'My mind feels empty': Mammootty shares emotional farewell to MT Vasudevan Nair
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In the wake of MT Vasudevan Nair’s passing, actor Mammootty shared a deeply emotional tribute to the legendary writer. The two had shared a strong bond over the years, both professionally, having worked together on numerous films, and personally, maintaining a close friendship beyond the silver screen.
Mammootty, in his tribute, reflected on a pivotal moment that encapsulated the depth of their relationship. Recalling an event in Ernakulam four months ago, Mammootty described how MT lost his balance and leaned on him for support. It was in that brief yet poignant moment that Mammootty felt an overwhelming sense of connection to the writer. “Some people say it was MT who discovered me,” Mammootty wrote. “But I was the one who wanted to meet him, prayed for it, and found him. From the day we met, our bond grew. It expanded like that of a dear friend, a brother.”
The actor went on to share how that special moment made him realize just how much MT meant to him. “When he leaned on me that day, I felt like I was his son,” Mammootty said. “I felt as though I had found a place in that man’s heart.” This realization, Mammootty reflected, was the greatest gift he could ever receive in his cinematic journey.
Looking back at their long-standing relationship, Mammootty spoke of the many characters he had portrayed, each inspired by MT's work. “I’ve portrayed numerous characters imbued with his spirit,” he wrote. “But now, I don’t remember any of that. It feels like an entire era has passed, and all I see is a blur.”
Mammootty concluded his tribute with a raw expression of grief: “My mind feels empty. I raise both my hands in surrender.” His words, full of sorrow and reverence, highlighted the immense impact M.T. had on him—not only as a colleague but as a mentor and a friend.