Nalini Bekal

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Nalini Bekal
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Born Nalini
(1954-10-15) 15 October 1954 (age 69)
Bekal, Kasaragod
Occupation Malayalam writer
Language Malayalam
Nationality Indian
Education B.A.
Notable works Muchilottamma,Ottakkolam,
Spouse Paipra Radhakrishnan
Children Dr. Anuradha, Anuja Akathoottu

Nalini Bekal (born 15 October 1954) is a Malayalam novelist and short story writer.[1] She has written many novels and short stories, and won many awards including the Mathrubhumi Novel Award (1977), Edasseri Award (1987), SBI Award (1992), and Kerala Sahitya Academy Fellowship.

Personal life

Nalini was born in Bekal village in Kasaragod District of Kerala State. Nalini's husband Paipra Radhakrishnan is a famous writer, columnist and critic in the Malayalam language. They have two daughters, Dr. Anuradha (Ayurveda Medical Officer) and Anuja Akathoottu.

Works

Novels
  • Thuruth (1977)
  • Hamsaganam (1982)
  • Krishna (1985)
  • Muchilottamma (1987)
  • Kanwatheertha (1988)
  • Shilavanangal (1993)
Short story collections
  • Ottakkolam (1993)

Awards and recognitions

Literary awards
Fellowships

References

  1. "Who is who of Indian writers". Who is who of Indian writers. Retrieved 13 April 2015