Kalabhavan Navas was an Indian performer, actor, singer-songwriter, mimicry artist, and comedian. Active since 1995, he became renowned in Malayalam stage shows, television, and films, especially for his comedic flair.
| Full Name | Kalabhavan Navas |
|---|---|
| Birthplace | Wadakkanchery, Kerala, India |
| Profession | Actor, Mimicry Artist, Singer, TV Host |
| Years Active | 1995–2025 |
| Film Debut | Chaithanyam (1995) |
| Popular Films | Junior Mandrake, Vettam, Chattambinadu, ABCD, Driving License |
| Spouse | Rehna Navas (TV actress, married 2002) |
| Children | Naharin (daughter), Rihan and Ridwan (sons) |
| Death | August 1, 2025, Kochi, Kerala (aged 51) |
| Cause of Death | Suspected Cardiac Arrest |
Kalabhavan Navas – Early life
He born into an artistic family: his father Aboobacker was an established theatre and film actor, appearing in Malayalam classics like Keli and Vatsalyam. His brother Niyas Backer also rose as a mimicry artist and actor.
Navas began performing mimicry at Kalabhavan, the pioneering arts troupe in Kochi credited with popularizing mimicry in Kerala. Later, he co-founded Cochin Arts with Niyas to tour shows across Kerala and beyond.
Kalabhavan Navas – Career
Kalabhavan Navas began his film career with Chaithanyam (1995) and soon appeared in the ensemble mimicry film Mimics Action 500, showcasing his comedic versatility. He gained recognition through popular films like Hitler Brothers (1997), Junior Mandrake (1997), Mattupetti Machan (1998), Chandamama (1999), and Thillana Thillana (2003). Known for his unique comedic timing and expressive performances, Navas became a familiar face in supporting roles across Malayalam hits such as Vettam, Chattambinadu, Cobra, ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi, Driving License, and more recently, Aaro (2024), Oru Anweshanathinte Thudakkam (2024), and Detective Ujjwalan (2025). Beyond cinema, he was a beloved presence on television, hosting and judging shows like Badai Bungalow, Rani Maharani, Comedy Masters, Comedy Stars Season 2, and Thakarppan Comedy, while frequently appearing as a guest on shows like Onnum Onnum Moonu and Komedy Circus, leaving an enduring mark on Malayalam entertainment.
Kalabhavan Navas – Personal Life
In 2002, Navas married actress Rehna Navas, a Malayalam television star. Their marriage, rooted in mutual admiration for stagecraft, thrived both personally and professionally.
Parents to three children daughter Naharin, and sons Rihan and Ridwan. Their family life was marked by simple joy: vacations, cinema outings, and creative problem‑solving tales like selling jewelry rings to fund a trip reflecting Navas’s pragmatic and loving nature.
Kalabhavan Navas – Death
On August 1, 2025, Kalabhavan Navas was found dead in his hotel room in Chottanikkara, Kochi, during a film shoot. He was 51. The suspected cause was a cardiac arrest.
His passing triggered an outpouring of condolences from peers and fans alike. As a beloved figure in mimicry and regional cinema, Navas leaves behind a cheerful legacy of laughter, character, and warmth.
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