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Renowned Malayalam filmmaker K G George passed away at the age of 78. He suffered a stroke five years ago and had been facing difficulties in recent months. Condolences flooded in from various quarters, including politicians and actors. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan described George s death as an irreparable loss to the Malayalam film industry.
With his audacious exploration of modern themes that were largely untouched at the time in the Malayalam film industry, George was seen as a pioneer who ventured into uncharted territory by putting the focus on issues such as patriarchy, and delving into the complexities of contemporary life.
T V Chandran, an eminent filmmaker, has been chosen as the 30th recipient of the J C Daniel Award for 2022, honouring his contributions to Malayalam cinema. The award, announced by the Kerala Government, includes a statuette, citation, and a purse worth Rs 5 lakh.