Chennai (Tamil | Nadu) (India), November 11 (ANI): The Tamil film industry is mourning the demise of veteran actor Delhi Ganesh, who passed away on Saturday evening at the age of 80.

Ganesh’s family confirmed his death in a heartfelt statement, revealing that the actor died around 11 pm on Saturday due to health complications.

His mortal remains were laid to rest at his residence in Ramapuram, Chennai, where friends, family and colleagues paid their last respects.

Among the first to offer condolences were A-list actors Karthi and Sivakumar, along with several other members of the film fraternity, including Senthil, Radha Ravi and Santhana Bharathi.

In a tribute to the late actor, Tamil star Karthi wrote on social media, “Saddened by the passing away of Delhi Ganesh sir. His iconic roles in numerous films and his ability to bring unforgettable characters to life on screen will forever be etched in the history of Tamil cinema. We will miss you very much, sir.

Saddened by the passing away of Delhi Ganesh, sir. His iconic roles in numerous films and his ability to bring unforgettable characters to life on screen will forever be etched in the history of Tamil cinema. We will miss you very much, sir.

– Karthi (@Karthi_Offl) November 10, 2024

Karthi, accompanied by his father Sivakumar, visited Ganesh’s residence to pay homage to him on Sunday morning.

Actor Sriman, who also shared a close bond with the actor, remembered Ganesh as a “versatile actor” and expressed his grief saying, “Physically, we will miss you, but your performance and your presence on screen will live forever. I miss you sir.

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Delhi Ganesh’s career spanned over four decades, during which he appeared in over 400 films. His versatility in playing a wide range of roles – from comedic to intense supporting characters – has earned him a special place in the hearts of audiences and filmmakers alike.

His career took off in 1976 when he made his debut in K. Balachander’s ‘Pattina Pravesam’. Balachander, who also gave him the screen name ‘Delhi Ganesh’, recognized the actor’s potential early on.

Over the years, Ganesh has built a strong legacy, starring alongside some of the biggest names in Tamil cinema, including Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan.

Some of her most memorable performances include “Sindhu Bhairavi” (1985), “Nayakan” (1987), “Michael Madana Kama Rajan” (1990) and “Thenali” (2000).

His ability to evoke both humor and deep emotion in his roles has earned him wide recognition and made him one of the most respected actors in the industry.

Notable directors such as Suresh Krissna, who worked with Ganesh in several films, shared their sadness over the news of his death.

“The passing away of Delhi Ganesh Sir is a profound loss,” Krissna wrote, adding, “From his collaboration with KB Sir to his remarkable roles in films like ‘Aahaa’, ‘Sangamam’ and ‘Baba’, he was at the both a phenomenal actor and a dear friend He will live forever in my films and in the legacy of our cinema.

The passing away of Delhi Ganesh Sir is a deep loss. From his collaboration with KB Sir to his remarkable roles in Aahaa, Sangamam, Baba, Oruvan, Sathya. he was both a phenomenal actor and a dear friend. He will live forever in my films and in the legacy of our cinema. pic.twitter.com/0D2w261nRj

– Sureshkrissna (@Suresh_Krissna) November 10, 2024

Ganesh’s exceptional contributions to Tamil cinema have been widely recognized. He received the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for his performance in ‘Pasi’ (1979) and was honored with the prestigious Kalaimamani Award in 1994 by the then Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa.

In the later stages of his career, Ganesh also ventured into television and short films, continually captivating audiences with his unique style.

His appearance as Alfred Pennyworth in the short film “What If Batman Was from Chennai” was particularly well received, demonstrating his ability to bring depth to even the smallest of roles.

Ganesh’s funeral will take place on Monday, November 11. As fans, colleagues and the entire film industry come to terms with his loss, the actor’s legacy remains intact in the many characters he immortalized on screen. (ANI)

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