CHENNAI: Tamil actor-comedian Robo Shankar, known for working alongside actors like Dhanush and Thalapathy Vijay, has passed away at 46.

The actor took his last breath at the GEM Hospital in Chennai on Thursday.

“Robo Shankar was admitted to GEM Hospital, Perungudi, Chennai, on 16th September 2025 in a critical condition with a massive gastrointestinal bleed and multiorgan dysfunction secondary to a complex abdominal condition. He was managed in the critical care unit with intensive medical management,” the hospital said in a statement.

However, his condition rapidly deteriorated, and he passed away on September 18 at 9:05 PM.

As soon as the news came out, condolences have been pouring in from the industry, with stalwarts like Kamal Haasan paying an emotional tribute.

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