KASARAGOD: T P Kunhikannan, a well-known figure in Malayalam cinema and theater, passed away on Saturday morning following a heart attack. He was a native of Cheruvathur in Kasaragod and was known for his memorable roles, especially as "Minister Preman" in the critically acclaimed film ‘Nna Thaan Case Kodu’.
Kunhikannan’s journey into the film industry began on the theater stage, where he honed his craft before making his mark in cinema. Beyond his artistic career, he had a professional background as an engineer in the Public Works Department.