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He is a legend… He spelled each and every act with a brilliant stroke…. He was a great companion and friend of everyone.

And now he departs from this world, but will remain cherished in our hearts for ever.

The reigning actor Vishnuvardhan laid a great impact amongst the generations with his vigorous involvement in filmdom. From the time, he made his debut with ‘Sahasa Simha’; this wizard had yearned for more perfection.

The legendry is now 200-films old and still he had no rooms for pride.

A genuine person, an adorable father and lovable husband!!! What else? You can keep adding more synonyms for his love, affection for the people. Even in times of political crisis between the states, he maintained a cordial relationships our very own actors.

Even if we have hundreds and thousands of actors stepping into the film industry, he will ever remain on the heights of glory.

Indian movie star Vishnuvardhan has died after suffering a heart attack at the age of 59.

The actor, born Sampath Kumar, passed away on Wednesday in Karnataka, southern India and government officials closed schools, movie theatres and local businesses for two days of state mourning in his honour.

News of Vishnuvardhan's death led to outbursts of violence throughout the city of Bangalore, where his body lay in state before cremation. The Times of India reports crowds clashed with police, who fired tear gas and rubber bullets in a bid to break up the ugly scenes.

Vishnuvardhan made his big screen debut in 1972 and went on to star in 199 films throughout his career, including notable performances in Muthina Haara, Hombisilu and Sahasa Simha. His 200th film, Aptha Rakshaka, is due for release in 2010.

The star was handed the Karnataka state award for best actor seven times, and in 2004 he was honoured with the Filmfare lifetime achievement award.

Vishnuvardhan is survived by his actress wife Bharathi, and daughters Keerthi and Chandana.

Bangalore, Dec 30 (Ians) Police cane charged and burst tear gas shells here Wednesday to control fans who turned unruly while waiting to pay homage to Kannada superstar Vishnuvardhan. The 60-year-old actor died in Mysore, about 140 kms from here, following heart attack in the wee hours of Wednesday.

The body was brought here and kept at the National College Grounds in south Bangalore for his fans to pay their respects.

Thousands of fans from across Bangalore and nearby areas poured into the ground for the last glimpse of the actor whom they admired as ‘Sahasa Simha’.

As several of them tried to break.

Kannada film industry.s superstar Vishnuvardhan died of a heart attack early Wednesday, doctors said. The actor died while he was being rushed to a hospital in Mysore. He leaves behind his wife Bharathi Vishnuvardhan, who is an actress, and his two daughters Keerthi and Chandana.Vishnuvardhan, 60, was under medical observation at the Vikram Hospital in Mysore for many days. Doctors checked the actor thoroughly Tuesday evening and said he was in good condition. But early Wednesday morning Vishnuvardhan complained of chest pain and died while being taken to hospital.The Karnataka government has ordered a state funeral for the superstar. Elaborate police arrangements have been made for the procession which will be taken from the actor.s residence here to the Jayanagar Cosmopolitan Club grounds. Fans and family members will be able to pay tribute to the actor between 10 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Wednesday.The Kannada film...

Kannada film industry's superstar Vishnuvardhan died of a heart attack early Wednesday, doctors said. The actor died while he was being rushed to a hospital in Mysore. He leaves behind his wife Bharathi Vishnuvardhan, who is an actress, and his two daughters Keerthi and Chandana.Vishnuvardhan, 60, was under medical observation at the Vikram Hospital in Mysore for many days. Doctors checked the actor thoroughly Tuesday evening and said he was in good condition. But early Wednesday morning Vishnuvardhan complained of chest pain and died while being taken to hospital.The Karnataka government has ordered a state funeral for the superstar. Elaborate police arrangements have been made for the procession which will be taken from the actor's residence here to the Jayanagar Cosmopolitan Club grounds. Fans and family members will be able to pay tribute to the actor between 10 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Wednesday.The Kannada film industry has been shocked by actor's death,...