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Noted Kannada filmmaker Guruprasad was discovered dead in his apartment in Bengaluru on November 3, 2024, raising concerns of suicide. Police found his body in a decomposed state, suggesting he may have passed away several days prior. Guruprasad, who would have celebrated his 52nd birthday just a day earlier, was known for acclaimed films such as Mata, Eddelu Manjunatha, and Director’s Special.
Neighbors alerted authorities after a foul odor emerged from his residence in Madanayakanahalli. Preliminary investigations indicate that Guruprasad was facing significant financial difficulties, including a complaint lodged against him for unpaid debts related to books and CDs purchased from a local bookstore. His last film, Ranganayaka, had flopped at the box office, further compounding his troubles
Guruprasad’s career was marked by both critical acclaim and personal struggles, making this tragedy resonate within the Kannada film industry. His contributions to cinema, especially with films that garnered both commercial success and artistic recognition, will be remembered even as discussions around mental health and the pressures within the film industry gain importance
