'72 and Slaying': Mammootty's fans and Kerala's bigwigs shower wishes on Malayalam Mega Star's Birthday

The world of cinema boasts an elite club of legends who, even in the twilight of their years, manage to stir unprecedented excitement. Mammootty, the behemoth of Malayalam cinema, is a shining exemplar of that club. 

Midnight Merriment with Mammukka

As the clock struck twelve on September 7, a sea of die-hard fans congregated outside his posh bungalow in Kochi. They were there for a glimpse, a fleeting moment of their beloved 'Mammukka', and boy, did he deliver! As reported by Mint, Mammootty graced his balcony, acknowledging the crowd, and he wasn't alone. In tow was his son and fellow actor, Dulquer Salmaan. The video of this electrifying interaction broke the internet, becoming the talk of the town, and then some.

Of Tweets, Tributes, and Tremendous Talent

The birthday euphoria wasn't limited to just fans. Heavyweights from the political arena, including Kerala Chief Minister **Pinarayi Vijayan**, took to social media to pay homage. “Birthday wishes dear @mammukka," tweeted the CM, encapsulating the warmth and respect the actor commands. Following suit, Opposition leader V D Satheesan described him as the "pride of Indian cinema," commending his unparalleled contribution.

And of course, fellow actors couldn't remain silent. Names like Suraj Venjaramoodu, Unni Mukundan, and Sunny Wayne were amongst many who digitally serenaded the star. 

But what makes Mammootty the phenomenon he is? His storied journey through cinema, spanning multiple languages, speaks volumes. With a staggering 400 films under his belt, accolades such as three national awards, eight state awards, 13 Filmfare awards, and even a Padma Shri, his prowess remains unmatched in Malayalam cinema. Let's not forget the gems of his filmography like "New Delhi", "Oru Vadakkan Veera Gatha", and "Kutty Sranku", to name just a few.

Further solidifying his cinematic omnipotence, Mammootty's collaborations read like a who's who of the film industry. He's worked with acclaimed directors such as Adoor Gopalakrishnan and T V Chandran, and also commercial titans like Joshi and Anward Rasheed.

Circling back to where it all began, the 1971 movie, ‘Anubhavangal Paalichakal’ marked his entrée into cinema. Flash forward to the present, his recent masterpiece 'Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam' earned him the Best Actor accolade at the 53rd Kerala State Film Awards. 

In a world of fleeting stardom, Mammootty's enduring allure stands tall, reminding us all of what true cinematic royalty looks like.

(Several parts of the text in this article, including the title, were generated with the help of an AI tool.)