S. Jithesh, popularly known as Dr. Jitheshji,[1] is an internationally acclaimed performing speed cartoonist and former Vice-Chairman of Kerala Cartoon Academy.
[2] His infotainment art form, Varayarangu, is a blend of poetry, anecdotes, and socio-political satire with high speed drawing.
Sketching of more than thousand celebrity caricatures at a quick pace and satirical commentary is the major attraction of his cartoon stage shows.
[3] He is recognised as the "World's Fastest Performing Cartoonist" since his ability to speed sketch fifty celebrity caricatures within five minutes.
Additionally, he was a celebrity speaker at the TEDx event at KIIT University in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on 10 August 2024.