Rekha pays tributes to Manobala

Actor-filmmaker Manobala, who was last seen in Ghosty, died on Wednesday due to live-related issues. Condoling the death of the veteran comedian-filmmaker, actor Rekha who has worked under Manobala’s directions, En Purushanthaan Enakku Mattumthaan, Moodu Manthiram, said she is shocked beyond words to express.

Speaking to CE, Rekha said, “We had wanted to meet sometime soon. He had always asked and planned for an interview that we could do together. I am terribly upset and never thought that he would depart us this soon. Many of the legends are leaving us and it is disturbing. I have worked with him in two films and we had met recently at music event. He has got a humorous personality. I have a lot of experiences but I am unable to spell it out now.”

Having starred in more than 200 films, Manobala also had 24 films to his credit as director. His debut directorial feature was Aagaya Gangai in 1982, which starred Karthick and Suhasini in lead roles. Known for his strong comic roles, Manobala regularly collaborated with the biggest stars in Tamil cinema.

His last rites are expected to take place at his residence in Chennai on Wednesday. He is survived by his wife and son