In Kerala, noted Malayalam writer and filmmaker M T Vasudevan Nair, often referred to as MT, has been admitted to a private hospital in Kozhikode in critical condition, with a diagnosis of heart failure. The hospital said he is receiving intensive medical support to optimize cardiac function and stabilize vital parameters. He is under the care of multi multi-disciplinary team of specialists including cardiologists and critical care experts. A team of doctors is closely monitoring the situation.