Michael Madhu | |
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| Born | 1969/1970 Karnataka, India |
| Died | 13 May 2020 (aged 50-51) [1] |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actor |
Michael Madhu (1969/70-May 13, 2020) was an Indian actor in the Kannada film industry. [2] Some of the notable films of Michael Madhu as an actor include Bhajarangi (2013), Shhh! (1993), and Ashwamedha (1990). [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]
Michael Madhu was part of more than three hundred films. [1]
Michael Madhu died due to complications from a heart attack, on 13 May 2020. [8] [1] [9]
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