Tamil cinema has lost a gem as the renowned comedian and actor Mayilsamy passed away on Sunday morning at the age of 57 due to a heart attack. Mayilsamy, known for his impeccable comic timing, had acted in over 200 Tamil films in his illustrious career. He received critical acclaim for his roles in popular movies like ‘Dhool’, ‘Vaseegara’, ‘Ghilli’, ‘Giri’, ‘Uthamaputhiran’, ‘Veeram’, ‘Kanchana’, and ‘Kangalal Kaidhu Sei’, which even earned him the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Comedian.
The news of Mayilsamy’s demise has left his fans and colleagues in shock. Recently, a video of the late actor dubbing for his upcoming film ‘Glassmates’ surfaced on social media, which he had recently completed. Despite his untimely passing, Mayilsamy will forever be remembered for his infectious smile and his contribution to the Tamil film industry.
