Film pioneer L Krishnan dies at 104
The national movie icon had played a significant role in the early development of the Malay film industry and in uncovering acting talent such as P Ramlee.
L Krishnan, a prominent figure in Malaysia's film industry and a recipient of the 2016 Merdeka Award, passed away in Chiang Mai, Thailand on Tuesday at the age of 104. The National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas) CEO, Azmir Saifuddin Mutalib, confirmed his death due to old age. Krishnan, who had been residing in Thailand after marrying a Thai national, played a crucial role in the early development of the Malay film industry.
He is renowned for discovering early acting talent, including the late national film icon P Ramlee. Yayasan Artis Veteran Malaysia informed Azmir about Krishnan's demise, with funeral arrangements currently underway.
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