For decades, Salim Kumar gave Malayalis laughter without cruelty, satire without bitterness and emotion without sentimentality. He reminded us that humour and humanity are often inseparable. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/features/specials/salim-kumar-the-man-who-taught-kerala-to-laugh-at-itself-oivqugmx?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #MalayalamCinema #Obituary #SalimKumar

Who Was Salim Kumar? National Award-Winning Malayalam Actor Dies at 56

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Director Kamal recalls Salim Kumar: ‘He came drenched in rain and said he wanted to act’ https://english.mathrubhumi.com/movies-music/news/director-kamal-reminisces-salim-kumar-acting-legacy-yyhlg19z?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #SalimKumar #Kamal #MalayalamCinema #Gramophone #KaruthaJoothan

Malayalam actor Salim Kumar, National Award winner and beloved performer, passes away at 56. Tributes pour in from across Kerala. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/multimedia/videos/malayalam-cinema-salim-kumar-dies-at-56-eq3ys9bv?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #SalimKumar #MalayalamCinema #AdaminteMakanAbu

From Pyari to Abu: The serious roles that redefined Salim Kumar's career https://english.mathrubhumi.com/movies-music/news/salim-kumar-dramatic-acting-legacy-performances-o7ozdxt6?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #SalimKumar #MalayalamCinema #AdaminteMakanAbu #AchanurangathaVeedu

By speaking openly about his experience, Kumar hoped others would not delay seeking proper medical care and fall victim to false promises. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/liver-cirrhosis-battle-when-salim-kumar-exposed-how-self-styled-ayurveda-healers-exploited-his-fears-v963xt4w?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #SalimKumar #MalayalamCinema #Kerala #medicalfraud #ayurveda

"No matter what awards you win, life can end in an ICU." Late Malayalam actor Salim Kumar viewed both his hardships and mortality through a lens of profound philosophy and wit. A look back at the man who wrapped his deep sorrows in a blanket of unforgettable laughter. Rest in peace, legend. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/movies-music/news/no-matter-what-awards-you-win-life-can-end-in-an-icu-salim-kumars-wit-on-mortality-wmxr4of6?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #SalimKumar #MalayalamCinema #Mollywood #RestInPeace

Mammootty, Mohanlal and political leaders paid tribute to National Award-winning actor Salim Kumar after his death at 56 following a prolonged battle with multiple health complications. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/movies-music/news/mammootty-mohanlal-share-emotional-tributes-to-salim-kumar-ckv4q74p?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #SalimKumar #MalayalamActor #ActorDeath #Mammootty #Mohanlal

The aim was to ensure that a person's identity could not be easily placed within existing caste structures. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/salim-kumar-name-story-kerala-anti-caste-social-reform-movement-explained-vtxp3maw?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #SalimKumar #MalayalamCinema #Kerala #reform #caste

Late Malayalam actor Salim Kumar was a rare figure in cinema who chose to remain vocal about his political beliefs. Though his open alignment with the Congress party sometimes cost him roles and professional opportunities, he never wavered. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/movies-music/news/beyond-laughter-the-distinct-political-journey-of-salim-kumar-ipcqiiqm?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #SalimKumar #MalayalamCinema #KeralaPolitics #Congress #Mollywood