Jijoy Rajagopal

Actor, Associate Professor

Indian Irinjalakuda, Kerala

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Associate Professor
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth01/09/1976
Age49 years
BirthplaceIrinjalakuda, Kerala

Latest News about Jijoy Rajagopal

05/08/2025

Jijoy Rajagopal, director of the K R Narayanan National Institute of Visual Science and Arts (KRNNIVSA) in Kerala, discussed the significance of the first Kerala Film Policy Conclave in an interview. He emphasized the need for inclusivity and reform in film education, rejecting the 'after me, deluge' attitude towards institutional development. As an actor, international theatre performer, and educator, he highlighted his role in shaping serious film education in India.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameJijoy Pulikal Rajagopalan

Physical Stats & More

Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorSalt and Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

Qualifications
  • MA and M.Phil in Drama and Theatre Arts, Pondicherry Central University
  • Bachelor of Theater Arts, School of Drama, Thrissur
  • Bachelor of Arts in Economics, University of Calicut
  • Pre-Degree, Christ College
  • Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Christ College, Irinjalakuda

Personal Life

SchoolSree Narayana Higher Secondary School, Irinjalakuda, Kerala
Hobbies
  • Performing Keralite martial arts Kalaripayatuh
  • Listening to Carnatic music

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

SpouseRiya Mary Philip
FatherP. R. Rajagopalan
MotherK. G. Manghaladevi
ChildrenKarma Jijoy Pulikal
Siblings
  • Binoy Pulikal Rajagopalan
  • Bejoy Pulikal Rajagopalan

Career

Debut
Play (Actor)Yadhartha Velakkaran, as Velakkaran (1987)
Theatre ArtistThe Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts, New Delhi
International Theatre ArtistSwan Theater, Stratford-Upon-Avon, UK (2006-2008)
Television (Actor)Innocent Kadhakal, as Sathyan
Malayalam film (Actor)Niram (1999)
Dubbing ArtistDubbed for Jain Syriac Babu in Shikkar (2010)
Highlights
  • May 2014 - Present: Associate Professor (Acting Department) at the Film and Television Institute of India, Pune, Maharashtra
  • April 2006 - December 2009: Former Actor at Royal Shakespeare Company, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire
  • April 2006 - December 2009: Former Actor at British Council, London, UK
  • April 2006 - December 2009: Former Actor at Act Productions, West End, UK
  • Currently: Director of K R Narayanan National Institute of Visual Science and Arts (KRNNIVSA), Kerala on deputation
  • Served as Dean of the Films Wing at FTII, Pune
  • Performed 380 international theatre shows in Japan, UK, Italy, US, Dubai, Bahrain, Canada, and Australia
  • April 2006 - December 2009: Performed in A Midsummer Night's Dream (Royal Shakespeare Company production) directed by Tim Supple, playing Oberon and Theseus. The production gave 365 shows in 28 cities across six countries on four continents (England, Italy, India, Australia, Canada, and the United States)
  • International theatre artist and educator conducting acting workshops in India and Middle Eastern countries

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Jijoy Pulikal Rajagopalan is an actor in Indian films and theatre, mainly working in Malayalam movies.
2. He serves as an associate professor in the acting department at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) in Pune.
3. Jijoy's passion for acting began early, leading him to perform throughout his life.
4. During his school years, he nurtured his artistic inclinations through music and theatre.
5. Jijoy achieved the distinction of 'Kalaprathiba' by winning the best actor award seven times in various university competitions.
6. He uses theatre as a tool for scientific temperament and incorporates this philosophy through his acting workshops.
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