Legendary Malayalam Director M.T. Vasudevan Nair Suffers Cardiac Arrest; 91-Year Hospitalised In Critical Condition

Acclaimed Malayalam writer and director MT Vasudevan Nair has been admitted to Baby Memorial Hospital in Kozhikode in critical condition with a diagnosis of heart failure. The bulletin from the hospital said that the 91-year-old author is under the care of a multidisciplinary team of specialists, including cardiologists and critical care experts. He is currently receiving intensive medical support, to optimize cardiac function and stabilize vital parameters. The medical team treating him is closely monitoring the situation and providing care as needed.

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, Mathrubhumi Literary Award and O. N. V. Literary Award. He has directed seven films and written the screenplay for around 54 films.M T Vasudevan Nair popularly known as M T is a prolific and versatile writer in modern Malayalam literature, and screenplay writer and film director.