Popular writer and scenarist T.A. Razzaq passed away at a private hospital in kochi on 15th August. He was 58. He had been in hospital for over a month as he was seeking treatment for a liver-related ailment. He was born at Kondotty in Malappuram district and was active in stage plays since his schooldays. He embarked on film career as an associate director with A.T. Abu in the film Dhwani. His first script was for the film Ghoshayathra. However, Vishnulokam, directed by Kamal, was his first released film. He had won State awards for best story and screenplay for Kanakinavu directed by renowned director Sibi Malayil in 1997. Vishnulokam, Naadodi, Aayirathil Oruvan, Uthaman, Bhoomigeetham, Gazal, Karma, Kaanaakkinaavu, Thaalolam, Chithrashalabham, Sneham and Saaphalyam were some of the prominent films for which he had penned the script.