In a shocking criminal incident, Suriyanarayanan (73), father of renowned Tamil and Malayalam actress Vishnupriya, was discovered deceased under suspicious circumstances at his Kodaikanal bungalow. The grim discovery was made on February 21st in the popular hill station located in Tamil Nadu, southern India.
According to investigative reports from The New Indian Express and The Times of India, the elderly victim was found restrained to a chair with his hands tied and face extensively covered with adhesive tape. The body was positioned beside the property’s swimming pool, indicating potential foul play in what authorities are treating as a homicide investigation.
Police reconstruction suggests approximately five individuals, posing as tourists, checked into the unauthorized rental accommodation on February 21st. The perpetrators subsequently overpowered two employees on the premises before targeting Suriyanarayanan. After restraining the victim, the suspects allegedly ransacked the property, making off with gold jewelry, valuable items, and critical evidence including the surveillance system’s hard disk drive.
One employee managed to escape restraints and alerted authorities, but by the time assistance arrived, Suriyanarayanan had already succumbed. Law enforcement agencies have launched a comprehensive manhunt across the region, examining nearby CCTV footage and pursuing multiple investigative angles including possible revenge motives.
The entertainment industry has been shaken by this tragedy, particularly affecting actress Vishnupriya who gained fame through her acclaimed performance in the 2005 romantic comedy ‘Maayavi’ alongside stars Suriya and Jyothika. Her portrayal of a differently-abled character earned widespread recognition throughout Tamil Nadu. The family has not yet issued any official statement regarding the devastating incident.