Tribute .906

The demise of 86-year-old award-winning producer AVM Saravanan is a great loss to the film industry. Known for his simplicity, his judicious choice of subjects, and for bringing many talented actors into the limelight, his contributions are immeasurable. I happened to meet him once when I was in the UAE, at the popular Lamcy Plaza. I can still picture him clearly—dressed in his trademark white-and-white attire, humble, soft-spoken, and respectful to everyone around him. That brief encounter left a lasting impression on me. His passing is an irreparable loss to his family, and I pray that they are given the strength to withstand this difficult time. The film fraternity will never forget this legend. K. Ragavan