The Malayalam film industry is mourning the loss of veteran actor and production controller Kannan Pattambi, who passed away late on January 4 at the age of 62 after battling a prolonged kidney-related illness.
According to close family sources, the respected industry professional breathed his last at 11:41 PM at his residence in Njangattiri, Palakkad.
The tragic news was confirmed by his elder brother, renowned filmmaker Major Ravi, who shared an emotional tribute on social media.
Major Ravi’s Emotional Tribute
Taking to Facebook, Major Ravi wrote:
“My dear younger brother Kannan Pattambi, who worked as a film production controller, passed away at 11:41 PM last night. The funeral will be held at his residence in Njangattiri today at 4 PM. My brother has left for his heavenly abode. Om Shanti.”
His post was soon flooded with condolences from colleagues, fans, and members of the Malayalam film fraternity.
A Career Spanning Three Decades
Though he largely remained away from the limelight, Kannan Pattambi played a crucial role in shaping many major Malayalam film productions over nearly three decades. Balancing both on-screen performances and behind-the-scenes production responsibilities, he was widely respected for ensuring the smooth execution of several high-profile projects.
He appeared in approximately 23 Malayalam films, including:
- Pulimurugan — one of Malayalam cinema’s biggest blockbusters
- 12th Man
- Odiya
- Ananthabhadram
- Vettam
- Keerthichakra
- Punaradhivasam
- Crazy Gopalan
- Kandahar
Beyond acting, he made invaluable contributions in the production department, collaborating with acclaimed filmmakers such as Shaji Kailas, Santosh Sivan, V. K. Prakash, K. J. Bose, Anil Medayil, and several others.
Industry Pays Tribute
Colleagues describe Pattambi as a dedicated professional whose quiet commitment strengthened countless film projects. His passing leaves a significant void in Malayalam cinema’s production community.
May his soul rest in peace.
