On Friday night, veteran actor Hulivana Gangadharaiah passed away at a private hospital due to COVID-19. The actor was 70 years old.
Mr. Gangadharaiah had shown symptoms of COVID-19
The veteran actor, who has featured in over 100 films, 150 plays, and many other serials, started showing symptoms of COVID-19 a few days ago. Following this, he self-isolated himself at his farm-house. However, when his health deteriorated, he was admitted to a hospital. However, on Friday night, the experienced actor breathed his last.
Industry colleagues mourn the death of the actor
Hulivana Gangadharaiah was a part of the Prema Loka serial, which had Vijay Suriya in the lead role. Following the news of Mr. Gangadharaiah’s demise, Vijay paid condolences to his colleague.
Popular director TN Seetharam posted a long message on his Facebook page in memory of the actor. He wrote: “The death of a friend and a wonderful actor Hulivana Gangandharaiah is painful. In Aaspota play, the role of a driver he played brought immense popularity to the play. When George Fernandes watched the play, he appreciated his character. In the serial Muktha Muktha, he played the role of a politician Rajanandaswamy with ease which was aired for over three years brought us closer.
In the modern theatre, Nagesh whom I consider as Guru used to cast Gangadharaiah in each play he directed which reflected the kind of faith he had in him. After a few years, he got involved in agriculture, so I did not have much contact with him. It’s been nearly eight years since I last met him. It is unfortunate that we have lost him.”
Source: Times of India
