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Mint
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Charlie actor Radhakrishnan Chakyat dies at 53, co-star Dulquer Salmaan pens emotional note
Renowned photographer and Malayalam actor Radhakrishnan Chakyat died on May 22. He was 53. He took his last breath after a heart attack. Radhakrishnan Chakyat was best known for his photography. He made his acting debut with Dulquer Salmaan's film Charlie. In the film, Radhakrishnan Chakyat played the role of Dulquer's father, David. Directed by Martin Prakkat and written by Prakkat and Unni R, the Malayalam film was released in 2015. It also starred Parvathy. Chakyat also founded Pixel Village, a popular YouTube channel focused on photography tutorials and education. The news of Radhakrishnan Chakyat's death was first confirmed by the Pixel Village team. The social media handle of Pixel Village shared a post which read: 'It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved mentor, friend, and inspiration, Radhakrishnan Chakyat. A guiding light in our photography journey, he not only taught us how to see the world through the lens but also how to capture its soul. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all who were touched by his presence. May we continue to honor his memory by carrying forward the light he so generously shared with us all.' Social media is full of condolences for the loss of Radhakrishnan Chakyat. One user wrote on X, formerly Twitter, 'Heartbroken by the passing of Radhakrishnan sir, a legend in the Indian photography space. As a photography enthusiast, I admired his charismatic, educational work on Pixel Viilage. His legacy will live on through his work, which inspired & educated so many of us.' 'Sad news. Famous photographer Radhakrishnan Chakyat is no more. His youtube channel pixel village thaught many beginners a lot about photography (sic),' added another user. Someone also wrote, "Radhakrishnan Chakyat Sir of Pixel Village is no more. What a voice, lovely well presented educational videos for so many photographers. The photography community shall miss your presence dearly. Respect." Dulquer Salmaan reacts to Charlie co-star's death on Instagram. Reacting to the loss of Chakyat, actor Dulquer Salmaan took to his Instagram handle and paid him a tribute. He wrote, 'Our time and conversations together will forever stay with me.'
Indian Express
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Renowned photographer, actor Radhakrishnan Chakyat passes away at 53, Dulquer Salmaan mourns loss
Renowned photographer and Malayalam actor Radhakrishnan Chakyat passed away from a heart attack on May 22 at the age of 53. Known for his photography, Chakyat made his acting debut with Dulquer Salmaan's film Charlie. He was also the founder of Pixel Viilage, a popular YouTube channel dedicated to photography education. The news of Chakyat's demise was shared by the Pixel Village team on their social media handle. It read, 'It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved mentor, friend, and inspiration, Radhakrishnan Chakyat. A guiding light in our photography journey, he not only taught us how to see the world through the lens but also how to capture its soul. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all who were touched by his presence. May we continue to honor his memory by carrying forward the light he so generously shared with us all.' ALSO READ | Dulquer Salmaan teaches daughter Maryam how to handle their Ultraviolette electric superbike. See pic Actor Dulquer Salmaan, who played the role of Chakyat's son in the movie Charlie, mourned the loss of his co-star on social media. He took to his Instagram handle and wrote, 'Our time and conversations together will forever stay with me.' Radhakrishnan Chakyat was last seen in the Hindi web series Crime Beat.
Time of India
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Radhakrishnan Chakyat, celebrated photographer and 'Charlie' actor, passes away at 53
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Radhakrishnan Chakyat, one of India's most respected fashion photographers and a known face in Malayalam cinema breathed his last on May 23, Friday. As reported by Manorama Online, he was aged 53 and passed away due to a heart attack. A Master behind the camera Radhakrishnan began his independent photography journey in 2000 and quickly rose to prominence with his unique blend of artistic vision and technical mastery. He shot campaigns for some of the country's leading brands and was a much sought-after fashion photographer.. He also conducted numerous workshops and lectures, mentoring aspiring photographers across India. Thudarum - Official Teaser A Teacher to Thousands In 2017, he founded Pixel Viilage, a popular YouTube platform that became a go-to destination for photography education. Through this initiative, Chakyat shared tutorials, product reviews, and in-depth discussions about cameras, lighting, and photographic techniques. He was known for breaking down complex ideas with clarity and passion, making him a mentor to thousands in the photography community. Following his demise, his team at Pixel Viilage released a heartfelt statement that read, "It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of our beloved mentor, friend, and inspiration, Radhakrishnan Chakyat. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like News For Jack Nicholson, 87, He Has Been Confirmed To Be... Reportingly Undo A guiding light in our photography journey, he not only taught us how to see the world through the lens but also how to capture its soul. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and everyone whose lives he touched with his presence. Radh Sir, rest in peace. You will be deeply missed." Onscreen presence: debut in 'Charlie' Apart from his contributions to photography, Radhakrishnan also made his mark in cinema with his acting debut in the 2015 film Charlie, starring Dulquer Salmaan. He portrayed the character David, earning admiration for his natural screen presence. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
