Basil Joseph
Personal details
  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1990-04-28
    • Born Place: Wayanadu, Kerala, India
  • Also Known As:

    باسیل جوزف

Basil Joseph

Basil Joseph (born April 28, 1990) is a highly acclaimed Indian film director and actor who has become a defining figure in contemporary Malayalam cinema. Originally an engineer at Infosys, he left his corporate career to pursue filmmaking, starting as an assistant to Vineeth Sreenivasan. He made his directorial debut with the comedy Kunjiramayanam (2015), followed by the sports drama Godha (2017). However, he achieved international fame with the Netflix superhero film Minnal Murali (2021), which earned him the Best Director (Fiction) award at the 2022 Asian Academy Creative Awards. While initially known as a filmmaker, Basil has evolved into a powerhouse performer, leading blockbuster hits like Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey (2022), Falimy (2023), and Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil (2024). As of late 2025, Basil is entering a significant new phase of his career by making his Tamil acting debut in the high-budget period drama Parasakthi (2026), directed by Sudha Kongara. In this film, set against the 1965 Anti-Hindi agitations, he stars alongside Sivakarthikeyan and Jayam Ravi. His recent filmography includes successful 2025 releases like Pravinkoodu Shappu, Ponman, and Maranamaas. In his personal life, he is married to Elizabeth Samuel, and they have a daughter named Hope Elizabeth Basil. Known for his unique "everyman" charm and comedic timing, Basil is currently one of the most sought-after talents in the South Indian film industry, balancing major acting roles with the pre-production of his next directorial venture.

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