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T'puram Opens First Phase of Actor's Memorial
10 Mar
Summary
- Cultural complex honoring actor Prem Nazir inaugurated in Chirayinkeezhu.
- First phase cost Rs 5.4 crore, with Rs 1.32 crore from the state.
- A photo exhibition titled "Nithyaharitham" is also part of the event.
The Prem Nazir Memorial Cultural Complex, established in honor of the iconic Malayalam film actor, has seen its first phase inaugurated. The ceremony took place on Wednesday in Chirayinkeezhu, the actor's native town. Cultural affairs minister Saji Cherian led the inauguration, with MLA V Sasi presiding and MP Adoor Prakash as the chief guest.
The initial phase of the complex has a total projected cost of Rs 5.4 crore. The state's cultural affairs department contributed Rs 1.32 crore, while Rs 1.58 crore was utilized from the asset development fund of Chirayinkeezhu MLA Sasi. Construction for the second phase, estimated at Rs 2.5 crore, is currently underway.
As part of the inauguration event, a special photo exhibition titled "Nithyaharitham" was also presented. This exhibition features a collection of timeless photographs capturing significant moments from Prem Nazir's extensive filmography.
