Biography
Kunchacko was an Indian film producer and director who worked in the Malayalam film industry. His venture Udaya Studios influenced the gradual shift of Malayalam film industry from its original base of Madras, Tamil Nadu to Kerala. Kunchacko was born to Mani Chacko Maliampurackal and Eliyamma in Pulinkunnoo, Alappuzha, Kerala, India in 1912. His father was the first to start a boat service in Kuttanad. Kunchacko became interested in the art of filmmaking as he grew up. After finishing his intermediate schooling (pre-degree equivalent) he made plans to establish a film studio in Kerala. In 1947...
Details
Born
January 1, 1912
Died
June 15, 1976
Age at Death
64
Birthplace
Alappuzha, Kerala, India
Also Known As
കുഞ്ചാക്കോ
Career Stats
Total Credits
36
As Director
19
As Producer
17
