Jayaram, made his debut in the Malayalam film industry through the movie Aparan (1988). He soon became the favourite of family audiences by doing family dramas and comedies. He works in Malayalam, Tamil and Telugu film industry
Jayaram was a mimicry artist at the famous ‘Kalabhavan’ institute. He is also a trained Chenda percussionist and often performs in many festivals and stage shows
Jayaram completed his primary education from Government Boys High School, Perumbavoor and Bachelor’s Degree from Sree Sankara College, Kalady.
In 2011, the Government of India awarded Padma Shri ( the fourth-highest civilian award of the Republic of India) to Jayaram. He is a winner of Kerala State Film Awards, Tamil Nadu State Film Award and Filmfare Awards
Jayaram was born to the Tamil couples Subramaniyam and Thankam. His elder brother, Venkataram, died at a young age. He has a younger sister Manjula. Jayaram married Malayalam Actress Parvathy and the couple has two children, Kalidas (actor) and Malavika.
Jayaram is well known for his mimicry, Chenda skills and his love for elephants.
