'Kanguva' Editor Nishadh Yusuf found dead in Kochi apartment; Details Inside

Nishadh Yusuf, acclaimed film editor known for his work in Malayalam and Tamil cinema, was found dead in his Kochi apartment at Panampilly Nagar early Wednesday morning. His body was discovered around 2 a.m., with police suspecting suicide, although the exact circumstances remain under investigation.

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Condolences from FEFKA and the Industry

The Film Employees Federation of Kerala (FEFKA) confirmed Yusuf’s passing with a heartfelt tribute, expressing shock at his sudden demise and highlighting his significant contributions to the evolving Malayalam cinema. "The unexpected demise of Nishadh Yusuf is a loss that the film world will struggle to accept," FEFKA's post read.

Career Highlights and Contributions

Yusuf’s editing work spanned a variety of celebrated films, including Thallumaala, Unda, One, Saudi Vellakka, and Adios Amigos. He won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Editor in 2022 for Thallumaala, an action-comedy featuring Tovino Thomas and Kalyani Priyadarshan. Yusuf also had several upcoming projects, such as Bazooka, starring Mammootty, and Kanguva, a major film directed by Siva and starring Suriya, Bobby Deol, and Disha Patani.

Personal Life

A native of Haripad in Kerala's Alappuzha district, Nishadh Yusuf is survived by his wife and two children.

His sudden passing has left the industry in shock, with fans and colleagues mourning the loss of a talented artist whose work resonated deeply within Indian cinema.

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