Malayalam film actor Kundara Johny dies
Kollam (Kerala) (PTI): Noted actor Kundara Johny, known for his impactful portrayal of negative characters in Malayalam films, died at a private hospital here on Tuesday, film industry sources said. He was 71.
He was rushed to the hospital after he suffered a heart attack on Tuesday evening, the FEFKA Directors' Union said in a Facebook post.
Beginning his film career in 1979, Johny earned acclaim for essaying negative roles in Malayalam films, notably in the blockbusters "Kireedam" and "Chenkol".
"Meppadiyan", which released in 2022, was his last movie.
Condoling the demise of the actor, Kerala Finance Minister K N Balagopal said Johny acted in more than 500 films during his over four-decade-long career.
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Mangaluru: BJP demands NIA probe into Suhas Shetty murder, announces Rs 25 lakh compensation
Mangaluru: BJP state president B.Y. Vijayendra has demanded that the murder case of Suhas Shetty, who was killed in Bajpe on Thursday, be handed over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Vijayendra, along with Leader of Opposition R. Ashok and other senior BJP leaders, visited Suhas Shetty’s residence on Friday to meet and console the bereaved family.
Addressing the media after the visit, Vijayendra expressed strong dissatisfaction with the state government and the police department. “There is public outrage across Karnataka over the murder of Suhas Shetty. The incident is condemnable. It is unfortunate that despite threats to his life, the police failed to provide protection. This reflects a complete failure on the part of the state government, the Home Department, and the police,” he said.
He accused the Congress-led government of neglecting the safety of Hindu activists and organisations. “The present government’s policies have created an unsafe environment for Hindu workers and organisations. People have lost trust in the Congress government,” Vijayendra added.
He further announced a financial compensation of Rs 25 lakh on behalf of the BJP to Suhas Shetty’s family. “We have assured the family of our support. Their world has been shattered by this incident. The government should also come forward and announce compensation, recognising the seriousness of the matter,” he said.
Vijayendra also pointed out that such targeted killings were being repeated in the state. “Whenever such incidents happen, the government has failed to support Hindu organisations. If there is any humanity left in this government, they should act now,” he said.
Leader of Opposition R. Ashok, MLAs Bharat Shetty, Rajesh Naik, Yashpal Suvarna, Bhagirathi Murulya, and BJP district president Satish Kumpala were present during the visit.
