‘Rank 1’ Indrans left school after Class 4 as he couldn’t afford a uniform; appeared for Class 7 exams after winning National Award at 68
Indian Express·8h ago·Positivity
What Happened
Indrans, a Malayalam character actor, dropped out of school in Class 4 due to poverty and inability to afford uniform and books. After receiving a Special Mention at the 69th National Film Awards in 2021 for his performance in 'Home', he appeared for Class 7 equivalency examinations in 2024 at age 68. Born in 1956, Indrans worked as a costume designer before becoming an actor in 1981, eventually establishing himself as a versatile performer in contemporary Malayalam cinema.
Key Entities
IndransMalayalam cinemaNational Film AwardsKerala State Literacy Mission AuthorityThiruvananthapuramHome (2021)