Malayalam poet and lyricist Anil Panachooran passed away after suffering a cardiac arrest while undergoing treatment for COVID-19 at a private hospital in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday. He was 51.

Known for the lyrics he penned for movies including `Arabi Katha` regarding Communism had won him many fans. His poetry collection includes `Akshethriyude Atmageetam`, "Valayil Veena Kilkal".
He is survived by wife Maya and their children Maitreyi and Arun.