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Sethuraman to VJ Chitra: Kollywood stars who left us in 2020

Last updated on - Dec 16, 2020, 22:00 IST
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Sethuraman to VJ Chitra: Kollywood stars who left us in 2020

The year 2020 has affected the lives of many both physically and mentally. Also, several Kollywood stars have left the industry leaving a void which cannot be filled. Uncertain deaths came as a shocker to the nation. Let's take a look at the Kollywood stars who left us in 2020.


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TS Raghavendra

'Vaidehi Kathirunthal' actor TS Raghavendra passed away in Chennai due to illness at the age of 75. TS Raghavendra was known for his roles as playback singer and occasional music director, who was prominently seen on Tami films. He is famous for his role as the father of actress Revathi in the super hit 'Vaidehi Kathirunthal' that was released in 1984. He acted in many noteworthy roles in Tamil.


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Visu

Film actor and director Vishu passed away on March 22 due to ill health. The 75-year-old was a film actor, director, screenwriter, producer, television host, and stage play director. He initially worked as an assistant director to K Balachander and later became a director. He was receiving treatment for a kidney problem.


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Sethuraman

The demise of 'Kanna Laddu Thinna Asaiya' actor Sethuraman was shocking as the late actor was just 36. Sethuraman passed away due to cardiac arrest at his residence in Chennai on March 26. Sethuraman was also a leading dermatologist in South India, and he had earned many good friends in Kollywood with his kind nature.


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Paravai Muniamma

Popular folk singer and film actress Paravai Muniamma had been receiving treatment for kidney failure for a few months. The Tamil Nadu government and the film industry have been providing medical assistance from time to time, but she lost her life last March.


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Vadivel Balaji

Vadivel Balaji was admitted to a hospital in Chennai after suffering chest pain. Then he was transferred to several hospitals, and his health didn't improve. After being treated for more than 10 days, he passed away on September 10th. The 42-year-old actor who made us all laugh with his parodies left everyone in a shock.


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Florent Pereira

Florent Pereira was infected with COVID-19, and he was getting treatment at the government hospital in Chennai. But the expert actor lost his life in the COVID-19 battle and shocked Kollywood. He was also a senior journalist and the 67-year-old actor made his debut on big screens with Vijay's 'Puthiya Geethai'.


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Babu Sivan

Director Babu Sivan is famous for directing Vijay's 'Vettaikaran', and he worked as an assistant to director Dharani before his debut. He suffered problems in the kidney and liver, and he was unconscious for the past two days before his death.


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Jaya Prakash Reddy

The majestic actor Jaya Prakash Reddy had mainly appeared in Telugu films more than Tamil. His roles in Suriya's 'Aaru', Ajith's 'Anjaneya', and Dhanush's 'Uthamaputhiran' are the memorable ones in Tamil, and he is famous for bringing in versatility. He passed away due to a heart attack last September, and he was 75.


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SP Balasubrahmanyam

SP Balasubrahmanyam was admitted to a private hospital on August 5 after being infected with the coronavirus. Even though he was recovered from the pandemic virus, his health failed to recover, and he passed away at the age of 74. His demise shocked everyone, and many flooded at his funeral to pay their last respect. But the fans feel that he will be there as long as here with us till the songs sung by the veteran singer persists.


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Thavasi

Thavasi was completely changed after suffering from cancer, and many helped financially for his treatment. But he failed to heal from the disease and lost his life. The demise of an entertaining actor depressed many, and they felt bad since several financial help couldn't bring him back safely.


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VJ Chitra

The recent shocker, VJ Chitra was committed suicide and was found dead in her hotel room. The pretty actress shocked many with her decision since she was rising well in her career. Police officials have filed a case, and they are investigating the reason for her death.


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