Tamil Actor Murali passed away today

Tamil film actor Murali passed away here on Wednesday after a heart attack. Murali was admitted in Rama Chandra Hospital after he complained of chest pain this morning however doctors declared him brought dead today morning at 7.30 am.

The 46-year old Murali is survived by his wife Shobha and and daughter Kaavya and son Adharva, who made his film debut recently in the film “Baana Kathadi“.

Murali, son of famous Kannada film director Siddalingaia, made his debut in Tamil film in 1984 playing the lead role in “Poovilangu”, directed by Ameerjhan.

Murali was much-sought after actor in the 90s when he gave a string of hit movies. His notable films include ‘Idhayam’, ‘Pudu Vasantham’, ‘Porkalam’ and ‘Sundara Travels’ He won the Tamil Nadu best actor award in 2001 for his performance in Kadal Pookal

His latest film ‘Kavasam’ is slated for release this week, his family said. Murali also campaigned for the AIADMK in the 2006 assembly elections.