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Entertainment Jun 14, 2025

Kantara Chapter 1 unit faces another tragedy

Kalabhavan Niju, well-known in Kerala for his mimicry and acting, sadly passed away from a heart attack while filming Kantara: Chapter 1 in Bengaluru. He was just 43 and had been staying at a homestay when the incident happened. His passing marks the third recent loss from the film's team, following the deaths of actor Rakesh Poojary and junior artist MF Kapil.

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Niju's journey from mimicry to films

Starting out with roadshows in Thrissur during the late '90s, Niju built a 25-year career as a mimicry artist before moving into films like Malikappuram and Marco. He landed his role in Kantara: Chapter 1 through auditions—a testament to his talent. The movie itself is a prequel to the popular Kantara and is produced by Hombale Films.