Legendary Tamil Actor Rajesh Passes Away at 75, Leaving a Legacy of Iconic Films
A Heartfelt Farewell to Rajesh
Renowned Tamil actor Rajesh has sadly passed away at the age of 75 on May 29. Reports indicate that he experienced low blood pressure in the morning and tragically succumbed while being transported to the hospital. His nephew confirmed the heartbreaking news.
The South Indian film community and his fans are mourning this significant loss. Superstar Rajinikanth, who starred alongside Rajesh in several memorable films including Thai Veedu, Billa, and Thanikattu Raja, expressed his sorrow on social media, stating: “The sudden news of my dear friend, actor Rajesh's death, has left me in shock and deep sadness. He was an exceptional person; may his soul find peace. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.”
என்னுடைய நெருங்கிய நண்பர், நடிகர் ராஜேஷ் அவர்களின் அகால மரணச் செய்தி எனக்கு அதிர்ச்சியளிக்கிறது. மிகுந்த மன வேதனையைத் தருகிறது.
— Rajinikanth (@rajinikanth) May 29, 2025
அருமையான மனிதர், அவருடைய ஆத்மா சாந்தியடையட்டும்.
அவருடைய குடும்பத்தினருக்கும், நண்பர்களுக்கும் என்னுடைய ஆழ்ந்த அனுதாபங்கள்.#ActorRajesh
Film producer G Dhananjeyan also paid tribute, saying: “It is very sad to learn about the passing of Actor #Rajesh, a talented actor and a respected figure in the film industry. My sincere condolences to his family. Rest in peace, sir.”
Very sad to read about the passing away of Actor #Rajesh sir, a fine actor and a respected person in film industry. My heartfelt condolences to the family. Rest in peace sir. pic.twitter.com/FMr4eOOiCM
— G Dhananjeyan (@Dhananjayang) May 29, 2025
Actress Radhikaa Sarathkumar also shared her feelings of shock and sorrow regarding Rajesh's passing. She remarked, “I am deeply shocked and saddened by the unexpected demise of #rajesh. We shared numerous films and I held great respect for his extensive knowledge of cinema and life. He will be missed by family, friends, and the film community. #RIP”
Deeply shocked and sudden to hear of #rajesh s unexpected demise. Shared so many movies together and had a deep respect to his wide knowledge of cinema and life, will be missed by family, friends and film fraternity. #RIP🙏🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/o0IQQaQtTU
— Radikaa Sarathkumar (@realradikaa) May 29, 2025
Throughout his illustrious career, Rajesh appeared in over 150 films, beginning with ‘Aval Oru Thodar Kathai’ in 1974. His filmography includes notable titles such as Kanni Paruvathile, Andha 7 Naatkal, Thanikattu Raja, Payanangal Mudivathillai, Metti, Anal Kaatru, Thai Veedu, Oru Indhiya Kanavu, Simma Soppanam, Sirai, Manakanakku, Ilangeswaran, Sathya, Vaathiyaar Veettu Pillai, Dheena, among many others.
His final film was Merry Christmas, featuring Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi.