Popular Malayalam director Shafi, known for comedy hits, passed away aged 56 after emergency brain surgery. Shafi directed 18 movies and started as an Rasheed M. H. (18 February 1968 – 26 January 2025), known professionally as Shafi, was an Indian film director who worked in Malayalam cinema, best known for directing comedy films. [1][2] He has also directed a Tamil film. Shafi breathed his last at 12.25 am, according to reports. Actor Vishnu Unnikrishnan shared the news of Shafi's passing on Facebook, writing, "Shafi sir has departed, leaving behind laughter and unforgettable stories that will be cherished forever. Tributes!!" Shafi began his film career as an assistant director under the noted filmmaker Rajasenan. English Summary: Director Shafi: Shafi (56), the director who gave Malayalam cinema many blockbuster comedies, passed away. He died at a private hospital in Kochi. He had been critically ill for seven days.
