Overview

• The veteran Kannada actor died at about 3:30 am at his residence in Udupi district, according to multiple reports.
• Reports cite a brain haemorrhage following prolonged ill health, with recent treatment in a Kundapura hospital after earlier care in Bengaluru.
• Local outlets previously reported he suffered a stroke during the Kantara shoot and later recovered before his health declined again.
• His body is to be brought to his Laggere residence in Bengaluru for public viewing from 8 am Tuesday, with cremation scheduled at Sumanahalli crematorium.
• A theatre and art-direction stalwart who moved into acting, he was widely recognised for supporting roles including the Bombay Don in KGF, as colleagues and fans shared tributes.