South Director Surya Kiran Passes Away

Surya Kiran, a director best known for films such as “Satyam” and “Dhana 51,” died today at the age of 51. His demise was attributed to jaundice. Talented person Surya Kiran began his career in the film industry as a young actor and has appeared in over 200 films.

He made his directorial debut with the box office succeed of his debut film “Satyam” in 2003, starring Sumanth and Genelia. He went on to direct additional important films, including “Dhana 51,” “Brahmastram,” “Raju Bhai,” and “Chapter 6.” He was also a contestant on Bigg Boss Telugu season 4.

Formerly married to actress Kalyani of “Avunu Valliddharu Ishtapaddaru” fame, they divorced. Sujitha, Surya Kiran’s sister, is a prominent TV actress. His unexpected death has severely affected the film industry, with condolences pouring in for his family. Despite his ambitions to make a Tamil film called “Suthradhari,” it did not happen. Surya Kiran left a legacy of contributions to Telugu and Tamil film, and his passing is lamented deeply by many.