram, Shikhandini and Anthikkallum Pranayashapavum. She has won the Aashan Yuva Kavi Award

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SHEELA TOMY

SHEELA TOMY

Sheela Tomy Sheela Tomy is a novelist and a short story writer. Her renowned works are : Melquiadis-inte Pralayapusthakam (collection of short stories),

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SHEIKH HASSAN KHAN

SHEIKH HASSAN KHAN

The first Malayali to climb the highest peaks on all seven continents. The youngest person from Kerala to conquer Mount Everest. His life story has been

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SHIBU CHAKRAVARTHY

SHIBU CHAKRAVARTHY

Shibu Chakravarthy is a renowned Malayalam film lyricist and screenwriter. He penned the stories for films like Adharvam (1989), Nair Saab (1989), and

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SHIBU THEKKUMPURAM

SHIBU THEKKUMPURAM

Shibu Theckumpurath Varghese, serves as the Chairman of Ente Nadu Cooperative Society. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Arts and has been associated with

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SHIHABUDDIN POYTHUMKADAVU

SHIHABUDDIN POYTHUMKADAVU

Prominent Malayalam writer and Sahitya Akademi Award winner. Known for experimental fiction and screenwriting, with multiple major literary awards to his

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SHINE TOM CHACKO

SHINE TOM CHACKO

Talented actor with a notable presence in Malayalam, Telugu, and Tamil cinema. He has captured the hearts of audiences with his unique and distinct acting

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SHINJINI KUMAR

SHINJINI KUMAR

Shinjini Kumar has over three decades of experience in leadership roles in Indian Financial Services. From approving Foreign Direct Investments at the

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SHOBHA THAROOR SRINIVASAN

SHOBHA THAROOR SRINIVASAN

Shobha Tharoor Srinivasan is an award-winning author of twelve books and a celebrated voice-over artist based in India and the USA. She was honored with

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SHOUKATH

SHOUKATH

Born in Paluvai village, Thrissur district, to Kunji Bappu and Fathima. Journeyed through Sufism, Indian philosophy and rationalist thought, eventually

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SHREERAM IYER

SHREERAM IYER

Dr. Shreeram Iyer stands at the intersection of technology and the arts, building cutting-edge platforms while authoring bestselling books and acclaimed

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SHREYA RETHISH

SHREYA RETHISH

Shreya Rethish is a young caricaturist and illustrator from Kochi, studying in Class 11 at Toc-H Public School, Ernakulam. She has illustrated an NCERT

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SHYAMA SASIDHARAN

SHYAMA SASIDHARAN

Dr. Shyama Sasidharan is a columnist and academic speaker, currently working as an Assistant Professor. She is known for her witty and incisive columns

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