Veteran Tamil actor Rajesh has passed away, leaving an undying wound on the industry. The actor passed away on Thursday at the age of 75 at his residence in Ramapuram, Chennai. Rajesh has done over 150 films in South Indian cinema and has been one of the biggest names in the industry. The actor is survived by two kids, daughter Divya and son Deepak.

Rajesh’s mortal remains are kept at his residence for his fans, relatives, and family members to pay their last respects. With a career spanning over decades, Rajesh has been one of the most important actors for the South Indian industry.

Rajesh started his career as school teacher

Born on December 20, 1949, in Mannargudi in Tamil Nadu’s Tiruvarur district, Rajesh began his professional journey as a school teacher. However, driven by a passion for acting, he eventually left teaching and made a foray into films — a decision that marked the beginning of an illustrious and impactful career in Indian cinema.