Veteran actor Delhi Ganesh, who was known for his contributions to Tamil cinema, sadly passed away on November 9, 2024.

Tamil actor Delhi Ganesh, who excelled in supporting roles and gave his talent its fullest expression in the character Samanathu, a sadist, in the short tele-film Payasam, based on writer T. Janakiraman’s short story, died in Chennai on Saturday night. He was 80 and is survived by his wife, two daughters and a son.

Known for doing character-based roles and antagonists in Tamil films, Delhi Ganesh also excelled as a comedian and a dubbing artiste

Who Was Delhi Ganesh? The veteran Delhi actor breathed his last at the age of 80 in Chennai. In a statement, his family confirmed the news of his passing from age-related ailments. Delhi Actor was known for essaying a variety of roles and featured in over 400 films.

Renowned Tamil actor Delhi Ganesh (pic), celebrated for his versatility and unforgettable supporting roles, passed away on Saturday (Nov 9), at 80.

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The talented actor was suffering from age related ailments and breathed his last at his house in Ramapuram, Chennai.

His contributions to Tamil cinema earned him several honors, including the Tamil Nadu State Film Award Special Prize for Pasi (1979) and the prestigious Kalaimamani award in 1994, presented by then-Chief Minister J.