Malayalam Director Belraj Kalaricka, 27, Found Dead In Hotel, Weeks After First Wedding Anniversary
At the age of 27, Malayalam director, Belraj Kalarickal was found dead in a Kochi hotel, just days after his 'Kaapi Squad' release.
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Add BollywoodShaadis on GoogleFamous director Belraj Kalarickal died at age 27. He was found dead in a hotel in Kochi, and his sudden passing has left everyone in shock. The incident occurred days after the premiere of his Malayalam series, Kaapi Squad. Belraj was found dead on October 17, 2026.
Belraj Kalarickal passed away in a hotel room
Famous director Belraj Kalarickal recently released his Malayalam series, Kaapi Squad. The young director's sudden passing has shocked his friends and colleagues in the Malayalam industry. Reports have been rife that Belraj suffered a heart attack. However, the exact cause of his passing has not yet been revealed.
While reports have suggested that Belraj may have suffered a heart attack, the exact cause of his death has not been officially confirmed. After the shocking news, JioHotstar shared a tribute to the filmmaker on its Instagram handle. The platform shared a message that can be read as "Some goodbyes come far too soon. Rest in peace, Belraj Kalarickal."
Filmmaker and actor Rahul Riji Nair also expressed his pain over Belraj's death. He remembered him as a visionary filmmaker and a dear friend. Rahil spoke about the director's contribution to their production house. He wrote:
"With a heavy heart and immense sorrow, we share the tragic news of the passing of our dear brother and guiding light, Belraj Kalariackal, the director of ‘Kaapi Squad’. As a founding member of First Print Studios, Belraj wasn't just a visionary filmmaker and the powerhouse of our creative team; he was one of us. His dedication to filmmaking and his boundless passion shaped not only our work, but who we are. Without him, First Print Studios will always remain incomplete. We stand in solidarity with his grieving family and friends, offering our deepest thoughts, prayers and unwavering support during this heartbreaking time. Rest in peace, dear Belraj. Your legacy and spirit will live on in our hearts forever."
For the unversed, Belraj was one of the founding members of First Print Studios, which is known for acclaimed projects such as the award-winning feature film, Ottamuri Velicham and the web series, Kerala Crime Files and more.
Belraj married Athira Bindu Sabu on September 11, 2026, after a six-year relationship. The director shared wedding photos on social media, giving fans a glimpse of their celebrations. However, his sudden passing has left a void in many hearts. Details surrounding his passing have not yet been made public.
Belraj shared his last post on September 29, 2026, featuring wedding reception photos with his wife. Along with it, he penned:
"2-09-2026 Six years ago, I replied to a message and ended up hitting the jackpot. Finally we made it."
We pray for Belraj Kalarickal's family as they navigate the toughest phase of their lives.
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