M.S Umesh to Ravikumar Menon: A look at recent death in South Indian cinema

The cinema of South India is built on the shoulders of artists whose performances felt less like acting and more like slices of real life. For decades, these legendary actors shaped the culture, laughter, and drama cherished by millions. The recent string of farewells, spanning the Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam industries, marks a deeply felt moment of reflection. Here’s a look at the most notable losses so far this year.