'A significant legacy in arts and culture': Anwar pays tribute to L. Krishnan
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim paid tribute to veteran film director Tan Sri Lakshmanan Krishnan, better known as L. Krishnan, who died at 104, describing him as one of the early figures who helped shape Malay cinema.
On today's social media post, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim paid tribute to the late veteran film director Tan Sri Lakshmanan Krishnan, also known as L. Krishnan. L. Krishnan, who passed away at the age of 104, was described by Anwar as one of the early figures who played a significant role in shaping Malay cinema.
Anwar highlighted L. Krishnan's contributions during the 1950s and 1960s, emphasizing that he produced important works with major production houses such as Shaw Brothers, Malay Film Productions, Cathay-Keris, and Merdeka Studios. Among his notable films mentioned by the prime minister are Bakti, Keris Sempena Riau, and Selendang Merah.
In addition to his film work, L. Krishnan also played a crucial role in nurturing and guiding several prominent stars in the industry, including P. Ramlee, Maria Menado, Mustapha Maarof, M. Amin, and Rosnani Jamil. According to Anwar, L. Krishnan's more than 6 decades in the fields of film, advertising, and music have left a significant legacy in Malaysia's arts and cultural industry.
Expressing condolences to the late director's family, Anwar wished them strength and resilience in coping with this loss. The news of L. Krishnan's death was shared by the Malaysian Veteran Artistes Welfare Association (PKAVM) president, Sandakiah Azez, who is the daughter of late actor Datuk Aziz Sattar.
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