The Tamil film industry is in shock following the sudden demise of veteran actor, director, and screenwriter K Bhagyaraj, who passed away after a cardiac arrest at the age of 73.
Bhagyaraj's last public appearance was at Khushbu Sundar's daughter's wedding in Goa just two days ago, where he was seen warmly greeting veteran actor Chiranjeevi.
Actor Trisha Krishnan shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, revealing that she had shared a meal with Bhagyaraj just a day before his death.
Bhagyaraj was widely regarded as the 'King of Screenplay' for redefining mainstream Tamil cinema with relatable middle-class protagonists, witty dialogue, and emotionally engaging narratives.
He is survived by his wife, former actress Poornima Bhagyaraj, daughter Saranya, and son, actor Shanthanu Bhagyaraj.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has announced state honours for Bhagyaraj in recognition of his contributions to Tamil cinema.
