Renowned mimicry artist and actor Kottayam Somaraj passes away at 62

The entertainment industry mourns the loss of a talented artist as renowned mimicry artist and actor Kottayam Somaraj breathed his last on Friday at the age of 62.

Somaraj's demise occurred at the Kottayam Medical College hospital, where he had been receiving treatment for a stomach-related ailment in the past few days.

Throughout his illustrious career, Somaraj made significant contributions to both television and stage programs as a screenwriter. His creative prowess extended to the big screen, where he penned the screenplay and dialogues for the film 'Indrapuranam,' directed by Karumadi Rajendran.

In addition to his behind-the-scenes work, Somaraj showcased his acting skills in several notable films, leaving an everlasting mark on the Malayalam cinema industry. Even though Somaraj may not be a popular figure in the Malayalam film industry, one will never forget the actor who put a smile on the audience's faces with his one-liner comedy dialogues and performances in comedy skits.

His charming performances in movies such as 'Anchara Kalyanam,' 'Kannaki,' 'Phantom,' 'Bamboo Boys,' 'Ilakal Pacha Pookkal Manja,' 'Annan Thambi,' and 'King Liar' will be cherished by audiences for years to come.