Veteran Tamil Actor Rajesh Notable Movies
Updated on: 29 May, 2025 02:27 PM IST |Sudheesh SK
Veteran Tamil Actor Rajesh Dies at 75 in Chennai Due to Heart Attack
Veteran Tamil actor Rajesh passed away in Chennai on Thursday following a sudden heart attack on the morning of May 29. He was rushed to the hospital but was declared dead upon arrival. His wife, Joan Sylvia, had predeceased him. He is survived by his daughter Divya and son Deepak. Rajesh’s mortal remains have been placed at his residence in Ramapuram, Chennai, for the public to pay their last respects. His unexpected demise has left the film industry and fans in deep shock and sorrow!
Debut in 1974
For those unfamiliar, Rajesh was born on December 20, 1949, in Mannargudi, located in the Tiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu. He left his job as a school teacher to follow his passion for acting. His debut on the silver screen came in 1974 with a minor role in Aval Oru Thodarkathai, directed by K. Balachander. Over the years, he acted in more than 150 films, including notable titles like Nayak, Khalnayak, and Gunachitra. His performance in Bhagyaraj’s Andha 7 Naatkal was widely appreciated. Rajesh continued to take on impactful character roles in films such as Journey’s End, Fear Not Fear, and New Ragas, even after the year 2000.
Rajesh, born on December 20, 1949, in Mannargudi in Tamil Nadu`s Tiruvarur district, transitioned from being a school teacher to pursuing his true calling acting. He made his silver screen debut in 1974 with a brief role in Aval Oru Thodarkathai, directed by K. Balachander. Over the decades, he featured in more than 150 films, including popular titles like Nayak, Khalnayak, and Gunachitra. His role in Bhagyaraj’s Andha 7 Naatkal earned him critical acclaim. Even after 2000, Rajesh continued to impress audiences with strong character roles in films such as Journey’s End, Fear Not Fear, and New Ragas.
Other Movies:
Rajesh was a part of several acclaimed Tamil films, including Mahanadi, Iruvar, Nerukku Ner, Dina, Citizen, Ramana, Saamy, Anjaneya, Virumaandi, Kovil, Autograph, G, Sivakasi, Rain, E, Tirupathi, Paramasivan, Varal, Maruthamalai,
Actor Rajesh Dies at 75 After Complaining of Low BP and Breathing Difficulties; Rajinikanth Mourns His Death
Rajesh reportedly died on the way to a Chennai hospital after complaining of low blood pressure and breathing issues. His mortal remains have been taken to his residence in Ramapuram, where the public can pay their respects. The funeral will be held once his daughter returns from
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