The sudden passing of Siddique, a respected Malayalam director, has deeply saddened the Indian film industry.Known for his beloved classic Malayalam comedies, Siddique also directed notable Tamil and Bollywood films.
In 2001, Siddique marked his entry into Tamil direction with “Friends,” which was a reimagining of his successful Malayalam movie.The Tamil version starred Suriya and Thalapathy Vijay, gaining immense popularity.
Suriya, who gained recognition for his role as Chandru in Siddique’s “Friends,” expressed his grief on social media.He shared an emotional note, recalling Siddique’s support and encouragement.Suriya credited Siddique for instilling confidence in him and making the filmmaking process enjoyable.
Suriya’s message conveyed his gratitude and deep sense of loss due to Siddique’s passing.He thanked the director for his faith and guidance during Suriya’s early acting days.
Siddique’s film journey began in 1989 with “Ramji Rao Speaking,” co-directed with Lal.The duo, known as Siddique-Lal, created iconic Malayalam films that were remade in various languages.Despite parting ways, they remained close.
Siddique expanded into Tamil cinema with “Friends” in 2001 and continued directing notable films.He also entered Bollywood with the Hindi version of his Malayalam hit “Bodyguard,” featuring Salman Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan.His last work was the 2020 film “Big Brother,” starring Mohanlal.
Siddique’s legacy is a testament to his contributions to Indian cinema, leaving behind a profound impact on both Malayalam and other film industries.
Moreover Suriya debuted in 1997 with “Nerrukku Ner” and has since become a versatile icon in over 40 films.From action heroes to romantic leads, he’s acclaimed for roles like “Kaakha Kaakha,” “Ghajini”, “Vaaranam Aayiram,” and “Soorarai Pottru,” for which he won the National Film Award in 2020.
