The sudden and tragic passing of veteran actor and writer Sreenivasan left a profound void in the heart of Malayalam cinema. In a moving tribute, the team behind the upcoming film 'Hridayapoorvam' has released an emotional video, offering fans a poignant glimpse into one of his final joyful moments on a film set.
A Final Visit Filled with Warmth and Laughter
The video captures a deeply personal moment when Sreenivasan, accompanied by his wife Vimala, visited the 'Hridayapoorvam' set. Director Anoop Sathyan is seen gently holding his hand and guiding him inside, immediately asking the crew to call his father, legendary director Sathyan Anthikad. The atmosphere transformed the moment Sathyan Anthikad arrived, warmly welcoming his longtime friend and collaborator with a cheerful "Vaango Vaango" (Come, come).
The reunion took an even more special turn with the arrival of superstar Mohanlal. He was seen carefully holding Sreenivasan's hands, speaking to him with evident affection and respect. After a brief, warm chat, Mohanlal excused himself to complete a shot, promising to return, which he did, rejoining the group to recreate the magic of their shared history.
Reliving Iconic Moments and Shared History
The video is a treasure trove of nostalgic interactions. At one point, Sathyan Anthikad revealed to Mohanlal that after visiting the set, Sreenivasan had expressed a desire to direct a film again. Mohanlal's playful reply, "Indirectly direct," sparked laughter all around, highlighting their unique camaraderie.
Anthikad also fondly recalled another morning when Sreenivasan arrived at his home in a taxi, leading them to spontaneously recite famous dialogues from their iconic film 'Nadodikkattu'. The video shows Sathyan Anthikad, Sreenivasan, and Mohanlal walking hand-in-hand, a powerful image of their enduring bond. The gathering also included actors like Lalu Alex and Malavika Mohanan, making it a memorable mini-reunion before Sreenivasan's departure.
An Irreplaceable Legacy and Fan Outpouring
Sharing the video, the 'Hridayapoorvam' team captioned it, "To the actor who spread smiles and the writer who made us think." The post has triggered an avalanche of emotional responses from grieving fans across Kerala and beyond.
Comments poured in, with one user simply stating, "Irreplaceable." Another noted the genuine affection in Mohanlal's interaction, saying, "The way Lalettan interferes is super. There is no over-showing off. But there is no shortage of intimacy." Many expressed the pain of the loss, with one fan writing, "We can’t bear seeing it ourselves. How will it be for those who created history together for 30 years." Another poignant comment highlighted the historic partnership: "I am more a sreeni sir fan than mohan lal. Happy mohan lal patched up before it was too late. But the og Dasan and Vijayan is sathyan sir and sreeni sir."
Sreenivasan's career spanned an incredible 48 years, during which he acted in over 200 films, wrote 54 scripts, and directed two movies. A recipient of numerous national and state awards, his true victory was in winning the hearts of millions. This heartfelt video stands as a testament to the love and respect he commanded, a love that will undoubtedly never fade.
