Thrissur: Union Minister Suresh Gopi visited Shine Tom Chacko, who is currently undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Thrissur after being injured in a road accident. Gopi met Shine to personally express his condolences over the death of his father, Chacko, and to inquire about the actor’s medical condition.

Speaking to reporters after the visit, Suresh Gopi said: “The news of her husband's death has not yet been shared with his mother. The doctors have informed us that Shine will undergo surgery after the funeral rituals are completed. The accident occurred when a lorry hit their car from behind after its steering got locked.

The passengers in the front were unhurt, but those seated in the rear, including Shine, sustained injuries. His sisters are expected to arrive tonight, and the funeral will likely take place on Sunday afternoon.”

Meanwhile, the South India International Movies Awards (SIIMA) took to X and extended condolences to Chacko and his family.

SIIMA wrote, "Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko was injured in a tragic car accident near Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu. The accident claimed the life of his father, CP Chacko, who died on the spot. The family was en route to Bengaluru when their car collided with a stationary lorry. Shine, along with his mother, brother, and driver, sustained injuries and is currently undergoing treatment. SIIMA extends its heartfelt condolences to Shine Tom Chacko and his family during this time of grief."