Tamil filmmaker Vikram Sugumaran passed away at the age of 47 following a cardiac arrest on Monday. Reports indicate that the director was travelling by bus from Madurai to Chennai when he suffered a heart attack. Despite being promptly admitted to a hospital, doctors were unable to revive him. Vikram Sugumaran’s remains were brought to his home in Chennai.
Tributes pour in for Vikram Sugumaran
Tributes have poured in from the Tamil film fraternity, with many expressing their grief and sharing heartfelt memories. Actor Shanthnu Bhagyaraj took to X (formerly Twitter) to share a series of photographs with the director, writing, “#Rip dearest brother @VikramSugumara3 I’ve learnt so much from you & will always cherish every moment. Gone too soon. You will be missed #RIPVikramSugumaran.”
Kayal Devaraj remebers Sugumaran
Actor Kayal Devaraj also paid his respects in a message on X, mentioning that Vikram Sugumaran’s remains were brought to his home in Chennai and later buried in a local cemetery. He wrote, “I really couldn’t believe this news.”
About Vikram Sugumaran
Vikram Sugumaran started his career in cinema under the mentorship of the renowned Balu Mahendra, working as an assistant director. In 2013, he made his directorial debut with 'Madha Yaanai Kootam', a gritty village drama that garnered critical acclaim for its hard-hitting portrayal of rural life.
After a brief hiatus, Vikram made a comeback in 2023 with 'Raavana Kottam', featuring Shanthnu, Anandhi, Prabhu, and Ilavarasu. However, despite high expectations, the film struggled to make a mark at the box office.