
Personal Info
Known For
Directing
Gender
Male
Birthday
9/18/1978
Place of Birth
Chalakudy, Kerala, India
Also Known As
Lijo Jose Pellisseryലിജോ ജോസ് പെല്ലിശ്ശേരി
Lijo Jose Pellissery
Biography
Lijo Jose Pellissery (born September 18, 1978) is a renowned Indian filmmaker and actor, primarily working in Malayalam cinema. He is celebrated for his bold, unconventional storytelling and experimental approach to filmmaking. Lijo’s films are known for their complex narratives, inventive visual style, and strong ensemble casts, often blending realism with surreal elements. Over the years, he has garnered critical acclaim and a strong cult following for pushing the boundaries of mainstream Malayalam cinema.
Lijo made his directorial debut with Nayakan (2010), but it was his later films that ...
Known For

Nishaanchi
as Customer at Halwai Shop

Oru Cinemakkaran
as Himself

Mayaanadhi
as Len Prasad

Painkili
as Thanku

Sapthamashree Thaskaraha
as Priest

Padayottam
as Britto

Angamaly Diaries
as Man buying pork

Darwinte Parinamam
as Himself

Akashvani
as Thomas

Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil
as Appachan's Lawyer

Kovarty
as Pendulam (Voice)

Oru Korean Padam
Unknown Role

Nayakan
as Steve

Bombay March 12
as Terrorist Leader

8½ Intercuts : Life and Films of K.G. George
as Self