Popular Tamil actor-director Manobala dies at 69, Rajinikanth pays tribute to his 'dear friend'

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Well-known for his comedy roles, Manobala acted in hundreds of films during his 35-year career. Photo: Manobala/Twitter

Tamil cinema's popular actor and director Manobala passed away at the age of 69 in Chennai city in southern India on Wednesday (May 3).

He was suffering from liver-related ailments, according to local media reports.

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