13 Facts About Girish Puthenchery

Girish Puthenchery was an Indian lyricist, poet, scriptwriter and screenwriter, esteemed for his pivotal role as a lyricist in Malayalam cinema.

Girish Puthenchery was often hailed as the aristocratic lyricist of Malayalam and was praised for his unique and distinctive writing style.

Girish Puthenchery made his debut with the film Enquiry in 1989.

Girish Puthenchery won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Lyricist seven times.

Girish Puthenchery holds the record for writing the highest number of songs in the Malayalam film industry in the shortest period of time.

Girish Puthenchery died on 10 February 2010 at a private hospital in Kozhikode Due to a severe brain hemorrhage.

Girish Puthenchery wrote the lyrics and screenplay for Karote's movie Bhramarakashassu, but due to unforeseen circumstances, the film's initial release was delayed.

Girish Puthenchery is one of the most honored lyricists, having won the Kerala State Award for Best Lyricist seven times.

Girish Puthenchery has published two poetry collections and composed music for a devotional album.

Girish Puthenchery was admitted to MIMS Hospital near his home on 6 February 2010 after suffering a massive stroke.

Girish Puthenchery slipped into a coma soon after arriving at the hospital.

Girish Puthenchery underwent two surgeries, but his condition did not improve, and he suffered a brain hemorrhage, dying at the hospital on 10 February 2010, at the age of 48.

Girish Puthenchery was cremated with full state honors at the Mavoor Road crematorium the following day.