Anup Pandalam


Anup Pandalam is an Indian film director, screenwriter and actor who predominantly works in the Malayalam film industry. His debut feature film was Sakhavu starring Nivin Pauly. He is also known for directing, writing and acting in the critically acclaimed film Shefeekkinte Santhosham starring Unni Mukundan.

Early life

Before being an independent director and film writer, he has worked as an actor for films such as Sakhavu as Benny starring Nivin Pauly, Member Rameshan 9aam Ward as Bijithan starring Arjun Ashokan, Aaha as Sinu starring Indrajith Sukumaran, Amith Chakalakkal etc.

Career

During December 2020, a dispute arose between actor Bala and Unni Mukundan from Anup's debut directorial film Shefeekkinte Santhosham. Technicians claimed they had not been paid, while only female artists who participated in the film received payment. Anup responded in a Facebook post, stating that he received his fee and believed others did too. He also clarified that Bala's involvement in Shefeekkinte Santhosham came through the lead actor Unni Mukundan's recommendation.

Television

He has also worked as program producer and host for the prank show Gulumaal in Surya TV.