Stars pay tribute to Tamil actor Murali

Tamil actor Murali's demise on Wednesday morning has left the Tamil film industry in a state of shock. All shooting schedules were cancelled as a mark of respect for the late actor.Tamil superstar Rajinikanth also paid homage to the departed actor and consoled Murali's family members.

Murali died on Wednesday following a heart attack. The 46-year old Murali, who had acted in over 100 films, complained of chest pain and was rushed to a private hospital where doctors declared him brought dead.

Murali's son Atharva standing by the side of his father's body.

His co-actor Revati was also there.

Actor Sarathkumar Ramanathan, the current president of the South Indian Film Artistes' Association.

Actress Radhika.

Here's a look at his journey in Kollywood.

Murali, son of famous Kannada film director Siddalingaia, made his debut in Tamil film in 1984 playing the lead role in Poovilangu, directed by Ameerjhan.

Murali was much-sought after actor in the 90s when he gave a string of hit movies. His notable films include Idhayam, Pudu Vasantham, Porkalam.

He did a cameo in the recently released Baana Kaathadi, which was also the debut of his son Atharva.

His latest film Kavasam is slated for release this week, his family said.
,br>Here's a look at some of his films.

Pagal Nilavu (1985)

Kudumbam Oru Kovil (1987) saw him in a supporting role with veteran actor Sivaji Ganesan.

Puthu Vasantham (1989)

A still from Chinna Pasanga Naanga (1991).

Desiya Geetham with popular actress Rambha released in 1999.

Thaali Kattiya Rasa (1992)

Kanave Kalaiyadhe 1999.

Manu Needhi (2000).

Porkkalam (1997).

For Kadal Pookkal in 2001 he bagged Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actor.

Kadhulan 2003.

Murali had campaigned for the AIADMK in the 2006 assembly election.

A still from 1991 film Kurumbukkaran.

A still from Namma Veettu Kalyaanam (2002).

Nee Unnai Arindhal (2009).