Sun Nov 10 05:32:57 UTC 2024: ## Veteran Actor Delhi Ganesh Passes Away at 80
**Chennai, India:** Renowned Tamil actor Delhi Ganesh passed away on [Date] at the age of 80. He breathed his last at his residence in Ramaburm, Chennai.
Delhi Ganesh, known for his versatile roles in Tamil cinema, started his career as a stage actor with the ‘Delhi’ drama troupe. He later served in the Indian Air Force before joining the film industry in 1976.
His first film was “Pattinapravesam” (1977), introduced by renowned director K. Balachander. He rose to prominence with his portrayal of villain and character roles, including notable performances in films like “Apoorva Sagodharargal” (as Francis), “Sindhu Bairavi”, “Nayagan”, “Michael Madana Kama Rajan”, “Aha”, “Thenali”, “Sangamam”, “Avvai Shanmughi”, and “Indian 2”. He acted in over 400 films, showcasing his acting prowess in comedy, character, and villainous roles.
Delhi Ganesh also starred in eight popular television series and received recognition for his work, including the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actor for the film “Pasi” (1979). He was also bestowed with the prestigious Kalaimamani Award by the Tamil Nadu government in 1993-1994.
His demise has left a void in the Tamil film industry, and tributes have poured in from colleagues and fans alike. His body is currently kept at his residence for public condolences.
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