Acclaimed filmmaker Surya Kiran, who had been battling jaundice for an extended period, recently passed away in Chennai. Genelia Deshmukh expressed her grief and paid tribute to the late filmmaker on social media. Deshmukh shared a heartfelt message, recalling her experience working on ‘Satyam’, her debut Telugu film directed by Surya Kiran. She expressed gratitude for the memories created during the film’s production and highlighted the impact of Surya Kiran’s work on her career and the film industry.
In her tweet, Genelia Deshmukh wrote, “R.I.P Dear Surya Kiran and thank you for the memories of Satyam – my first Telugu film… Prayers and strength to the family.”
‘Satyam’, a Telugu cinema, marked Genelia Deshmukh’s debut in the industry and held a special place in her heart for working with the renowned filmmaker. The film tells the story of an aspiring writer/songwriter who faces misunderstandings from his father and love interest. It was Surya Kiran’s comedy romantic directorial debut and was well-received by fans, performing admirably at the box office.
Apart from his directorial endeavors, Surya Kiran was also known for his work as an actor. He appeared in films such as ‘Kadal Meengal’, ‘Mangamma Sabadham’, ‘Manithan’, ‘Swayam Krushi’, and ‘Khaidi No 786’. Surya Kiran’s contributions extended beyond Telugu cinema, as he also made notable works in the Tamil and Malayalam film industries.