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Malayalam filmmaker R Sarath dies at 63

4 sourcesUpdated 7 Sept 2026, 2:25 am Coverage regionsGlobal
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R Sarath has died at a private hospital in Thiruvananthapuram at 63.

He was known for Malayalam films including Sayahnam and Sthithi.

Reports say his career also included documentaries and multimedia projects.

He received multiple national and state awards during his career.

Why it mattersHis death closes a notable career in Malayalam documentary and feature filmmaking, affecting cultural memory and tributes to his national and state award-winning work.
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One report notes his early documentary work included discovering rare murals by Raja Ravi Varma during the making of The Painted Epics.

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Both reports agree that R Sarath died at 63 in a private hospital in Thiruvananthapuram and highlight his work in Malayalam cinema.

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This view focuses on R Sarath passes away at 63; filmmaker known for 'Sayahnam', 'Sthithi'; won several national and state hon. It also highlights Renowned Malayalam filmmaker R Sarath passes away at 63.

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R Sarath passes away at 63; filmmaker known for 'Sayahnam', 'Sthithi'; won several national and state hon

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The Times of India reports that popular Malayalam filmmaker R Sarath has passed away at the age of 63 in a private hospital in Thiruvananthapuram. The article details his extensive career in cinema and documentaries, noting his acclaimed works such as Sayahnam and Sthithi, as well as his numerous national and state awards. Additionally, it outlines his professional background, government service, and contributions to multimedia projects.

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Renowned Malayalam filmmaker R Sarath passes away at 63

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Mathrubhumi English reports that prominent Malayalam film director R Sarath has died at the age of 63 at a private hospital in Thiruvananthapuram. The source highlights his notable cinematic works, including Sayahnam and Sthithi, and details his early documentary career, such as discovering rare murals by Raja Ravi Varma during the making of The Painted Epics. The article also notes his receipt of multiple prestigious state and national awards throughout his career.