Director Sangeeth Sivan passes away
The Malayalam film industry mourns the passing of Sangeeth Sivan, one of its most esteemed directors, who passed away today (May 8) in Mumbai. Sangeeth Sivan made significant contributions to both the Malayalam and Hindi film industries.
Born into a family deeply rooted in cinema, Sangeeth Sivan was the eldest son of filmmaker Sivan, with brothers Santosh Sivan and Sanjeev Sivan also making their mark in the industry.
Sivan’s directorial journey began with the Malayalam film ‘Vyooham,’ which garnered attention for its innovative storytelling. However, it was his 1992 masterpiece ‘Yodha’ that propelled Sangeeth Sivan to widespread acclaim, firmly establishing him as a leading director in Malayalam cinema.Sangeeth Sivan’s collaborations with the legendary actor Mohanlal in iconic films such as ‘Nirnayam,’ ‘Yodha,’ and ‘Gandharvam’ amassed a cult following. Venturing into Bollywood, he directed his first Hindi film, ‘Zor,’ featuring Sunny Deol.
Sivan continued to pursue his creative vision, directing projects like Jackie Shroff’s ‘Sandhya’ and Pantaloon’s ‘Chura Liyaa Hai Tumne.’ Known for their distinctive narrative style and compelling storytelling, his films garnered a dedicated fan base. His most recent directorial endeavor was the TV series ‘Bhram’.
