Well-known comedian Bonda Mani, aged 60, passed away on Saturday, likely due to issues with his kidneys. The confirmation of his death came from film trade analyst Sreedhar Pillai on Sunday.
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According to a report from India Today, on Saturday night, Mani collapsed at his home in Chennai’s Pozhichalur. He was quickly taken to the government hospital in Chrompet, but after an examination, the doctors sadly declared him dead.
The circumstances surrounding his death point to kidney-related ailments. It’s a somber time for the entertainment industry and fans as they remember the beloved comedian.
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Bonda Mani Has Been Passed Away Due To Kidney Illness
On the night of December 23, Mani passed away at his home in Chennai’s Pozhichalur. He fainted and was quickly taken to the government hospital in Chrompet, where doctors declared him dead after an examination.
Currently, his body is at his Pozhichalur residence for people to pay their respects. The final ceremonies are scheduled to occur around 5 PM at a crematorium in Chrompet. Mani is survived by his wife Malathi, a son, and a daughter.
In 2022, actors Dhanush and Vijay Sethupathi generously donated Rs 1 lakh each for Bonda Mani’s medical expenses. Vadivelu, a long-time collaborator with Mani, also provided financial assistance for his treatment. It’s a sad time for those who knew him, and his contributions to the industry will be remembered.
Who Was Bonda Mani?
Bonda Mani, born on September 19, 1963, and passed away on December 23, 2023, was an Indian actor known for his work in Tamil films. He specialized in comedy and supporting roles, appearing in over 270 films during his impressive three-decade career.
Early Life Of Bonda Mani
Bonda Mani, originally named Kedheeswaran, grew up in Sri Lanka as the fifteenth child in a family of fifteen siblings. After spending his early years in Sri Lanka, he moved to India.
In June 2016, he became a member of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) political party, making the switch from the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) party along with some fellow DMK party workers.
Bonda Mani In Film Industy
Bonda Mani was in the film industry for nearly 30 years and acted in 270 movies, mainly playing comical roles. According to a report by DT Next, he often appeared in comedy scenes.
His debut was in Bhagyaraj’s Pavunnu Pavunudhaan, and he went on to act in many films, including Ponvilangu, Pongalo Pongal, Sundara Travels, Marudamalai, Winner, and Velayudham.
Some of his notable movies include Winner (2003), Englishkaran (2005), Aaru (2005), Marudhamalai (2007), and Kannum Kannum (2008). Famous for his brief and impactful dialogues, he migrated to Tamil Nadu from Sri Lanka as a refugee.
Sreedhar Pillai Gave The News Of Bonda Mani Death
Tamil Cinema’s Popular comedian #BondaMani (60) passed away due to ill health.#RIPBondamani pic.twitter.com/J4HxCcCV1S
— Sreedhar Pillai (@sri50) December 24, 2023
A tweet from Sreedhar Pillai announced the sad news of the passing of Bonda Mani, a beloved comedian in Tamil cinema, aged 60, due to health issues. According to a report by India Today, Bonda Mani’s body is currently at his home in Pozhichalur for people to pay their respects.
The final ceremonies are scheduled for around 5 pm at a crematorium in Chrompet. He leaves behind his wife Malathi, a son, and a daughter. It’s a moment of mourning for the industry and fans as they remember the popular comedian and his contributions to Tamil cinema.
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