Popular indian director and actor G Marimuthu has died at the age of 56 after collapsing at a TV studio.
G Marimuthu reportedly collapsed on the morning of September 8 while he was dubbing for his TV show Ethir Neechal and was rushed to hospital where he was declared dead at around 8.30am.
Who was G Marimuthu ?
G Marimuthu was an Indian film director and actor, who has worked in the Tamil film industry.
He made his debut as a director with Kannum Kannum (2008), followed by Pulivaal (2014). As an actor, he was best known for the TV series Ethirneechal.
He was known for his humour and natural acting on the shooting spot without making preparation beforehand.
G Marimuthu cause of death
G Marimuthu died on 8 September 2023 morning around 8:30 AM due to cardiac arrest.
The actor was dubbing for the Sun TV show Ethir Neechal when the heart attack occurred.
He was rushed to the nearby Sooriya Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
His body was kept at a private hospital in Vadapalani, Chennai before being carried to his residence at Virugambakkam.
G Marimuthu Biography
G Marimuthu was born on July 12, 1967 in Theni, Tamil Nadu, India. He is an actor and director, known for Vikram (2022), Vada Chennai (2018) and Jailer (2023).
Born in Theni, Tamilnadu in 1967, G Marimuthu left his home in 1990 and travelled to Chennai with the intention of pursuing his goal of being a film director.
He started off humble, working odd jobs to get through the day, all while harbouring the dream to get on to a film set.
Initially, Marimuthu worked as a waiter in hotels. But his love of reading brought him into contact with the lyricist Vairamuthu.
He eventually got a job working with Rajkiran as an assistant director on movies like Aranmanai Kili (1993) and Ellame En Rasathan (1995).
As an assistant director, Marimuthu went on to work with notable directors like Mani Ratnam, Vasanth, Seeman and SJ Suryah.
Kannum Kannum, starring Prasanna and Udhayathara, served as his directorial debut in 2008. Although the movie didn’t do well at the box office, it was well-received by critics. Then, drawing inspiration from the 2011 Malayalam film Chaappa Kurishu, he made Pulivaal (2014).
G Marimuthu’s acting career
Marimuthu turned his attention to acting in the 2010s and made cameo appearances in a number of Tamil movies. He made his film debut in Mysskin’s 2011 film Yuddham Sei, playing a corrupt police officer.
As a result of the movie’s success, he was frequently cast as a police officer in films like Aarohanam (2012), Nimirndhu Nil (2014) and Komban (2015).
Vishal was impressed by his performance in Marudhu (2016) and decided to cast him in Kaththi Sandai (2016).
Marimuthu dabbled in television serials as well, and his portrayal of the main antagonist in Ethirneechal earned him a sizable fan base.
G Marimuthu Net Worth
As of September 2023,G Marimuthu’s net worth is estimated to be roughly $3 Million.
G Marimuthu Wife
His wife’s name is M. Bagiyalakshmi. They were married for 27 years before he passed away in 2023. T
G Marimuthu Children
Together, they have two children, a son named Akhilan and a daughter named Aishwarya.
G Marimuthu Parents and Siblings
Not much is known about his parents and siblings.
FAQs
Who was G. Marimuthu?
G. Marimuthu was an Indian actor, director, born on 12 July, 1965 in Tamil Nadu, India.
When did G. Marimuthu pass away?
G. Marimuthu passed away on September 8, 2023.
What was the cause of death?
The cause of G. Marimuthu’s death was Heart Attack.
How old was G. Marimuthu at the time of death?
G. Marimuthu was 58 years old when he passed away.
How tall was G. Marimuthu?
G. Marimuthu was 5 feet 10 inches (1.78 m).
Who plays Panneer in Jailer?
G. Marimuthu plays the role of Panneer in Jailer.
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