Tue Mar 25 07:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Renowned Actor and Martial Arts Legend Shihan Hussaini Passes Away at 60

**Chennai, India –** Shihan Hussaini, a multifaceted personality known for his acting career, mastery of karate, archery expertise, and controversial public stunts, passed away Tuesday morning at age 60. The acclaimed actor and founding father of the Archery Association of Tamil Nadu succumbed to blood cancer after a lengthy battle, his family announced.

Hussaini, affectionately known as “Hu,” had been documenting his fight against cancer on social media, keeping his followers updated on his journey. His family announced that his body will lie in state at his residence, High Command in Besant Nagar, Chennai, allowing family, students, and the public to pay their respects before his burial at the Royapettah Ameerunisa Burial ground at 4 pm. The family requested that archers attend in uniform and karate practitioners wear their Gis.

Hussaini’s contributions extended far beyond the entertainment industry. He served as the general secretary of the Archery Association of Tamil Nadu (TAAT), a position he held since founding the organization. Ashwin Kumar Iyer, a spokesperson for TAAT, described Hussaini as the “driving force” behind the growth of archery in Tamil Nadu, transforming it into a thriving discipline that produced numerous state and national champions.

Beyond his sporting and organizational achievements, Hussaini was known for his dramatic and often controversial public acts. These included a self-crucifixion in 2015, painting portraits of former Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa with his own blood, and creating a frozen blood bust of the leader. He also performed feats of strength, such as having 101 cars driven over his hand and breaking thousands of tiles and bricks. These acts, while garnering attention, were condemned by Jayalalithaa herself. His career also encompassed acting, starting with a role in Kamal Haasan’s 1986 film “Punnagai Mannan” and continuing with appearances in numerous Tamil films.

Hussaini is survived by his wife and daughter. Days before his death, he made the decision to donate his body to medical research.

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