Jishnu Raghavan
Indian actor (1979-2016)
Jishnu Raghavan Alingkil (23 April 1979 – 25 March 2016), was an Indian actor who predominantly appeared in Malayalam, Tamil and Hindi films. He is also Social activist. He had won Mathrubhumi Film Award for Best Male Debut[1] and Kerala Film Critics Association Award for Best Actor[2] for his first film Nammal (2002)[3][4]. He died after Prolong battle with cancer on 25 March 2016 and his last film was Traffic (2016).[5][6]
Quotes edit
- “Being positive and always smiling makes a lot of difference. I’m in ICU now, nothing to worry this is kind of my second home now. I have fun here. I started smiling at every situation now especially the nurses who take care of me. Trust me it made a lot of difference. They do a tough job of treating pain and in I C U things r worse but by smiling and being jovial creates such a good atmosphere that everything just gets better, it’s magic… smile is magic…try it.”[7][8]
- My first dialogue "Ammava member villikunu" .... here Umar uncle was ammavan and Nedumudi venu uncle was member.."[9][10]
- "By Gods grace and your prayers , the surgery I had to go through was successful. I am back home now and recovering. The cancerous tumor was completely removed but still have to go through radiation... for complete recovery I guess it will take another six months. Thanks a lot for your prayers and support".[11]
- On World Nurse Day he gave a heartwarming tribute to all the nurses who tirelessly work, through a FB post where he said, We truly and sincerley praise them for their services to the society but do we know at what conditions are they giving their more than 100% to us. They are over worked but underpaid nightingales who deserve much more. I once asked them "what prompts them to leave India and live away from their families and loved ones".[12]
- "People who are insecure about their lives run after money. If you are interested and passionate about your job, money will follow."[13]
- "It's one of the best roles I have done in my career and the experience of working with the young cast and crew is on par with my debut film Nammal."[14]
- “Being healthy is everything friends.”[15]
- "If I say I actually like to be a house husband - I enjoy cooking, I'm good at managing maids, I like gardening, super super market shopping is my favourite, taking care of kids and getting them to school[16]
- “We should really do everything we can to contribute to the society and the country that we live in”[17][18]
- "She is the backbone of the house and nothing happens if she takes a break. Without her care and love I would have never been what I am. I can never become like her but can aspire to be"[19][20]
References edit
- ↑ Actor Jishnu Raghavan dies after fighting cancer (in en). english.mathrubhumi.com (25 March 2016).
- ↑ Malayalam actor Jishnu Raghavan dies of cancer (in en). The Hindu (25 March 2016).
- ↑ Nammal. Sify (24 April 2003).
- ↑ "Top 6 all-time best youth-centric films of Mollywood" (in en). The Times of India.
- ↑ "Traffic review: Tight script, stellar performances make it a must-watch". Hindustan Times. 6 May 2016. Retrieved on 29 August 2017.
- ↑ Jishnu's last movie hits theatres (in en). timesofindia.indiatimes.com (7 May 2016).
- ↑ Actor Jishnu Raghavan still an inspiration (in en). ritzmagazine.in (25 March 2016).
- ↑ What Jishnu Raghavan Posted on Facebook Days Before he Died (in en). ndtv.com (26 March 2016).
- ↑ Jishnu Raghavan Leaves the Stage Mid-show (in en). The New Indian Express (27 March 2016).
- ↑ Bureau, Kerala (27 Mar 2016). "A promising career cut short by cancer". The Hindu.
- ↑ I am still under treatment but will be back to work soon: Jishnu (in en). timesofindia.indiatimes.com (28 November 2014).
- ↑ Actor Jishnu Raghavan inspired thousands with his thoughtful FB posts from ICU days before he died (in en) (28 March 2016).
- ↑ Follow your dream and money will follow (in en). timesofindia.indiatimes.com (12 October 2011).
- ↑ Sanjith Sidhardhan (10 January 2013). "Jishnu is excited about Annum Innum Ennum". The Times of India. Retrieved on 15 September 2013.
- ↑ Cancer relapses, but Jishnu stays positive (in en). timesofindia.indiatimes.com (16 April 2015).
- ↑ It is difficult to believe Jishnu is no more: Raghavan (in en). timesofindia.indiatimes.com (27 April 2016).
- ↑ Buddies' tribute to warrior pal Jishnu (in en). Deccan Chronicle (27 March 2016).
- ↑ Actor Jishnu Raghavan's inspiring Facebook post from ICU will make your day (in en). ibtimes.co.in (9 March 2016).
- ↑ I used to love housework: Jishnu Raghavan (in en). The Times of India (24 January 2017).
- ↑ Jishnu gifts a cup of tea to his parents (in en). timesofindia.indiatimes.com (8 November 2015).
