Legacy of S Jayachandran Nair: A Literary Beacon Extinguished

S Jayachandran Nair, an influential Malayalam journalist and author, passed away at 85 in Bengaluru. Known for his literary and film critiques, Nair authored many books, including an award-winning autobiography and a study on filmmaker G Aravindan. His passing is mourned by the literary community.

S Jayachandran Nair, a distinguished name in Malayalam journalism and literature, passed away in Bengaluru on Thursday. Nair, 85, succumbed to age-related ailments, leaving behind a legacy of profound literary and cultural contributions.

Nair's career was marked by an impressive portfolio of literary works and journalistic excellence. Among his notable accomplishments are the award-winning autobiography 'Ente Pradakshina Vazhikal' and 'Mounaprararthana Pole,' a study of the esteemed filmmaker G Aravindan. His expertise extended to scriptwriting, contributing significantly to the acclaimed film Piravi.

Hailing from Sreevaraham, Thiruvananthapuram, Nair began his noteworthy career with Kaumudi weekly and eventually became the editor of Samakalika Malayalam Weekly. His passing is a substantial loss to the fields of literature, cinema, and journalism, remarked Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

(With inputs from agencies.)