Superstar Rajinikanth has expressed deep shock and sorrow over the passing of his close friend, Sreenivasan. He paid a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Malayalam actor, director, and screenwriter, describing him as “an excellent actor and a very good human being.”
Rajinikanth stated, “It is shocking to know that my good friend Sreenivasan is no more. He was my classmate in Film Institute. (An) Excellent actor and (a) very good human being. Let his soul rest in peace.”
Tributes have been pouring in from various sections of society, transcending regions and languages.
Actress Aparna Das shared her condolence message on Instagram, saying, “Praying to God to give his family all the strength. I was fortunate to enter the world of cinema through his script. He was truly a legend, yet remained a simple and grounded human being. The way he raised his children reflects the values he lived by. I have always felt a special affection for his family, though I cannot quite explain why. May his soul rest in eternal peace. My prayers are with them.”
Actor Prithviraj took to Instagram to convey his sentiments, stating, “Adieu to one of the greatest ever writer/director/actor! Thank you for the laughs and the thoughts! Rest in peace, legend!”
Oscar-winning sound designer Resul Pookutty wrote, “A face we will never forget, a voice we will never be tired of hearing; the void that you left will never be filled. It’s our collective loss of a voice that constantly tried to converse with us and shown us a world that was ‘different’—in his own inimitable way. #RIPSreenivasan”
Sreenivasan, an icon of Malayalam cinema, was known for both his powerful writing and remarkable acting. He passed away at the Trippunithura Taluk Hospital, where he had been receiving treatment for age-related illness, at the age of 69.
He is survived by his wife, Vimala, and his sons, Vineeth Sreenivasan, an acclaimed director, actor, and singer, and Dhyan Sreenivasan, a popular actor.
Over an impressive 48-year career, Sreenivasan left an indelible mark on Malayalam cinema, influencing its storytelling through incisive humor, social satire, and deeply human characters.
As a versatile actor, he appeared in nearly 225 films, skillfully portraying both comedic and leading roles, often embodying the flawed everyman with unmatched authenticity.