Renowned South director and screenwriter Harikumar passed away on Monday at the age of 70. The ace director was battling cancer, and after a long fight, he took his last breath at a private hospital in Thiruvananthapuram, where he had been receiving treatment.

His demise has come as a shock to the Malayalam film industry. With exceptional talent, he crafted around 20 films in his career. From writing screenplays and delivering strong dialogues to directing films that resonate with the public, Harikumar excelled in all sectors.

Harikumar's journey in the cinema world