The sudden demise of Malayalam filmmaker Siddique has left the entire movie industry in shock.

Siddique breathed his last on Tuesday at a hospital in Kochi, Kerala

As a mark of respect to the director, the makers of ‘King Of Kotha’ starring Dulquer Salmaan, have postponed the launch of the trailer.

Taking to Instagram, makers via King Of Kotha handle posted, “Due to the demise of director Siddique, the launch of KOK trailer has been postponed. Heartfelt condolences to Siddique sir family members and loved ones.”

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The trailer was supposed to be released on today (August 9) but now it has been postponed.

Helmed by Abhilash Joshiy, the film is scheduled for a festive release on Onam this year.

Superstars Mohanlal and Suriya were supposed to launch the trailer on their respective social media handles.

On Tuesday, Amrita Hospital, Kochi, where the filmmaker was admitted, announced his death through a statement.

He was declared dead at 9.10 pm. According to the official statement released by the hospital, the director passed away while undergoing treatment for liver disease.

The renowned filmmaker and screenwriter was admitted to Amrita Hospital with chronic liver disease and bronchopneumonia.

“He was put on a ventilator for respiratory failure and his condition improved with medical management. He was taken off the ventilator and was on supplemental oxygen therapy. While on treatment, he had a massive heart attack while undergoing treatment in the hospital and underwent emergency angioplasty. He was placed on ECMO support due to cardiogenic shock and respiratory failure. He developed multiorgan dysfunction with clinical deterioration and was declared dead on August 8, at 9.10 pm,” read the statement quoting a doctor at the hospital.

After learning of the filmmaker’s death, the members of the film industry took to social media to pay their condolences.

Dulquer posted, “The gentlest soul. The kindest human. A gifted writer/director. The most incredible humor hiding behind his soft demeanour. He gave us some of the most iconic films. Part of our pop culture and referred to in our everyday conversations. This is an immeasurable loss. Prayers and strength to Siddique Sirs family and loved ones.”

Prithviraj Sukumaran posted, “Rest in peace Sir.”