Vikram Sugumaran was supposed to begin his third directorial in 2 months, reveals Viji Chandrasekhar
The sudden demise of director
Vikram Sugumaran
, known for acclaimed films like 'Madha Yaanai Koottam' and 'Raavanan Kottam,' has sent shockwaves through the Tamil film industry. Succumbing to a heart attack on his way back from Madurai,
Vikram
Sugumaran's unexpected passing has left many of his colleagues and fans in deep sorrow.
Among those most affected is actress Viji Chandrasekhar, who shared an emotional tribute recalling her close professional bond with the late filmmaker.
A career-defining bond
Viji, who played a pivotal role in 'Madha Yaanai Koottam,' credited the film and Vikram Sugumaran for a major breakthrough in her career. Struggling to hold back tears in a social media video, she said, 'I can't accept that he's no more. Just two months ago, he called and said a new story was ready and that we'd definitely start shooting in two months.
Now he's gone… it's heartbreaking.' Her words capture the disbelief and grief felt by many who worked closely with him.
A call for awareness on health
She went on to express her anguish about the fragility of life in the film industry. 'People who work day and night, often under severe mental pressure, are the ones falling prey to untimely deaths. Today someone's here, tomorrow they're gone. I just can't understand why this keeps happening,' she lamented.
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Viji's message was not only one of mourning but also a heartfelt reminder about the importance of mental health and physical well-being, urging everyone to take better care of themselves.
A void that cannot be filled
Reflecting on her last conversation with Vikram Sugumaran, Viji Chandrasekar said she was still struggling to process the news. 'I want to believe this isn't real,' she said. Offering her deepest condolences to Vikram Sugumaran's family and colleagues, Viji Chandrasekar concluded her statement with a sense of loss that echoed throughout the industry. Vikram Sugumaran's absence leaves a void, not just as a director, but as a cherished collaborator and friend.
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