Malayalam Comedy/ Mimicry Artist Kalabhavan Abi Passed away
Kalabhavan Abi, who is well known for his 3 timing and his portrayal of 'Amina Thatha' in several movies, passed away on Thursday morning.
Abi passed away in Amrita hospital in Kochi. According to reports, he was admitted to the hospital two days ago and was under treatment for dengue. Reports state that the drastic fall in platelets was the reason for his death.
A mimicry artist, Abi and his contemporaries like actor Dileep had become popular in Malayalam cinema in the 90s.
Abi was also well known for mimicking Amitabh Bachchan.
Speaking to Asianet News, Kalabhavan Nawas, Abi's colleaague said that he was under shock hearing Abi's death. Remembering Abi, actor Jagadish said that Abi was an artist who fearlessly ventured into new and challenging paths. His contribubtion to the field of mimicry and cinema, will be missed, Jagadish said.
Condoling Abi's death, artist Ramesh Pisharody referred to him as possibily "the first star of mimicry," saying that Live NewsAbi had been a crowd puller.
"If Abi's name is there in the list, it was sure to generate a huge crowd," he said.
Abi's son Shane Nigam made his debut as a solo hero through the 2016 film 'Kismath', directed by Shanavas K Bavakutty.
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