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Mohanlal

There is no way but to say it.

Mohanlal is a phenomenon.

You only need see him in Vaanaprastham to believe it. And yet, his director would tell you that Mohanlal's talent has not been, perhaps never will be, exploited to its fullest.

Mohanlal completes 20 years in Malayalam cinema this year. Though he would tell you it's 22.

Winner of three National Awards and countless State Awards for his effortlessly natural, soul-stirring performances, Mohanlal remains the picture of humility. If one were to ask him how he gets into the skin of a character without any preparation, he has no answer.

If one were to ask him from where he dredges up myriad expressions and emotions, he has no answer.

If one were to ask him what the future has in store for him, he would answer: Acting.

It's what he does best.

Yes, he's special.

Which is why, we thought of devoting an edition to him. Enjoy.