Eminent poet and activist Sugathakumari passes away; Malayalam TV celebs pay tribute

Eminent poet and activist Sugathakumari passed away on Wednesday (December 23) while undergoing treatment for COVID-19. The 86-year-old breathed her last at the Thiruvananthapuram medical college hospital. From celebrities to common man, condolences are pouring for the departed soul.
Joining them, Malayalam TV celebs have also paid tribute to Sugathakumari through their social media accounts.
Sharing a throwback video of one of her interviews with the late poet, Parasparam fame Gayathri Arun has written an emotional note on her social media account. In the video, Sugathakumari is seen giving a sweet kiss on Gayathri's hand as Vishu Kaineettam. "No other Kaineettam is valuable than Amma's kiss," Gayathri wrote.

Referring the poet as 'Teacheramma', Chakkappazham actress Aswathy Sreekanth has shared a post online.

"Heartfelt condolences to poet Sugathakumari Amma," actor Sooraj Sun wrote.
Sharing a picture of the poet, Seethakalyanam actor Anoop Krishnan also paid tribute to the departed soul.
Quoting one of the popular lines of the poet, Mr & Mrs host Mathukutty shared a post on his social media account.

"One and only Sugathakumari Amma," actress Kavitha Nair penned down an emotional adieu note.