Published 18:54 IST, May 14th 2020

Kannada comedian Michael Madhu passes away at the age of 50 after heart attack

Beloved Kannada actor and comedian, Michael Madhu, passed away on May 13, 2020, after he had a massive heart attack at his Bengaluru home.

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On May 13, 2020, rewned Kannada comedian Michael Madhu passed away after a massive heart attack. Michael Madhu was a beloved comedian and actor who was most kwn for his films Bhajarangi and Shhh!. Michael Madhu was rushed to a nearby private hospital, but he passed away during treatment.

Kannada comedian and actor, Michael Madhu, passes away at of 50

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According to local media reports, Michael Madhu collapsed at his Bangalore on May 13, and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital. Unfortunately, Michael Madhu succumbed to his heart attack and passed away during treatment. funeral for beloved actor-comedian will be held today, on May 14. 

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Michael Madhu first became a part of Kannada film industry as a choreographer. Though he initially wanted to be a dancer, he soon realized his talent for comedy and quickly became one of most rewned comedic actors in Kannada industry. Michael Madhu was also a huge fan of pop star Michael Jackson. In fact, 'Michael' in Michael Madhu's name was added by comedian in hour of late 'King of Pop'. Michael Madhu was also a highly sought after actor and he featured in over 300 films throughout his career. 

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Many fans felt like Michael Madhu had a unique form of expressive comedy. Which is why he would never fail to entertain audiences when he was on screen. Michael Madhu worked in Kannada film industry for 15 years and some of his best films are considered classics in state of Karnataka. Some of his most popular films include A, AK47, Surya Vamsa, Shh!, Neelambari, and Gajanura Gandu. 

Michael Madhu is survived by his wife and two daughters. Several popular Kannada celebs have taken to social media to pay ir last respects for late comedian. Even Karthik Gowda, creative-executive producer of Hombale Films, took to Twitter to mourn loss of Michael Madhu. 

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18:54 IST, May 14th 2020