Kannada actor Master Hirannaiah passes away in Bengaluru

Veteran Kannada actor Master Hirannaiah took his last breathe today, i.e. May 2 at a private hospital in Bengaluru. The actor who was admitted at a private hospital in Bengaluru was suffering from age-related ailments since a long time. According to media reports, the legendary artist was suffering from a liver ailment. He is survived by his wife and five children. He was born February 13, 1934, in Mysore. The noted veteran actor was named Narasimha Murthy, but he adapted his theatre names as Master Hirannaiah. 

One among the most senior stage performers in Karnataka has been a part of more than 30 films in Kannada. His notable drama plays include Lanchavathara, Double Thaali, Kanya Dahana, Sanyashi Samsara, Chamachavathara, Haasyadalli Ulta Palta, Kapil Mushti, Nadubidi Narayana, Bhrashtachaara, Anaachaara among many. The legendary artist has also given many notable films like Re (2016), Care of Footpath 2 (2015), No. 73, Shanthi Nivasa (2007).

Master Hirannaiah was a social causes awakening person. https://t.co/Pw8mcVGNHb

Master Hirannaiah no more! One of the last great Kannada theatre personalities, writer, orator, philosopher, director and multifaceted geniuses of our times.

RIP #MasterHirannaiah drama master nonpareil for the #Bengaluru #Karnataka theater lovers in particular, masses in general

Master Hirannaiah's body will be kept for the public to pay their last respects from 11:30 AM at his residence in Banashankari. The last rites will be held at 6:00 PM. The comedian, actor is known to mock at political corruption and this is one of the works that is being remembered by fans on social media. He was also a social cause awakening person.