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A. C. Murali Mohan

actor

Died
June 25, 2014
Age
54 years
Cause
suicide by hanging

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A. C. Murali Mohan, 54, Indian actor, suicide by hanging.

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A. C. Murali Mohan was a familiar face in Indian entertainment who left a lasting mark on Tamil film and television. Beginning his career in the early 1990s, he built a reputation through diverse character and comedy roles. He reached households across the country through his appearance in a popular Horlicks commercial. This iconic role earned him the affectionate nickname Horlicks Mama among his many fans. Beyond advertising, he became a household name for his portrayal of Laxman in the hit serial Thendral. He continued to balance movie roles with numerous television appearances throughout his career. Tragically, the 54-year-old actor died by suicide on June 25, 2014. He is remembered today as a versatile performer who brought memorable characters to life.

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A. C. Murali Mohan (1960-25 June 2014) was an Indian actor who appeared in Tamil-language films and television. He acted in movies as well as appearing for several advertisements. He is notable for a popular commercial for Horlicks and was popularly called Horlicks Mama and also for his role as Laxman in the Popular serial Thendral.

In the early 1990s he started in a character and comedy based roles in Tamil films. He has acted in several serials and appeared in several advertisements.

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Death

He committed suicide by hanging himself from the roof on the night of 25 June 2014. He is survived by his wife Seetha Rani, and son Uma Shankar.

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