The Malayalam film industry is mourning the loss of veteran actress Kaviyoor Ponnamma, who passed away at the age of 79. She breathed her last at a private hospital in Kochi, Kerala, where she had been admitted a few days earlier due to health issues.
Superstar Mohanlal, who played Kaviyoor Ponnamma's on-screen son in numerous films like ‘Kireedam’, ‘Vietnam Colony’, ‘Dasharatham’, and ‘Bharatham’, was heartbroken upon hearing of her passing. In a heartfelt note shared on Facebook, Mohanlal expressed that he never had to 'act' as her son, as he was truly 'living' those roles.
He also posted a touching photo of her affectionately kissing him. Mammootty similarly shared a lovely picture of her giving him a kiss on the cheek in tribute.
Actor Suresh Gopi turned emotional as he paid tribute to veteran actress Kaviyoor Ponnamma.
The Women in Cinema Collective (WCC) also honoured her, stating, "Known for her motherly roles in Malayalam cinema, Kaviyoor Ponnamma lit up the screen for 65 years, winning numerous awards, including the Kerala State Award." They praised her remarkable career despite many challenges.
The Film Employees Federation of Kerala (FEFKA) Directors Union celebrated her legacy, noting her over 700 films and four Kerala State Film Awards during her six-decade-long career.
