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Time of India
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Raavanan Koottam' producer Kannan Ravi donates Rs 5 lakhs to late director Vikram Sugumaran's family
The Tamil film industry was struck with grief following the sudden demise of director , who passed away recently due to a heart attack. Known for his powerful directorial debut 'Madha Yaanai Koottam,' Vikram brought to screen the harsh realities of caste-based issues in southern Tamil Nadu. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Despite the film's strong message and realistic portrayal, it did not receive commercial success, which unfortunately affected his filmmaking journey. Years later, he returned with 'Raavanan Koottam' starring Shanthanu Bhagyaraj, a film that met with mixed responses. Producer Kannan Ravi donates ₹5 lakh to support the grieving family In the wake of his unexpected passing, producer Kannan Ravi, who backed 'Raavanan Koottam,' extended a kind and timely gesture to Vikram Sugumaran's grieving family. As a mark of respect and support, he donated ₹5 lakh to assist them during this difficult period. The contribution was handed over to the director's mother by Kannan Ravi's son, Deepak Ravi. The occasion was witnessed by several industry figures including actor Shanthanu Bhagyaraj, Amma Creations' , and FEFSI president and filmmaker R.K. Selvamani. Industry veterans witness the touching gesture during the cheque handover Producer Kannan Ravi expressed his deep sorrow at the loss of Vikram Sugumaran, calling him a filmmaker filled with both passion and promise. 'It's unfortunate that the industry lost such a talented director before he could fully show the extent of his creative abilities. His sudden demise is a loss we feel deeply,' he said, offering prayers for Vikram Sugumaran's soul to rest in peace. 'His family is like our own,' says Kannan Ravi as he pays tribute Speaking to the press and media, Kannan Ravi also added that Vikram Sugumaran's family is like his own, and that the 'Raavanan Koottam' team shares a bond that goes beyond just cinema. His thoughtful gesture has been widely appreciated, highlighting the solidarity and compassion that still exists in the Tamil film fraternity during times of loss.
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Ravana Kootam' producer Kannan Ravi donates Rs 5 lakh to late director Vikram Sugumaran's family
Kannan Ravi, the producer of director Vikram Sugumaran 's last released film 'Ravana Kootam', has now presented a cheque for Rs five lakh to the family members of the late director. Filmmaker Vikram Sugumaran, best known for his critically acclaimed directorial debut 'Madha Yaanai Kootam', passed away on Monday in Chennai following a cardiac arrest. He was 47. Sugumaran was on his way back from Madurai after narrating a new script to a producer when he experienced severe chest pain. Though he was rushed to a nearby hospital, doctors were unable to resuscitate him. 04:25 Kamal Haasan Faces Ban in Karnataka Over Kannada Language Row, Minister Demands Apology | Thug Life The Tamil film industry was left in deep shock following the sudden and unexpected demise of director Vikram Sugumaran, known for his distinct voice and storytelling. It is under these circumstances that producer Kannan Ravi, who had produced Vikram Sugumaran's last film 'Raavana Kottam', donated a sum of Rs Five lakhs to the late filmmaker's family as a token of support during this time of irreparable loss. The cheque was handed over to Vikram Sugumaran's mother. The Ravana Kootam team also offered their condolences and expressed solidarity with the grieving family. The cheque was presented in the presence of notable industry figures including actor Shanthanu Bhagyaraj, Amma Creations T. Siva, and FEFSI President Director R.K. Selvamani. Speaking about Vikram Sugumaran's loss, producer Kannan Ravi said, "It's deeply disheartening for us to process the sudden loss of director Vikram Sugumaran. He was a remarkably talented and passionate filmmaker, whose ideas and vision stood out. It's truly unfortunate that the industry has lost him before we could see the full extent of his brilliance. My prayers go out to his family and loved ones. May his soul rest in peace. The Raavana Kottam team will always consider his family as our own." Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
