- By Akshat Sundrani
- Wed, 18 Oct 2023 09:27 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Renowned Malayalam actor Kundara Johny, aged 71, passed away on Tuesday, October 17th, at a private hospital located in Kollam. His untimely demise has sent shockwaves throughout the film industry, casting a profound sense of grief. Reports indicate that Johny succumbed to a sudden cardiac arrest, leading to his immediate hospitalization. In the wake of this tragic loss, admirers and well-wishers have flooded social media platforms with heartfelt messages and condolences to commemorate the prolific actor's life and work.
At the young age of 23, Johny embarked on his acting journey by appearing in the 1979 Malayalam film, 'Nithya Vasantham', where he portrayed a character much older. Tragically, on October 17, he was hospitalized following a cardiac arrest, ultimately passing away at the medical facility. Further information about his death remains pending.
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After the actor's passing, Kerala Finance Minister K N Balagopal expressed his condolences, highlighting Johny's impressive career spanning over four decades, during which he contributed his talents to over 500 films.
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Johny is survived by his wife, Stella, who holds a distinguished position as a professor at a college in Kollam. Throughout his illustrious career, Johny left an indelible mark with notable roles in films such as 'Bhargavacharitham Moonam Khandam', 'Ninnishtam Ennishtam 2', 'My Fan Ramu', 'Konthayum Poonoolum', 'Payyamvalli Chanthu', 'Vallikkudilile Vellakkaran', and numerous other cinematic endeavors.