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oi-Gaurav Sharma
Tamil actor Karthik Sabesh has died at the age of 37 following a prolonged illness, leaving the Tamil film industry and his family in mourning. The actor, son of music composer Sabesh and nephew of renowned music director Deva, reportedly breathed his last at a private hospital in Chennai late on Monday night.
Karthik is survived by his wife, Ramya Karthik, and their two daughters. According to reports, he had been unwell for some time and was undergoing medical treatment. However, details about his illness have not been publicly disclosed.
Tamil actor Karthik Sabesh died at 37 in Chennai late Monday night following a prolonged illness. Son of composer Sabesh and nephew of music director Deva, his passing came just days after his uncle Deva’s death.
His death comes just three days after the passing of his uncle, veteran music composer Deva, making it a particularly difficult time for the family.
Karthik Sabesh’s Funeral To Be Held In Chennai
According to reports, Karthik’s mortal remains were to be taken to his residence, where relatives, friends and well-wishers could pay their last respects. His funeral was scheduled for 4.30 pm on Tuesday at a cremation ground in Valasaravakkam, Chennai.
News of his death has come as a shock to those familiar with his work and his family’s longstanding association with Tamil cinema.
Films Featuring Karthik Sabesh
Karthik Sabesh appeared in several Tamil films during his acting career, including Dum, Vallavan, Pattathu Yaanai and Kulir 100. He belonged to a family with deep roots in the Tamil entertainment industry.
His father, Sabesh, is a music composer, while his uncle Deva earned recognition for his contributions to Tamil film music.
Deva’s Death Added To The Family’s Grief
Karthik’s demise follows the death of Deva on Saturday. Popularly known as ‘Thenisai Thendral’, Deva was a prominent figure in South Indian cinema and composed music for hundreds of films across Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada.
The veteran composer was known for his collaborations with leading Tamil film stars, including Rajinikanth. His notable films with the superstar include Annamalai, Arunachalam and Baashha.
Following Deva’s death, several film personalities, including Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan, paid tribute to the celebrated music director.
