Sun Nov 03 11:03:22 UTC 2024: ## Renowned Kannada Filmmaker Guruprasad Found Dead in Bengaluru Apartment

**Bengaluru:** Noted Kannada film director and actor Guruprasad was found dead in his Bengaluru apartment on [Date of death]. The 52-year-old filmmaker, known for his critically acclaimed films like ‘Mata’, ‘Eddelu Manjunatha’, and ‘Director’s Special’, was discovered by police after neighbours reported a foul odour emanating from his apartment in Dasanapura.

According to police, Guruprasad, who lived alone, was found hanging in his drawing room. Preliminary investigations suggest that the director was struggling with financial difficulties and pressure from creditors. The police are currently investigating the case from all angles, including the possibility of suicide.

Confirming the death, Bengaluru Rural Superintendent of Police CK Baba said that the incident took place under the jurisdiction of the Madanayakanahalli police station and a case has been registered under BNS 194. The police are conducting a thorough investigation into the matter.

Former Chief Minister Basavaraj S Bommai expressed his condolences on X, stating that Guruprasad’s passing is a huge loss to the Kannada film industry. He also expressed his grief over the director’s death by suicide.

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