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Director Siddique's Condition Remains Critical, Medical Board To Convene This Evening
Director Siddique's Condition Remains Critical: According to reports, director Siddique's condition continues to be critical.
Hospital sources have confirmed that he is still receiving Ecmo support, with round-the-clock monitoring in place. Further updates on his health will be provided following the outcome of the review meeting. The medical board is scheduled to convene later today.
Siddique was admitted to Kochi's Amrita Hospital on the 10th of the previous month due to pneumonia and liver disease. His hospitalisation lasted for approximately a month. The unexpected heart attack has further intensified the critical nature of his condition.
Siddique's Illustrious Filmography
Siddique's journey into the world of cinema began as an assistant director to the acclaimed filmmaker Fazil. Fazil, known for his knack for recognising talent, spotted Siddique and Lal showcasing their remarkable mimicry skills in the Cochin Kalabhavan troupe. This encounter marked the beginning of Siddique's fruitful partnership with Lal.
Together, Siddique and Lal ventured into scriptwriting and directing, giving birth to a series of iconic comedy films that left an indelible mark on Malayalam and even other languages. The Siddique-Lal duo, as they came to be known, crafted timeless hits such as "Ramji Rao Speaking" (1989), "In Harihar Nagar" (1990), "Godfather" (1991), "Vietnam Colony" (1992), and "Kabuliwala" (1994).
While their joint ventures brought laughter and entertainment to audiences, Siddique's individual career as a director flourished as well. He helmed notable films like "Hitler" (1996), "Friends" (1999), "Chronic Bachelor" (2003), "Body Guard" (2010), "Ladies & Gentlemen" (2013), "Bhaskar the Rascal" (2015), "Fukri" (2017), and "Big Brother" (2020).
The Siddique-Lal duo's creative partnership led to their pioneering contributions in the comedy genre. Their films, marked by their unique blend of humour and storytelling, left an indomitable legacy. Despite parting ways professionally, with Lal transitioning to acting and producing, Siddique's directorial prowess continues to shine brightly. Notably, he remade his own hit film "Bodyguard" into Tamil as "Kaavalan" and even into Hindi as "Bodyguard."
