Shankar Krishnamurthy, creator of iconic Malayalam ad slogans, dies in Chennai

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Shankar Krishnamurthy, creator of iconic Malayalam ad slogans like "Mazha Mazha, Kuda Kuda," has passed away in Chennai. Krishnamurthy, also known as Shiva Krishnamurthy, was a pioneer in modern Malayalam advertising, crafting memorable lines for brands such as Kottayam Aiyappas and Palat pickles. He was also a prolific short story writer in Tamil and contributed to film scripts, remaining creatively active until recently.


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