Bengaluru: Acclaimed Kannada director Guruprasad dies by suicide in an apartment

Kannada film director Guruprasad, 52, famous for his films like Mata, Eddelu ManjunathaAnd Especially for the directorwas reportedly found dead in his apartment in Madanayakanahalli, Bengaluru.

Police have started an investigation into the time and circumstances of Kannada director Guruprasad’s death.

According to a report by Asianet News, neighbors contacted authorities after noticing a strong odor coming from his apartment. Upon entry, police discovered Guruprasad hanging from a ceiling fan, indicating he may have died a few days earlier.

Initial reports indicate that Guruprasad may have faced significant financial pressure from creditors, which may have contributed to his tragic decision. The director, who had recently remarried, was reportedly facing financial problems, including allegations of unpaid purchases.

Guruprasad was not only a director but also acted in several films and worked on his latest project, Breathewhen he died.

Following the news of his death, interest in Guruprasad on Google Trends soared, peaking on November 3 around 12:30 p.m. People searched for terms like ‘director Guruprasad’, ‘Guruprasad death’ and ‘Guruprasad suicide’. The highest search activity came from Karnataka, followed by Goa and Andhra Pradesh, reflecting the shock and concern over the filmmaker’s tragic fate.