Surya Kiran Passes Away At 51

Filmmaker Surya Kiran passed away in Chennai on Monday due to jaundice. He was 51.

He was known for making movies such as 'Satyam', 'Raju Bhai; and a few others.

PRO Suresh announced the news of his death and said, "Director #SuryaKiran has passed away due to jaundice. He directed telugu films, Satyam, Raju Bhai and a few others. He was also a former contestant on Biggboss Telugu. Om Shanti."

He started off his career as a child artiste and worked in over 200 films during his early years. He later transitioned to directing and made his debut with the 2003 film 'Satyam,' which starred Sumanth and Genelia and became a tremendous success at the box office.

Following this, Surya Kiran directed several other notable films including "'hana 51,' 'Brahmastram,' 'Raju Bhai,' and 'Chapter 6.'

It has to be noted that he was a contestant in 'Bigg Boss Telugu' season 4. Surya Kiran was previously married to actress Kalyani, known for her role in 'Avunu Valliddharu Ishtapaddaru,' but the couple later divorced. His sister Sujitha is a well-known television actress.