Kavassery Kuttikrishnan is a renowned Thimila artist widely recognized across Kerala. He trained under Nanu Marar at Thiruvanchikulam Purathu Veedu and developed his own unique style in Thimila playing. He is the son of the late Chakrapani Pisharody of Kavassery Kizhakke Pisharath, a celebrated Maddalam artist.
Awards:
- Mela Kala Sangeetha Samithi’s Suvarna Mudra Award – 2023
- Gurudakshina Award – 2024 from Irinjalakuda Pallavur-Thrippekkulam Samithi
Family:
- Mother: The late Madhavi Pisharassyar of Paraykkattu Pisharath
- Wife: Bhagyalakshmi of Alathur Pisharath
- Son: Hari Pisharody – Mridangam artist and sound recordist