Debutant Malayalam director Baiju Paravur passes away ahead of his film’s release; family suspects food poisoning

What: In a tragic turn of events, 42 year old Malayalam production controller and filmmaker Baiju Paravur passed away on Monday. He was working on his directorial debut film ‘Secret’ when things took a turn for the worse.

Furthermore: As per reports, Baiju had consumed a meal at a hotel in Kozhikode. While he was busy in discussions, he began to feel some discomfort. He returned to Kunnamkulam and visited his wife’s house, where he also saw a doctor for fever and physical discomfort. He then returned to his home in Paravur on Sunday. His condition however kept deteriorating and he was admitted to Kuzhupilli and then to a private hospital in Kochi. Sadly he passed away on Monday morning.

We say: Our condolences to his family and friends. RIP.

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