G Marimuthu dead – Jailer actor and film director dies aged 56 after collapsing in TV studio
INDIAN director and actor G Marimuthu has died at the age of 56 after collapsing at a TV studio.
The star, best known for his role in the TV series Ethir Neechal, suffered a heart attack on Friday morning.
It is understood Marimuthu was dubbing for a new show for Sun TV when he was taken ill.
Actor Kamalesh told Sun News that Marimuthu complained about feeling "suffocated" shortly before he died.
Marimuthu ran away from home in his early 20s with dreams of being a director.
He worked as a waiter in a hotel before getting his break in showbiz as an assistant director.
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Marimuthu went on to direct two films, Kannum Kannum and Pulival.
He also acted in more than 50 films, including this year's Tamil-language action comedy Jailer.
The dad-of-two became well-known on the small screen after playing villain Aadhi Gunasekaran in Ethir Neechal.
Indian actress Radhika Sarathkumar hailed Marimuthu as a "talented man" in a tribute.
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She wrote: "So sad and shocked to hear of his passing of #marimuthu have worked with him a man with talent, gone so soon.
"Condolences to his family."
Actor Arun Vijay added: "Shocking to hear the demise of #Marimuthu sir.
"Nice actor & a person gone too soon.
"My heartfelt condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace."
Marimuthu is survived by his wife, son and daughter.