Kannada film director Guruprasad was found dead in a residential complex in the outskirts of the city on Sunday, police said.

Renowned Kannada filmmaker Guruprasad, known for his unique storytelling and direction, has died by suicide. The news of his death came as a shock to the Kannada film industry. His body was discovered in a decomposed state at his apartment in Madanayakanahalli.

Kannada film director Guruprasad was found dead in his Bengaluru flat, suspected suicide due to financial stress. His sudden demise has shocked the industry.

State award winning Kannada filmmaker Guruprasad was found dead at his flat in Madanayakanahalli, on the outskirts of Bengaluru on Sunday (November 3, 2024) morning. His neighbours in the apartment alerted police on Sunday after a foul smell started emanating from his flat which was locked from inside.