Chennai/IBNS: T.C. Balaji, better known as Daniel Balaji, died of a heart attack in Chennai last night. He was 48.
He passed away at a private hospital in the city.
The actor, renowned for his diverse talents and captivating on-screen charisma, was hospitalized in Chennais Kottivakam due to chest pain, when he passed away, reported The New Indian Express.
The actors body will be laid to rest at his residence in Purasaiwalkam on Saturday.
Tributes
My deepest condolences on the loss of this amazing talent .
Sending thoughts of comfort and strength during this difficult time to the family. #RIPDanielBalaji pic.twitter.com/jRZlhLlOKh
Ramya Subramanian (@actorramya) March 30, 2024
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Such a Sad news
He Was an inspiration for me to join film institute
A very good friend
Miss working with him
May his soul rest in peace #RipDanielbalaji https://t.co/TV348BiUNJ
Mohan Raja (@jayam_mohanraja) March 29, 2024
#DanielBalaji (48) a fine actor passed away late night due to a cardiac arrest. Who can forget his voice and performance as the antagonist in Vettaiyaadu Vilayaadu, Polladhavan? #RIPDanielBalaji pic.twitter.com/idD7E40qlY
Sreedhar Pillai (@sri50) March 30, 2024
About Daniel Balaji
Balaji began his film career as a unit production manager on the sets of Kamal Haasans unreleased Marudhanayagam.
Balajis first role was in the television serial Chithi, where he played a character named Daniel.
His first film in Tamil was April Maadhathil, followed by a role in Kaadhal Kondein.
His first major role was in Kaakha Kaakha as a police officer alongside Suriya, who played the leading role.
Balaji followed this up with another major role in Menons next film, that of the antagonist Amudhan in the blockbuster film Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu.
Balaji made his debut in Malayalam cinema through Black. Later, he was cast as the villain in Bhagavan (opposite Mohanlal) and Daddy Cool (opposite Mammootty).
