The South Indian film industry is in mourning following the death of Chandramohan, a renowned actor and comedian. Born as Chandrashekhar Rao Mallampalli on May 23, 1943, in Pamidimukkala village, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, he was 82 at the time of his passing. Chandramohan breathed his last at 9:45 AM today at a private hospital in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, after a prolonged battle with heart-related ailments.

Chandramohan, a cousin of the legendary filmmaker K. Viswanath and a close associate of the late playback singer SP Balasubrahmanyam, had an illustrious career spanning over 57 years in the South Indian film industry. He made his debut in Telugu cinema in 1966 with ‘Rangula Ratnam’, which was a box office hit and received critical acclaim. His performance in films like ‘Sitamalakshmi’ (1978), ‘Ram Robert Rahim’ (1980), ‘Radha Kalyanam’ (1981), ‘Rendu Rellu Aaru’ (1986), and ‘Chandamama Rave’ (1987) earned him widespread fame.

Renowned for his versatility, Chandramohan won several accolades, including the Filmfare South Award for Best Actor for ‘Padaharella Vayasu’ (1978) and two Nandi Awards for ‘Chandamama Rave’ (1987) and ‘Athanokkade’ (2005). His last film was ‘Oxygen’, in which he delivered a memorable performance.

Chandramohan’s demise has left a void in the industry, as he was known for working with every superstar in the South Indian cinema and shared screen space with actresses like Sridevi, Jayaprada, and Jayasudha. His contribution to over 932 films in his career is a testament to his dedication and talent in the field of acting.

The funeral rites are scheduled to take place on Monday, November 13, in Hyderabad, following Diwali. Prominent figures from the industry, including Junior NTR, Ram Charan, and Sai Dharam Tej,  have expressed their condolences on social media.

Chandramohan’s departure is not just a loss to the South Indian film industry but to the entire Indian cinematic world, as he leaves behind a rich legacy of artistry and excellence in acting.