Chola Fame Actor Akhil Vishwanath Dead At 30

Kerala

State award-winning actor Akhil Viswanath was found dead at his residence, local authorities confirmed. He was 30. Akhil, who earned accolades for his role in the 2019 Kerala State Award-winning film Chola, had also featured in other notable films, including Operation Java. Akhil, along with his brother Arun, received the Kerala State Government award for Best Child Artist for their performance in the film Maangaandi.

Chola Fame Actor Akhil Vishwanath Dead At 30

Akhil's father Viswanath, is currently undergoing treatment following injuries sustained in a recent motorcycle accident. His mother, Geetha, found Akhil motionless while preparing to leave for work. Akhil had been working as a mobile shop mechanic in Kodaly, though he had reportedly not attended work for a wile. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of Akhil.

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Chola was directed by Sanal Kumar Sasidharan. The news of Akhil’s death was first shared by film worker Manoj Kumar, who wrote, “What have you done, Akhil?” Director Sanal Kumar Sasidharan’s shared a condolence note on Facebook which read, "The news that Akhil committed suicide is heartbreaking. He came to cinema from the pit of poverty. A single movie called Chola was enough for him to step in Malayalam cinema as an actor. It just didn't happen. After that movie was confined, the future hopes of many people including that young man who proved their talent through that movie were in darkness. I can't believe Akhil committed suicide. Knows that he was preparing to act in a movie soon. that was to start recently. Feeling sad Akhil. I don't know what was the cause of this untimely death. But those who have darkened the futures of men, including you, have a part in your blood. May your soul rest in peace. May your smile full of love touch me again.

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Chola actor Joju George expressed his grief, saying, “Rest In Peace Akhil .”"