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Young Director Belraj Kalarickal Dies at 27
17 Oct
Summary
- Malayalam director Belraj Kalarickal died at 27.
- His series 'Kaapi Squad' was released days before his death.
- He was found dead in a Kochi hotel on October 17, 2026.
Malayalam director Belraj Kalarickal passed away at the young age of 27. He was discovered dead in a hotel room in Kochi on October 17, 2026. This tragic event occurred only days after the premiere of his recently released Malayalam series, 'Kaapi Squad'.
The sudden demise of the talented filmmaker has deeply shocked his colleagues and friends within the Malayalam film community. Although reports circulating suggest that Kalarickal may have suffered a heart attack, the exact cause of his death has not yet been officially disclosed.
JioHotstar shared a tribute to the filmmaker, expressing their condolences. Actor and filmmaker Rahul Riji Nair remembered Kalarickal as a visionary and a founding member of First Print Studios, a production house known for acclaimed works like 'Ottamuri Velicham' and 'Kerala Crime Files'.
Belraj Kalarickal had recently married Athira Bindu Sabu on September 11, 2026, after a six-year relationship. His last social media post, shared on September 29, 2026, featured wedding reception photos with his wife.
