Suriya, Simbu Come To Aid Of Late Stuntman SM Raju's Family
The Tamil film industry is mourning the tragic death of stuntman SM Raju, also known as Mohan Raj, who lost his life during a car stunt for Pa Ranjith's upcoming film Vettuvam. Prominent actors including Suriya and Silambarasan TR (Simbu) have come forward to support Raju's grieving family, offering both emotional and financial assistance.
Stunt choreographer and close friend, Stunt Silva, spoke to Kumudam about the immediate response from the film fraternity following the accident. According to Silva, actor Arya was the first to reach out. 'The first person to call me after the incident happened was Arya," he said. He also recalled how actor Vijay expressed disbelief over the incident. 'Vijay sir himself called and said, he used to pull off stunts so perfectly. How did this happen?"
Silva further shared that Simbu and Suriya were quick to provide concrete help to the family. 'STR (Silambarasan TR, aka Simbu) sir called me and said he would give a cheque for a big amount to the family, and he gave them a large amount," Silva revealed. 'Suriya sir's manager called and said he would take care of the children's education. So everyone is rallying around them."
Raju was a veteran stuntman widely respected in the South Indian film industry. On July 13, while executing a high-risk car stunt under the supervision of stunt coordinator Dilip Subbarayan, the mishap occurred. Despite adhering to safety protocols, the stunt went fatally wrong. In a statement, Neelam Productions said, 'Our heart is broken for his wife, children, family, and all who knew and loved Mohan Raj Anna as a colleague and a friend."
According to The Hindu, filmmaker Pa Ranjith and three others have been booked under charges including negligence, abetment of an offence, and culpable homicide in connection with the accident.
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