Tamil Nadu Mourns the Sudden Demise of Manoj Bharathiraja

Tamil actor-director Manoj Bharathiraja's unexpected death has left fans and the film industry in shock. Prominent figures, including Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin, paid respects at his funeral in Chennai. Manoj, son of filmmaker Bharathiraja, made a mark in cinema with films like Taj Mahal and Samuthiram.

Tamil actor-director Manoj Bharathiraja passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, sending shockwaves across Tamil Nadu. The sudden loss prompted mourning from fans and major figures in the South Indian film industry who gathered in Chennai to pay their last respects.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, alongside Deputy CM Udhyanidhi Stalin, former AIADMK politician VK Sasikala, AIADMK leader Jayakumar, BJP State President Annamalai, TVK Chief Thalapathy Vijay, and actor Suriya, were among the prominent attendees at the funeral procession. Floral tributes were laid by grieving attendees, highlighting the actor's impact on both the public and his peers.

Stalin expressed his sorrow on social media, lauding Manoj's film contributions alongside his directorial ventures. Khan Pictionaries of Tamil cinema, politicians, and Manoj's friends echoed these sentiments online, paying tribute to the late actor who is survived by his wife, Nandana, and their two daughters.

(With inputs from agencies.)