Tue Mar 25 15:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Tollywood Star Pawan Kalyan Mourns the Loss of His Martial Arts Guru
**Chennai, India** – Acclaimed Tollywood actor Pawan Kalyan is mourning the death of his martial arts guru, Shihan Hussaini, a renowned Tamil actor and martial arts expert who passed away from cancer. In a heartfelt post on X, Kalyan described Hussaini as a “legendary martial artist and an exceptional archer, painter, sculptor, and musician,” praising his dedication to revolutionizing martial arts and archery in India.
Kalyan revealed he was deeply saddened by the news, stating that he had been planning to visit his guru just days before his passing. He expressed gratitude for the discipline and skills he learned under Hussaini’s tutelage, crediting his training for shaping his physical and mental strength.
The actor shared an anecdote from a recent interview with Thanthi TV, where he discussed his admiration for Hussaini and his initial motivation for learning karate. Kalyan explained that he was drawn to Hussaini’s ability to demonstrate “mind over matter,” recalling a story of his guru setting himself on fire. He also described Hussaini’s rigorous training methods, comparing his karate school to a traditional gurukul, where students performed various tasks including cleaning and serving tea.
Hussaini’s family announced his death on Facebook, revealing that he had previously donated his body to medical research. Kalyan concluded his tribute with emotional words, expressing his deep sorrow and paying respect to his late guru’s “warrior spirit.” The actor’s statement highlights Hussaini’s significant contributions to the arts and his lasting impact on his students.
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