Actor-filmmaker G Marimuthu, who was last seen in Rajinikanth's 'Jailer' passed away last week following a heart attack. The news was announced by trade analyst and industry insider Ramesh Bala on X. Several Tamil celebrities paid tribute to the actor, including Rajinikanth, who expressed his shock after the sudden demise.
Rajinikanth expressed his condolences to the late actor's family and wrote in Tamil, "Marimuth is a wonderful person. His death shocked me. My heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family."
Sun Pictures, which produced 'Jailer,' also shared a post on X to mourn the actor's demise. The caption read, "Condolences! Your work has been impeccable and irreplaceable. Rest in peace #Marimuthu"
Meanwhile, actor Prasanna, who starred in both of Marimuthu's directorials, 'Kannum Kannum' and 'Pulivaal,' also expressed his shock at the news and went on to pay his condolences. "Deeply shattered to know the passing away of director G Marimuthu. We did #KannumKannum and #Pulivaal together. We had a brothers like bond. We agreed to disagree on many. His life wasn't easy at all. As an actor finally he was doing very well. He shud've been there for a while longer. Sad. Rip," he said.
Actor Karthi wrote, "I've met #Marimuthu sir when he was an assistant Director in Nerukku Ner. He was a seasoned actor and a stunning performer who could present every character realistically. He was well read and a passionate cinema afficianado. His sudden passing away is a huge shock. Deepest Condolences to his family, friends and fans. (sic)"
Actor Radikaa Sarathkumar also paid tribute to Marimuthu and wrote, "So sad and shocked to hear of his passing of Marimuthu have worked with him a man with talent, gone so soon. Condolences to his family."
G Marimuthu was 57. He reportedly felt uneasy while dubbing for a Tamil TV serial and was rushed to a hospital, where he was declared dead. He was praised for his role in the Tamil television series 'Ethirneechal.' Some of his most noted film performances include 'Vaali,' 'Jeeva,' and 'Pariyerum Perumal.'