The veteran Malayalam filmmaker KG George has passed away at the age of 77. He breathed his last at an old age home in Kakkanad, Ernakulam, today, September 24.
Widely regarded as one of the most accomplished filmmakers in Malayalam cinema, KG George was known for his exceptional ability to explore the full potential of the medium.
Winner of the JC Daniel award, Kerala government's highest honor for those who work in the film industry, KG George was known for his offbeat films and often feminist themes.
KG George’s funeral is likely to be held on Tuesday, he breathed his last on Sunday. Soon after the news broke, several celebs and politicians took to their social media handles to pay tribute to the filmmaker.