Manoj Bharathiraja, Tamil actor and son of veteran filmmaker Bharathiraja, handed away at the age of 48 in Chennai on Tuesday (March 25). The actor, who had lately undergone bypass surgical procedure, was recuperating at his dwelling in Chetpet when he suffered a cardiac arrest on Tuesday (March 25, 2025) night.
Born to Bharathiraja and Chandraleela in 1976, Manoj made his appearing debut in his father’s 1999 movie Taj Mahal. Though the movie tanked at the field workplace, AR Rahman’s evergreen music and Bharathiraja’s picturisation of the songs had been sufficient for Manoj to make a memorable impression among the many Tamil audiences.
In a profession marked by many ups and downs, Manoj starred in movies comparable to Samudhiram, Kadal Pookkal, Varushamellam Vasantham, and Eera Nilam.
After a couple of stints as a lead actor, Manoj transitioned right into a supporting actor and starred in movies comparable to Vaaimai, Eeswaran, Maanaadu, and Viruman.
In 2023, Manoj made his directorial debut with the romantic drama Margazhi Thingal, starring his father Bharathiraja, together with Suseenthiran and newcomers Shyam Selvan and Rakshana.
Manoj was final seen within the Prime Video collection Snakes & Ladders. He is survived by his spouse, actor Nandana, and their two daughters, Arshitha and Mathivadhani.
Chief Minister condoles demise
Actors, celebrities, technicians and politicians condoled the passing away of famend filmmaker Bharathiraja’s son, Manoj Bharathiraja’s on Tuesday right here in Chennai.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.Okay. Stalin stated that he was shocked to listen to of the demise of Manoj at such a younger age.
“Having been introduced in his father’s directorial film, Taj Mahal, he carved an identity for himself by acting in films such as Samuthiram, Alli Arjuna, Varushamellam Vasantham. He also tried his hand at directing films. I express my condolences to director Bharathiraja and his family members and his friends from the film industry,” he stated.
Tamil Manila Congress president G.Okay. Vasan and Tamil Nadu BJP president, Okay. Annamalai, additionally supplied their condolences.
Actor Khushbu Sundar stated, “Extremely shocked to hear that Manoj is not among us any more. His untimely demise pains. He was just 48 years. May God give the strength to his father Thiru Bharathiraja avl and his family to overcome this unbearable painful loss. You will be missed Manoj. Rest in peace. Om.”
Music composer Ilaiyaraaja, who was additionally Mr. Bharathiraja’s shut collaborator, stated, “We cannot stop it [death]. I pray to God that his soul rests in peace.”
Actor Soori stated that he had identified Mr. Manoj as somebody who by no means threw his weight round regardless of his background.
“I had worked in the art department when he made his debut with Taj Mahal. He was a great human being. I knew that Manoj had some health issues, but never expected him to pass away. No father should have to see his son’s death. I wish God gives him strength,” he stated.
Veteran actor Thyagarajan stated that it was a giant shock to him. “I had known Manoj from his young days. I helped get him l admission in Don Bosco. I have seen him from such a young age. This has affected me a lot. He had great respect for his dad. I am unable to process his death.”
Published – March 25, 2025 08:51 pm IST
