Veteran Malayalam filmmaker K.G. George, renowned for his critically acclaimed films, passes away at the age of 77
K.G. George was born in 1946 in Pathanamthitta and honed his filmmaking skills at the Film Institute of India in Pune
With a career spanning nearly three decades, George left an indelible mark on Malayalam cinema, earning numerous Kerala State film awards and the prestigious JC Daniel Prize
George's directorial debut, 'Swapnadanam,' was both a commercial hit and a critical triumph. He often tackled real-life issues, straying from conventional song-and-dance sequences.
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Initially, George worked as an assistant to Ramu Kariatt and later collaborated with Bharathan and P. Padmarajan, ushering in a new era of cinematic storytelling
George's films, such as 'Yavanika' and 'Irakal,' established him as one of the greatest directors in Malayalam cinema, known for his unique narrative style
K.G. George is survived by his wife, renowned playback singer Salma, and their two children
Malayalam cinema mourns the loss of a visionary filmmaker whose contributions continue to shape the industry
We bid farewell to K.G. George, a luminary of Malayalam cinema, whose storytelling prowess will be cherished for generations to come