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Tamil Filmmaker Vikram Sugumaran Dies at 47 Following Cardiac Arrest on Bus

Fans have flooded social media with condolences for the filmmaker known for his hard-hitting rural dramas.

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Overview

  • He suffered a sudden cardiac arrest aboard a bus from Madurai to Chennai after pitching a new script and was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital on June 2.
  • Sugumaran began his career under director Balu Mahendra and earned acclaim with his 2013 debut Madha Yaanai Kootam, praised for its raw portrayal of caste and village life.
  • His most recent film, 2023’s Raavana Kottam starring Shanthnu Bhagyaraj, addressed social themes but failed to connect with a broader audience.
  • At the time of his death he was developing Therum Porum, leaving the director’s final project without a clear path forward.
  • He is survived by his wife and children in Chennai and has been remembered online for his integrity and authentic storytelling voice.