Indian director Adithyan dies of heart attack at 47

Indian television director Adithyan, widely recognised for his contributions to Malayalam shows, passed away at the age of 47. He experienced a cardiac arrest at his residence in Thiruvananthapuram on October 19, reported Indian media.

Despite immediate medical attention at a private hospital, his life could not be saved, reported an Indian media outlet.

People can pay their last tribute to Adithyan at Bharat Bhavan in Thiruvananthapuram.

Uma Nair, known for her work in Malayalam soap operas, has paid her heartfelt tribute to Adithyan on Instagram.

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Sharing a picture of the filmmaker, she wrote in Malayalam, “I don't know what to say. It's unfathomable that each person who held a special place in my life is gradually slipping away. What can I possibly say about you, my brother? I'm left speechless in trying to pay tribute to someone who guided me as a mentor in my acting journey and stood by me as a brother in my life. May God grant strength to your family to navigate through this challenging time.”

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