Kalanilayam Anilkumar (Kathakali Artist)
Kalanilayam Anilkumar is a well-known Kathakali artiste, widely recognized for his expertise in portraying the classical Pacha, Kathi, and Minukku roles with grace and authenticity.
He began his formal training in Kathakali in 1986 at PSV Natyasangham, Kottakkal, a prestigious institution for classical performing arts. Later, he joined Kalanilayam, where he further honed his skills and adopted the institution’s name as part of his stage identity.
Apart from his performances, Anilkumar is deeply involved in the teaching and promotion of Kathakali. He conducts Kathakali Vesham (costume and character portrayal) classes and also teaches Kathakali at the Pisharody Samajam Head Office in Thrissur, contributing significantly to the preservation and transmission of this traditional art form.
He hails from a distinguished Pisharody family, being the son of Kuthanur Dakshinamurthi Pisharath Govinda Pisharody and Andam Pisharath Narayani Pisharasiar.
