Unknown Facts

1. Stage Name: Mammootty’s real name is Muhammad Kutty, but he adopted the stage name “Mammootty” early in his career.
2. Lawyer by Training: He is a trained lawyer but never practiced professionally, as acting became his true calling.
3. Philanthropist: Mammootty is actively involved in social initiatives, including his charity organization, Care and Share, which supports underprivileged communities.
4. Founder of Megastar Mammootty Fans and Welfare Association: He uses his fan club to initiate various charity works across Kerala.
5. Languages: Although predominantly a Malayalam actor, he has also acted in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi films, demonstrating his linguistic versatility.

1. What is Mammootty’s real name?

• His real name is Muhammad Kutty Panaparambil Ismail.

2. How many National Film Awards has Mammootty won?

• Mammootty has won three National Film Awards for Best Actor.

3. Does Mammootty have children in the film industry?

• Yes, his son, Dulquer Salmaan, is a prominent actor in Malayalam, Tamil, and Hindi cinema.

4. What are some of Mammootty’s most famous films?

• His notable films include Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha, Mathilukal, Thaniyavarthanam, Paleri Manikyam, and New Delhi.

5. Is Mammootty active on social media?

• Yes, he maintains an active presence on social media, where he engages with fans and shares updates.

6. Has Mammootty worked outside Malayalam cinema?

• Yes, he has worked in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi films as well.

7. What philanthropic work does Mammootty do?

• He is involved in several charitable projects, particularly through his organization, Care and Share.

8. What are Mammootty’s hobbies?

• His hobbies include photography, reading, fitness, traveling, and collecting cars.

9. How many movies has Mammootty acted in?

• He has acted in over 400 films across multiple languages.

10. Has Mammootty received any civilian honors?

• Yes, he was awarded the Padma Shri in 1998 for his contributions to Indian cinema.