“Balakumaran is still read by thousands all over the world”

A celebrated novelist Balakumaran passed away in Tamil Nadu. He won several awards, including Tamil Nadu government’s Kalaimamani. His short stories appeared in popular magazines like Ananda Vikatan, Kalki and Kumudam. Several writers, actors and literary critics expressed their condolences over Balakumaran’s death. Pattukottai Prabahar, a prominent writer, reviews Balakumaran’s contribution to the Tamil literary world. Produced by RaySel.