National Award-winning Malayalam actor Salim Kumar was admitted to a private hospital in Kochi on Saturday after experiencing health complications and is currently on ventilator support, according to hospital authorities. The actor was rushed to the hospital earlier in the day following a sudden deterioration in his health. Officials said that a detailed medical update on his condition would be shared later.
Health Concerns That Salim Kumar Had Spoken About Earlier
Over the years, Salim Kumar has candidly discussed his struggles with liver-related health complications. The actor had previously shared that he was diagnosed with liver cirrhosis and stressed that the condition was hereditary in nature rather than the result of alcohol consumption.
He had also spoken about the difficult personal journey that accompanied the illness, recalling the isolation and challenges he experienced while coping with the condition.
A Celebrated Figure In Malayalam Cinema
Salim Kumar is widely regarded as one of the most versatile talents in the Malayalam film industry. Known for his work as an actor, mimicry artist and filmmaker, he has remained an active presence in cinema through a steady stream of projects across different genres.
Throughout his career, he earned recognition for his ability to move effortlessly between comedy and emotionally layered performances, building a reputation as one of Malayalam cinema's most distinctive performers.
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National Award-Winning Performance
The actor's career reached a major milestone when he received the National Film Award for Best Actor in 2010 for his performance in Adaminte Makan Abu. The film also secured the Kerala State Film Award that year, further cementing its place in Malayalam cinema.
In the years that followed, Salim Kumar successfully transitioned into character-driven roles, adding another dimension to an already accomplished career and continuing to leave a lasting impact on audiences.
(With inputs from PTI)