Nishadh Yusuf, Known for ‘Thallumaala’ and ‘Operation Java’, Found Dead in Kochi Apartment; Police Suspect Suicide
Renowned film editor Nishadh Yusuf was tragically found dead in an apartment in Kochi on Wednesday morning. Police suspect that his death may be a suicide, though further details are awaited. Yusuf was a talented editor, known for his work on critically acclaimed films like 'Thallumaala' and 'Unda'. His untimely demise is a significant loss to the Indian film industry.
Noted film editor Nishadh Yusuf was found dead in an apartment here in the early hours of Wednesday, police said. He was found at around 2 am in an apartment in Panampilly Nagar. A police officer said that the incident is suspected to be a case of suicide. He, however, did not provide further details. Kaviyoor Ponnamma Dies at 79: From ‘Sandesam’ to ‘Kireedam’, 7 Most Loved ‘Mother’ Roles of the Late Actress That Remain Eternally Etched in Our Hearts.
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Film Editor Nishadh Yusuf Passes Away
He won the Best Editor State Award for his work on Thallumaala. Upcoming releases edited by Nishad include Bazooka starring actor Mammootty and the Tamil film Kanguva featuring Suriya.