29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Indian filmmaker Shaji N Karun passes away aged 73: Reports
Shaji N Karun, celebrated Indian filmmaker, passed away at his residence in Trivandrum on April 28, aged 73, according to Indian media.
The director, known for his work in Malayalam and Indian cinema, was battling cancer for some time, according to media reports. Days before his death, he was hospitalised, after which he was brought home.
The body will be kept for public viewing on Tuesday, from 10.30 am, at Kalabhavan Theatre. The cremation will be held in held at Santhikavadom, Thycaud, Indian media reported. He is survived by wife Anasuya and sons Appu and Anil.
The cinematographer helped establish the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK). He also received the Padma Shri, and the French honour 'Order of Arts and Letters.'
Some of his works which received international recognition include 'Swaham' (1994), which was nominated for the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, and 'Vanaprastham' (1999), which was also screened at Cannes.
His debut film, Piravi (1988), was screened at nearly 70 international film festivals.
