The sudden demise of veteran actor
Kalabhavan Mani has dealt a rude shock for the film fraternity. The
multi-talented actor's mortal remains has been kept in his home in
Chalakudy and the celebrities from the film industry are paying their
last visit to mark their respect for the departed soul.
The social media is flurried by tweets
condoling the tragic death of a great actor and film industry
celebrities who have worked with Mani in their films are recounting the
days they had spent with him.
Mani was as much popular in Tamil films
as he was in his mother tongue Malayalam films. He has acted with
Rajinikanth, VIkram. Suriya, Vijay, Silambarasan, Jayam Ravi and many
other leading heroes of Tamil film industry.
Suriya has condoled the death of his
former colleague and good friend in his official Twitter handle saying
thus: "Respects to a great performer! A Good friend.Will cherish time
spent with him ! Rest In Peace sir."
Kalabhavan Mani acted in a supporting
role of a police officer in 'Aaru' which strongly established Suriya as a
action hero and as the lead villain in 'Vel' which was a blockbuster
hit. Both films were directed by Hari with who Suriya is presently
working for 'S3'.
