MT Vasudevan Nair: Celebrated Indian author and screenwriter dies at 91
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MT Vasudevan Nair: Celebrated Indian author and screenwriter dies at 91

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Madath Thekkepat Vasudevan Nair’s seven-decade career spanned literature, journalism and film, leaving a lasting impact on India’s cultural landscape. Nair’s debut novel Naalukettu, meaning the legacy, about the decline of the traditional joint family in post-Independent India is considered a classic in Malayalam literature and won Nair his first Kerala Sahitya Akademi award in 1959, when he was only 25. “Saddened by the passing away of Shri MT Vasudevan Nair Ji, one of the most respected figures in Malayalam cinema and literature,” prime minister Narendra Modi said. Om Shanti.” Kerala’s chief minister, Pinarayi Vijayan, posted on X: “With MT Vasudevan Nair’s passing, we have lost a doyen of Malayalam literature who elevated our language to global heights.

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Renowned Malayalam journalist and writer S Jayachandran Nair dies at 85 - Kerala News
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Renowned Malayalam journalist and writer S Jayachandran Nair dies at 85 - Kerala News

India Today  

Malayalam writer and senior journalist, S Jayachandran Nair, known for reshaping Malayalam magazine journalism died on Thursday at the age of 85 at his residence in Bengaluru. Nair also wrote the script for the critically acclaimed film Piravi, directed by Shaji N Karun, which won several awards. Nair was honoured with several accolades throughout his career, including the K Balakrishnan …

Malayalam TV actor Dileep Sankar found dead in hotel room during shooting break - What you need to know
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Malayalam TV actor Dileep Sankar found dead in hotel room during shooting break - What you need to know

Live Mint  

Malayalam TV actor Dileep Sankar was found dead in an hotel room in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday. As per news reports, Dileep's co-actors had reportedly tried contacting him on his phone but received no response. Renowned writer MT Vasudevan Nair passes away at 91 Renowned writer, Jnanpith Awarde and Padma Bhushan Awarde, MT Vasudevan Nair, passed away at a private hospital …

M.T. Vasudevan Nair | No other writer captured Malayali life in such totality, says author Sarah Joseph
1 week, 3 days ago

M.T. Vasudevan Nair | No other writer captured Malayali life in such totality, says author Sarah Joseph

The Hindu  

Vasudevan Nair was not just a writer; he was a master storyteller who captured the heart and soul of Malayali life with unmatched depth and clarity. His writings have offered an exceptional portrayal of Kerala’s history and culture, reflecting not only the spirit of the people but also the sweeping societal transformations over the years. The transformation of the traditional …

M.T. Vasudevan Nair | I am glad I could create memorable films with M.T., says filmmaker Hariharan
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M.T. Vasudevan Nair | I am glad I could create memorable films with M.T., says filmmaker Hariharan

The Hindu  

Vasudevan Nair has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my long career in cinema. The film became a big hit, and it proved that artistic films could enjoy box-office success as well. I am glad that together we could make some of the most celebrated films in Malayalam, like Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha, Amrutham Gamaya, Parinayam and Panchagni. It …

MT Vasudevan Nair: Writer Sethu on his mentor
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MT Vasudevan Nair: Writer Sethu on his mentor

The Hindu  

It is very difficult to scribble a few lines on M.T. When he finished writing, he was not sure whether it was a kind of ‘reportage’ or a story, since it was not easy to group human sufferings into a particular compartment. Anyway, he decided to take the plunge and had the gumption to mail it to the Editor of …

MT, a legendary Malayalam writer who created timeless classics
1 week, 4 days ago

MT, a legendary Malayalam writer who created timeless classics

Deccan Chronicle  

Kozhikode: Noted writer and Jnanpith award winner MT Vasudevan Nair, who died here on Wednesday evening, is known for elevating the art of Malayalam storytelling to a profound level through his works. The 91-year-old writer had been hospitalised in critical condition with a diagnosis of heart failure.He was suffering several health issues including resipratory ailments for a while, according to …

M.T. Vasudevan Nair Death: Malayalam Film Industry Pays Homage To The Celebrated Indian Author
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1 week, 4 days ago

M.T. Vasudevan Nair Death: Malayalam Film Industry Pays Homage To The Celebrated Indian Author

ABP News  

Prominent figures from the Malayalam film industry including Mammootty, Mohan Lal and Manju Warrier paid their final respects to legendary M T Vasudevan Nair, who died here on December 25. When I held him after he stumbled during a programme in Ernakulam four-five months ago, I felt like I was holding my father.” Veteran actor and filmmaker Kamal Haasan, who …

MT Vasudevan Nair and the sorcery of the river Nila
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MT Vasudevan Nair and the sorcery of the river Nila

The Hindu  

Vasudevan Nair, whose death is mourned by tens of thousands of Keralites across the globe, was a writer who defied easy categorisation. Dubbed as a romantic egotist in his youthful days, he was seen by many as a true successor of Changampuzha, the tragically gifted lyric poet who was cut short in the prime of his life. In fact MT …

Film fraternity pays heartfelt tribute to M.T. Vasudevan Nair
1 week, 4 days ago

Film fraternity pays heartfelt tribute to M.T. Vasudevan Nair

The Hindu  

Prominent figures from the Malayalam film industry, including Mammootty, Mohan Lal and Manju Warrier, paid their final respects to legendary M.T. Acting in roles penned by MT has been an unparalleled privilege.” Actor Mammootty shared a heartfelt Facebook post, expressing a deep sense of loss. “My heartfelt tribute to a great writer.” Director Hariharan, who collaborated with MT on numerous …

M.T. Vasudevan Nair death: PM Modi, President Murmu condoles the passing away of Malayalam writer
1 week, 4 days ago

M.T. Vasudevan Nair death: PM Modi, President Murmu condoles the passing away of Malayalam writer

The Hindu  

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday condoled the death of towering Malayalam literary figure M T Vasudevan Nair. “With the demise of Shri M T Vasudevan Nair, renowned Malayalam writer, the world of literature has become poorer. Modi said Nair was one of the most respected figures in Malayalam cinema and literature. Nair, the great literary …

M.T. Vasudevan Nair: A complete coverage on his life and times
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M.T. Vasudevan Nair: A complete coverage on his life and times

The Hindu  

Vasudevan Nair, one of India’s greatest writers of all time, died in Kozhikode, Kerala, at a private hospital on December 25, 2024. M.T.’s first break in literature came when Valarthumrigangal, one of his short stories set against the backdrop of a circus written during college days, won the first prize in a competition conducted by the New York Herald Tribune, …

Legendary Malayalam writer MT Vasudevan Nair dies
1 week, 4 days ago

Legendary Malayalam writer MT Vasudevan Nair dies

Deccan Chronicle  

Renowned writer, Jnanpith Awardee and Padma Bhushan Awardee, MT Vasudevan Nair, passed away at a private hospital in Kerala's Kozhikode on Wednesday at the age of 91.Vasudevan Nair, popularly known as MT, is regarded as one of the most successful writers of novels and screenplays in Malayalam. He also wrote essays, short stories, travelogues and even directed films.Following his demise, …

MT Vasudevan Nair dies at 91. Who was he? Renowned Malayalam writer, director and Padma Bhushan Awardee
1 week, 4 days ago

MT Vasudevan Nair dies at 91. Who was he? Renowned Malayalam writer, director and Padma Bhushan Awardee

Live Mint  

MT Vasudevan Nair, noted Malayalam writer and Jnanpith awardee, passed away at a private hospital in Kerala's Kozhikode on Wednesday, December 25. The Kerala government declared official mourning on December 26-27 to honour MT Vasudevan Nair, as per a statement from the Chief Minister's Office. Popularly known as MT, Vasudevan Nair was a renowned writer, Jnanpith and Padma Bhushan awardee. …

MT Vasudevan Nair dies at 91: PM Modi, Kamal Haasan and others pay tribute
1 week, 4 days ago

MT Vasudevan Nair dies at 91: PM Modi, Kamal Haasan and others pay tribute

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and actors Mammootty and Kamal Haasan expressed their sorrow over Malayalam director and writer MT Vasudevan's death. pic.twitter.com/gQQ3WRJeZt — Mammootty December 25, 2024 Apart from them, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, too, mourned MT's loss and wrote on X: Saddened by the passing away of Shri MT Vasudevan Nair Ji, one of the most respected figures in …

M.T. Vasudevan Nair: The pen that influenced a society and culture
1 week, 4 days ago

M.T. Vasudevan Nair: The pen that influenced a society and culture

The Hindu  

True greatness lies in volume. He held them out in both his hands and told the stunned writer: “You must take it, please don’t say you won’t.” M.T. Think of this as that kind of a gesture.” Que up for scripts Among M.T.’s biggest fans were the biggest directors of Malayalam cinema, who would be willing to queue up for …

M.T. Vasudevan Nair death: Kerala government declares a two-day mourning
1 week, 4 days ago

M.T. Vasudevan Nair death: Kerala government declares a two-day mourning

The Hindu  

The Kerala government has declared a state of mourning on December 26 and 27 as a mark of respect to the deceased writer, M.T. Vasudevan Nair, popularly known as MT, who put his indelible stamp on Malayalam literature and perhaps changed its course through his critically acclaimed novels, insightful film scripts, short stories and journalistic pieces. In his condolence message, …

M.T. Vasudevan Nair, a colossus of screenwriting
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M.T. Vasudevan Nair, a colossus of screenwriting

The Hindu  

The angry oracle of Nirmalyam, spitting blood at an idol as a protest against his poverty-ridden life, does not have much in common with Krishna Kurup of Oru Cheru Punchiri, a retired man content with his life and sharing a rare bond with his partner Ammalukutty. Menon’s Olavum Theeravum, which MT wrote based on his short story, became a precursor …

M.T. Vasudevan Nair, renowned author, dies at 91 | A life in pictures
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M.T. Vasudevan Nair, renowned author, dies at 91 | A life in pictures

The Hindu  

Vasudevan Nair, popularly known as MT, was widely regarded as the presiding deity of Malayalam literature up until his demise. Writer M.T.Vasudevan Nair looking on photograph exhibited as part of a Photo exhibition about him" M.T- Chitram, Charithram" at Lalithakala Academy art gallery in Kozhikode in 2015.` MT Vasudevan Nair with his daughter Aswathi at the shore of river Chaliyar, …

M.T. Vasudevan Nair: A life that touched Malayalam literature and cinema
1 week, 4 days ago

M.T. Vasudevan Nair: A life that touched Malayalam literature and cinema

The Hindu  

Madath Thekkeppat Vasudevan Nair was born in Koodallur, a village in the erstwhile Ponnani taluk in the Malabar district, which was part of the British Madras Presidency, on July 15, 1933. M.T.’s first break in literature came when Valarthumrigangal, one of his short stories set against the backdrop of a circus written during college days, won the first prize in …

Noted Malayalam writer M T Vasudevan Nair dies at 91
1 week, 4 days ago

Noted Malayalam writer M T Vasudevan Nair dies at 91

Live Mint  

Noted writer and Jnanpith Award winner M T Vasudevan Nair, who had been undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Kozhikode following heart failure, has died, hospital sources said on Wednesday. MT's literary achievements earned him the Jnanpith Award in 1995, India's highest literary honour, as well as numerous other accolades, including the Kendra Sahitya Akademi Award, Kerala Sahitya Akademi …

Veteran Malayalam writer MT Vasudevan Nair dies at 91
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Veteran Malayalam writer MT Vasudevan Nair dies at 91

Hindustan Times  

Noted writer and Jnanpith Award winner M T Vasudevan Nair, who had been undergoing treatment at a private hospital here following heart failure, has died, hospital sources said on Wednesday. MT's literary achievements earned him the Jnanpith Award in 1995, India's highest literary honour, as well as numerous other accolades, including the Kendra Sahitya Akademi Award, Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award, …

M.T. Vasudevan Nair, doyen of Malayalam literature and cinema, passes away
1 week, 4 days ago

M.T. Vasudevan Nair, doyen of Malayalam literature and cinema, passes away

The Hindu  

Vasudevan Nair, one of India’s greatest writers of all time, died in Kozhikode at a private hospital on Wednesday. He was also an exceptional scriptwriter who revolutionised the art of screenplay writing in Malayalam cinema and authored several landmark films. A few months ago, an anthology of films called Manorathangal, adapted from his short stories, was released on OTT. championed …

MT Vasudevan Nair dies: Padma Bhushan to Sahitya Akademi to Jnanpith, full list of awards and honours
1 week, 5 days ago

MT Vasudevan Nair dies: Padma Bhushan to Sahitya Akademi to Jnanpith, full list of awards and honours

India TV News  

Kerala's famous writer MT Vasudevan Nair died on Wednesday. Let's have a look at his awards list 1958: Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award for Novel 'Naalukettu' 1982: Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award for Drama 'Gopura Nadayil' 1994: Muttathu Varkey Award, an annual literary honour for exceptional contributions to Malayalam literature. 1995: Jnanpith Award, the oldest and the highest Indian literary award presented …

MT Vasudevan Nair dies: From Nirmalyam to Oru Cheru Punchiri, check filmography of doyen of Malayalam cinema
1 week, 5 days ago

MT Vasudevan Nair dies: From Nirmalyam to Oru Cheru Punchiri, check filmography of doyen of Malayalam cinema

India TV News  

MT Vasudevan Nair dies: Malayalam author and screenplay writer MT Vasudevan Nair passed at the age of 91 due to heart failure on Wednesday. He directed seven films and wrote the screenplay of more than 54 films including Nirmalyam, Neelathamara, Manorathangal, Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja, Oru Cheru Punchiri, Sukrutham, Athirthikal, Thrishna, Manninte Maril and many others. Films directed by MT …

MT Vasudevan Nair, legendary Malayalam writer-director, dies at 91
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MT Vasudevan Nair, legendary Malayalam writer-director, dies at 91

India Today  

MT Vasudevan Nair, a legendary stalwart of Malayalam literature, died on Wednesday at the age of 91, while undergoing treatment after suffering a cardiac arrest earlier this month. Popularly called MT, the master of novels, short stories, screenplays, children's literature, travel writing, and essays, was awarded the Padma Bhushan, the country's third-highest civilian award, and the Jnanpith, the highest literary …

MT Vasudevan Nair, Malayalam literature and cinema legend, dies at 91 due to cardiac arrest
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1 week, 5 days ago

MT Vasudevan Nair, Malayalam literature and cinema legend, dies at 91 due to cardiac arrest

India TV News  

Malayalam author and screenplay writer MT Vasudevan Nair died at the age of 91. Kerala Government declares official mourning To commemorate the passing of Malayalam author MT Vasudevan Nair, the Kerala government has proclaimed official mourning for December 26 and 27. His contribution to the Malayalam Film Industry MT Vasudevan Nair also contributed to Malayalam cinema. MT was born in …

Malayalam writer M.T. Vasudevan Nair suffers heart failure, in critical condition
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Malayalam writer M.T. Vasudevan Nair suffers heart failure, in critical condition

The Hindu  

Renowned writer and Malayalam director M.T. According to the initial medical bulletin released by the hospital, the diagnosis is heart failure and is receiving intensive medical support, to optimize cardiac function and stabilize vital parameters. Saseendran said doctors treating Vasudevan Nair at a private hospital in Kozhikode would issue a medical bulletin later in the day. Earlier, Tourism Minister Muhammad …

Noted writer MT Vasudevan Nair hospitalised, in critical condition
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Noted writer MT Vasudevan Nair hospitalised, in critical condition

New Indian Express  

Acclaimed writer MT Vasudevan Nair has been admitted to Baby Memorial Hospital in Kozhikode in critical condition with a diagnosis of heart failure. Vasudevan Nair is a prolific writer in Malayalam literature as well as a screenplay writer and director. He has won numerous awards from the Kerala government including Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award, Vayalar Award, Vallathol Award, Ezhuthachan Award, …

PROFILE | M.T. Vasudevan Nair at 90: Maverick maestro of words and frames
1 year, 5 months ago

PROFILE | M.T. Vasudevan Nair at 90: Maverick maestro of words and frames

The Hindu  

Published : Jul 26, 2023 16:37 IST - 10 MINS READ M.T. MT as scriptwriter and filmmaker MT entered the world of films in the mid-1960s when Malayalam cinema was on the cusp of change; it was struggling to find its own narrative styles and visual idiom, and surviving as a popular medium and industry. The notable films of this …

M.T. Vasudevan Nair | A legend who straddles twin worlds of literature and cinema like nobody else
1 year, 5 months ago

M.T. Vasudevan Nair | A legend who straddles twin worlds of literature and cinema like nobody else

The Hindu  

For a language that is relatively young, Malayalam has produced some of India’s greatest literature. When we think of those timeless works in literature and cinema, we will find one name associated with many of them. What do you gain from a war, besides creating widows?” Randamoozham is undoubtedly a significant novel, one of the best in Indian literature. Malayalam …

Veteran Journalist G Sekharan Nair Passes Away At 75
1 year, 10 months ago

Veteran Journalist G Sekharan Nair Passes Away At 75

ABP News  

Veteran journalist and former Thiruvananthapuram bureau chief of "Mathrubhumi" Daily, G Sekharan Nair passed away at a private hospital, news agency PTI quoted his family members as saying. Sekharan Nair's career as a journalist, according to Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan, was a profound reflection of his dedication to the profession and society. Hon'ble Governor Shri Arif Mohammed Khan said:"Heartfelt …

Veteran theatreperson Thankam Vasudevan Nair’s birth centenary falls today
3 years, 5 months ago

Veteran theatreperson Thankam Vasudevan Nair’s birth centenary falls today

The Hindu  

Thankam Vasudevan Nair spent her twilight years trudging between oblivion and memory. The wedding took place despite the protests.” During the early days of their marriage, Thankam’s involvement with drama was restricted to assisting female actors during rehearsals. The first performance was round the corner and everyone was anxious.” It was then that Vasudevan Nair and his friend Gopala Pillai, …

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