MT Vasudevan Nair, the legendary figure of Malayalam literature and a Jnanpith Award recipient, passed away at the age of 91 at a private hospital in Kozhikode, Kerala. Known affectionately as MT, he is regarded as one of the most influential writers in Malayalam and served as the editor of Mathrubhumi Weekly,

M T's extensive body of work during a career spanning seven decades included nine novels, 19 collections of short stories, six film directions, 54 screenplays, and several collections of essays and memoirs.

Prominent Malayalam film industry figures mourn the passing of MT Vasudevan Nair on December 25. Known for his work as a screenwriter, director, and producer, MT's legacy in literature and cinema is celebrated by actors like Mohanlal and Mammootty,

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan condoled MT Vasudevan Nair’s demise and wrote on X, “With MT Vasudevan Nair’s passing, we’ve lost a doyen of Malayalam literature who elevated our language to global heights.

M T Vasudevan Nair’s works drew inspiration from the agrarian life along the banks of the river Nila, where he spent his childhood in an upper-caste Nair family

Kozhikode: The mortal remains of Malayalam literary giant, M.T. Vasudevan Nair, were consigned flames here on Thursday. The final rites began at his residence, 'Sithara,' around 3:30 pm and concluded at 4 pm,