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Chakkupurayil Radhakrishnan
Former Officer-in-Charge, World-Wide Seismology Centre, Pune
Former Scientific Assistant at Astrophysical Observatory, Kodaikanal.
Ashramam Lane., Kochi 682017
Ancestral home: Chamravattom, Tirur, Malappuram Dist., Kerala state, 676102 India
Born: 15 Feb. 1939 at Chamravattom. Parents: The late Sri. P. Madhavan Nair, veteran freedom-fighter, and C. Janaki Amma. Married to: Smti. Vatsala, d/o the late Sri. T. Gopala Kurup one of the pre-independence-day presidents of erstwhile Malabar District Congress Committee. Son: Dr Gopal, Radiologist, living at Kochi with wife Subhadra, an e-professional. Grandsons Harigovind, Navneet Krishnan and Harikrishnan.
EDUCATIONAL
Primary: Govt. Lower Primary and Sastha Upper Primary Schools, Chamravattom. Secondary: Achutha Varier High School, Ponnani - Winner of Best Student Gold Medal. Inter: Zamorin's College, Calicut - Winner of Madras University Sharpe Scholarship. Graduation: Physics, Zamorin's College, Calicut - Winner of Top Rank Gold medal. PG: Applied Physics, Govt. Victoria College, Palakad - incomplete. Research (Astrophysics).
GOVT. EMPLOYMENT
Scientific Assistant at Astrophysical Observatory, Kodaikanal, 1960-'62. Officer-in-Charge, World-Wide Seismology Centre, Pune, 1962-'64.
SCIENCE WRITING
Translated David O.Woodbury's Outward Bound for Space in 1962. Organized the Sasthra Sahitya Samithi, a science-writing club, the first of its kind in the country. Took Science Today to success. Managed the 12-volume encyclopedia published by the Writers' Co-operative of Kerala. Continues to write on front-line science.
PRINT MEDIA, ENGLISH
Spearheaded the Launch Team of Science Today of Times of India, Bombay, 1964-'68. Science Editor of Link Magazine and Patriot Daily, Delhi, 1968-'72.
MALAYALAM PRINT MEDIA
Editor Porul Monthly, 1972-'76. Editor Veekshanam Daily, 1980-'84. Editor-in-Charge of Year-Books and Bhashaposhini, Malayala Manorama, 1994-'97. Design & Packaging Consultant for Madhyamam Publications, 1997-2000.
ELECTRONIC MEDIA
Spoken Word and Literary Content Provider for Several Stations of All India Radio. Served on Programme Advisory Committees. Content Provider for Door Darshan and Private Channels.
CREATIVE WRITING, MALAYALAM
Won in every literary competition during academic career. Translated Daniel Defoe (M. Flanders) and Lincoln Bernet (Einstein and the Universe) at age seventeen. Contributed popular science and creative copy to leading periodicals ever since. Wrote the first novel at age nineteen, topped the 120 entries to the novel-writing competition organized by the Mathrubhumi Weekly, bagged the prize and, also won the Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award for the year 1962. Sixty more popular titles in various branches of writing, deep in content but simple in style, have followed, won acclaim, enriched the language and have always remained alive in the book market.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
THE AUTHOR WAS CONFERRED THE HIGHEST LITERARY RECOGNITION IN KERALA - THE EZHUTHACHAN AWARD, AND ALSO THE BHARATIYA GNANAPITH'S MOORTIDEVI AWARD FOR CREATIVE WRITING IN INDIAN LANGUAGES.
D. LIT. FROM MALAYALAM UNIVERSITY, TIRUR.
AMONG OTHER LITERARY AWARDS WON ARE NATIONAL SAHITYA AKADEMI AWARD, KERALA SAHITYA AKADEMI AWARD, VAYALAR AWARD, ODAKKUZHAL AWARD, LALITHAMBIKA AWARD, OLAPPAMANNA AWARD, BALAMANI AMMA AWARD, ACHUTHA MENON AWARD, ABU DHABI SAKTHI AWARD, C P MENON AWARD, MUTTATHU VARKEY AWARD, DEVI PRASADAM AWARD, MAHAKAVI G AWARD, PANDIT KARUPPAN AWARD, MULUR AWARD, PADMAPRABHA PURASKARAM, SANJAYAN PURASKARAM, O.N.V. MEMORIAL AWARD, AMRITAKEERTI PURASKARAM, CHANDU MENON AWARD, BAHRAIN MALAYALI SAMAJAM AWARD, OMAN PRATHIBHA PURASKAR, VALLATHOL SAMMAN, FELLOWSHIP OF KERALA SAHITYA AKADEMI, JNANAPPANA AWARD, NADABRAHMA AWARD, SANJAYAN AWARD, MADHAVA MUDRA, THAKAZHI AWARD, KAUMUDI AWARD, V.T. AWARD, MATHRUBHUMI AWARD, K.P.KESAVA MENON PURASKARAM, NALAPPADAN AWARD, MAYILPPEELI PURASKARAM, THRIKKAVU DEVI PURASKARAM, O. V. VIJAYAN SAHITYA PURASKARAM, KALIYACHAN AWARD, CHATTAMBISWAMI AWARD AND NALAPPADAN PURASKARAM.
RESEARCH, HISTORY
Decades-long efforts to know more on the life and times of Tunjath Ezuthachan (16th century) has enabled the author to throw new light on that part of the cultural and social history of Kerala and south India. The work Theekkadal Kadanju Thirumadhuram marks a new era in Malayalam writing.
FORAYS INTO FILM WORLD
Written and directed four feature films in Malayalam beginning with Agni, the first ever film from South India to form part of the Indian Panorama of Feature Films. The third film he made, Ottayadippathakal too formed part of Panorama. Both attracted critical acclaim at international festivals including Mannheim and Thashkent. The Author has written scripts based on several of his other novels.
POSITIONS HELD
Twice elected to the Board of Directors of the Writers' Co-Operative of Kerala. Headed the Board for one term. Member of the first Board of Directors of the Kerala State Film Development Corporation. Member of the National Film Awards jury panel on three occasions. Twice member of jury panels to select Indian Panorama films. Captain of the 1984 march of writers on foot across Kerala.
Member of the General Council, Chairperson of the Malayalam Advisory Board and member of the Executive Council of the Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi. Fellow of the Kerala Sahitya Akademi.
C. Radhakrishnan's works attempt to integrate the cultures of science and the arts, to defeat division of every kind and to herald a unified world. His sincere and upright stand is widely admired.
Primary studies on problems fundamental to astrophysics were completed in continuation of thought experiments started in 1961. The concept of space with special characteristics along with a picture of the universe based on those assumptions, were pieced together by C. Radhakrishnan by 1987. The physicist placed it that year before a gathering of teachers and students of the Physics Department of the Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT). The earliest work that resulted from these researches was a monograph titled "Unity of Space-Matter Manifestations", published in January 1988. It was mailed to people working in areas of field physics and quantum-gravity and initiated discussions.
One of the suggestions that came up during discussions on the monograph was that a more comprehensive description of the concept would not be out of place. C. Radhakrishnan proceeded with writing a popular science version of the monograph. Accordingly the book "Stuff and Style of the Universe" was published in Nov. 2002 by Hi-Tech Books. In this book elaborate explanations were provided, and the physicist also proceeded to explore philosophical questions and discussions about life in general based on this concept of the universe. The first Scientist-President of India, Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, expressed appreciation of the work done, and the model attracted world attention. Many inferences in later books when enlarging on these ideas, have even preserved some of the same sentences and / or wordings of this earlier book.
Based on the concepts in the book, an article of the physicist was published in 'Science India' (ISSN 0972-8287) in two issues on September 2012 and October 2012 (Vol. 15 No. 9 and Vol. 15 No. 10 respectively).
Even after publication of the book ‘Stuff and Style of the Universe’, there was scope for plenty of elaboration and refinement of the original ideas. Regarding physics, these ideas were of an all-encompassing nature – indeed they have implications in every field of study. Dr. K. R. Gopal, son of C. Radhakrishnan, joined with his father and the duo proceeded to work out and corroborate the original ideas with various branches of study in physics. The earlier concept of ‘S’, the material that space is composed of – was described as the ‘fabric of space’ for easier visualization. The name ‘Avyakta’ was coined for the fabric of space with special characteristics in early 2016. ‘The Secret behind the Universe’ was published in July 2016, written jointly by the author C. Radhakrishnan and his son Dr. Gopal K. R., which incorporated relevant findings of the previous book ‘Stuff and Style of the Universe’ with fresh explorative ideas. The book also carried a section on eastern philosophy, thus representing a holistic approach to life and the universe in general.
An article "Avyakta: The Fabric of Space" was published in January 2017 in the Prespacetime Journal (ISSN: 2153-8301) Vol 7 Issue 16. This is the condensed version of the Physics part of the previous book. It is the work of the father and son team.
Continuing researches resulted in further elucidation of various concepts outlined in the previous book. Almost all sections were refined, explained further and updated, and various fresh sections were added. Since these additions would considerably alter the content of the previous book ‘The Secret behind the Universe’, a decision was taken to bring out the work as a fresh new book titled ‘Avyakta – The Fabric of Space’ (expected to be published by December 2025). As C. Radhakrishnan also has other exhaustive works of Indian philosophy to his credit, the section on philosophy was dropped and this book is a pure science version:
*New book on Physics*
Expected to be published by December 2025
Based on the concept of Avyakta - the fabric of space with special characteristics - a fresh view of the quantum world and the universe in general is outlined in this work. Avyakta is shown to provide substrate for all the fields including electromagnetic field, gravitational field and Higgs field without conflicting with current thinking. The concept complements the Standard Model and explains gravitation; dark matter and virtual particles gain new meaning and cosmic inflation is seen in fresh light. Convincing elucidation is provided for matter/antimatter asymmetry and generations of matter. Clear explanations are provided about formation of galaxy groups and red-shift, and the future of the universe is also revealed based on the nature and properties of background Avyakta. There are many interesting sections explaining various enigmas in physics. The mass of particles, Higgs field, electromagnetic waves and structure of nucleons are all discussed with fresh insights. There is an detailed discussion on antiparticles and more clarity is obtained about their mysterious nature. Fascinating topics like big bang, creation, generations of matter and dark energy are all explained in new light.
This book is based on the previous article titled ‘Avyakta: The Fabric of Space’ by the same authors published earlier in January 2017 in the Prespacetime Journal; and also on the earlier best selling book ‘The Secret behind the Universe’.
‘Avyakta – The Fabric of Space’ is a popular science work written in simple terms such that even a person with elementary knowledge of physics can grasp these concepts and enjoy the fresh new picture of the universe that these insights have provided.
Nectar from Sea of Fire portrays the untold story of one among
the greatest sage poets of India – Tunjath Ramanujan Ezhuthachan.
The life and work of this renowned sage, poet and teacher, who
lived five centuries ago, is succinctly pieced together
and passionately told by C. Radhakrishnan.
The book sketches Ezhuthachan's life and creative instinct
through the great sage’s own mind and emotions. The mental
strength of rishis of the yore, a deep insight to karma yoga
practiced by them and profound knowledge of Vedantic philosophy
unfold as the book progresses. The work paints the socio-political and
cultural ambience that prevailed in this part of the world five centuries
back - intensive and pioneering research filling a void in the world atlas
of sociological development, progressing against a backdrop of high flying
emotions ranging from passion to valor - making it a great masterpiece.
Orignially written in Malayalam language and entitled ‘Theekkadal Kadanhu
Thirumadhuram’, the work has gone into multiple impressions and won
many a laurel including the Ezhuthachan Puraskaram (the highest
literary honor the Kerala State provides) and the Moortidevi Award
of the Bharatiya Jnanpith Trust for the best creative effort in
Indian languages. The book has been translated into Hindi and
various other Indian languages.
An exhaustive study of ancient Indian Philosophy.
This mega work establishes how the wisdom provided in the Gita can help anyone lead a successful and happy life in today's modern world irrespective of religion or nationality, successfully integrating Vedantic ideas with contemporary life in unbiased, simple and practical manner.
This book is the English translation of the Malayalam work Munpeparakkunna Pakshikal, a bestseller running into more than a dozen editions and winning as many as seven major Awards.
Presenting in its background many an untold part of an extremist upsurge that took place in India four decades back and the way it has influenced the fabric of life ever since, the novel deeply explores human nature and thought in the drive for a happier and saner world.
English translation of the novel Karal Pilarum Kalam.
How much can a woman take without breaking down? In ways how unusual can a man love a woman? How selfish and cruel can intense love turn when spurned? What does vengeance do to the person in his teens harboring it? And what all drives a mother to act in ways so bewildering in circumstances never faced before in human history?
English translation of the novel Iniyoru Nirakanchiri.
This is a unique and poignant love story of two very special people living under assumed identities for different reasons; and a thriller chasing the intriguing tentacles of espionage activities and the untold stories behind political assassinations in India.
English translation of Ullil Ullth.
A science Fiction novel based on Indian Philosophy.
A young couple on their scientific research is about to make a huge breakthrough – a revolutionary technology that could benefit humankind as never before and herald a new world.
But every gift from science can be misused…
English version of acclaimed and awardwinning Malayalam Novel: Spandamapinikale Nandi. This novel won many awards including the National Sahitya Akademi Award in 1988.
Translated by: Vinod Agrasala; Published by Dreams Books
Earlier, an English translation was published by Kendra Sahitya Akademi. The Tamil translation, Nile Adirvumaanikale nanri is available in Delhi at "Swathi", Mandir Marg, New Delhi 110001. In Calcutta at Jeevan Tara Building, 4th floor, 23 A/4X, Diamond Harbour Road, Calcutta - 700053. In Mumbai at 172, Mumbai Marathi Grantha Sangrahalaya Marg, Dadar, Mumbai - 400014. In Bangalore at A.D.A Rangamandira, 109 J.C. Road, Bangalore - 560002.
English translation of Nizhalppadukal, C. Radhakrishnan's first novel (Published by Kerala Sahitya Akademi, Trichur - 680020, Kerala state, India.).
English translation of Poojyam.
(Published by Arnold-Heinemann Publishers (India) Private Limited, AB/9 Safdarjang enclave,New Delhi- 110016. First published 1974)
French tranlation of Nizhalppadukal.
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Agni was written in Malayalam in 1963. The Author later trans-created the novelette in English.
Agni tells the story of a remote village of special nativity in simple style and compassionate humor. The book analyzes various dimensions of the love - violence equation.
The novelette was filmed in 1973.
Hindi translation of Theekkadal Kadanhu Thirumadhuram.
Translated by S. Thankamani Amma and K. G. Balakrishna Pillai
Bharatiya Jnanpith, 18, Institutional Area, Lodi Road, New Delhi - 110005
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Direction:
Ottayadipathakal: A 1993 Malayalam film directed by C. Radhakrishnan and produced by Vincent Chittilappally. The film stars Madhu, Revathy, Sreenath and Kaviyoor Ponnamma in lead roles. Cinematography by Sunny Joseph; Editing by Venugopal. Art Direction: Sabu Pravadas. Lyrics by O. N. V. Kurup, C. Radhakrishnan and Traditional, Music by Mohan Sithara. Singers P. Jayachandran, Arundhathi and Nalini Balakrishnan.
Kanalaattam: A 1979 Malayalam film directed by C Radhakrishnan and produced by PMK Bapu; starring Balan K. Nair, R. K. Nair, Adityan, Kuttyedathi Vilasini and Vani. Shooting Location: Tavanur Mana, Kuttippuram. Cinematography by Vipin Das. Editing by G. Venkittaraman. Lyrics: Unnai Warrier, Music A. T. Ummer. Singer K. J. Yesudas.
Pushyaraagam: A 1979 Malayalam film directed by C Radhakrishnan. The film stars Madhu, Jayan, Sharada K. P. Ummer and Srividya in lead roles. Cinematography K. B. Dayalan. Editing by G. Venkittaraman. Lyrics by Cheramangalam and Sakunthala Rajendran, Music by A. T. Ummer. Singers K. J. Yesudas, S Janaki, Vani Jairam.
Agni: A 1978 Malayalam film directed by C Radhakrishnan and produced by Hassan and PMK Bapu; starring Madhu, Vidhubala, Sankaradi and Aboobacker in lead roles. Cinematography by U. Rajagopal, Editing G. Venkittaraman, Art Direction: Sundaram. Lyrics: Sakunthala Rajendran, Music by A. T. Ummer. Singers K. J. Yesudas, S Janaki, P Susheela.
Now a part of the Indian Panorama of Feature Films, Agni has been screened at major international film festivals including Mannheim, Istanbul, Moscow and Locarno.
Story:
1993 Bhagyavan (story)
1985 Avidathepole Ivideyum (story)
1983 Pin Nilavu (story)
1970 Priya (story, screenplay, dialogue)
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