Production designer Sabu Cyril wins Artist Namboothiri Samman Trust award
The award is in recognition of the immense contributions made by Mr. Cyril to cinema, actor Mohanlal said
Production designer Sabu Cyril has been honored with the Artist Namboothiri Samman Trust award, marking his second win. Actor Mohanlal, a patron of the trust, announced the award, praising Cyril for his unique style of art direction in Indian cinema. The award acknowledges Cyril's significant contributions to the film industry, recognizing his lasting impact.
Instituted by the Kochi-based Artist Namboothiri Samman Trust, the award honors the legacy of the renowned artist. It includes a cash prize of ₹1 lakh, a citation, and a sculpture of artist Namboothiri. Cyril, a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, has worked on over 115 feature films and 2,500 advertisements in various languages.
He began his career in 1988 and has received four National and State awards for art direction. Notable films that feature his work include Baahubali I & II, RRR, Enthiran, Kaalapani, Iyer the Great, Amaram, and Uncle Bun.
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