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Goundamanis Wife Shanti Passes Away at 67 in Chennai :
Veteran Tamil comedian Goundamani, also known as Kollywood's "Comedy King" is mourning wife Shanti's death. She died from health issues at the age of 67. A legendary comedian cast Goundamani, the inseparable pal of Senthil during the hay days of Tamil cinema in the 1980s and 90s a hit for several decades. The actor was famously modest and lived a quiet, unassuming life off screen. He married Shanti in 1963 and the couple had two daughters, Selvi and Sumithra. Their love marriage lasted over 60 years.
According to News 18, Shanti has been unwell for some time. Though she was rushed to the hospital, her condition deteriorated and she died at around 10:30 am today. Her passing has been a crushing blow for the actor who remains out of the limelight for the most part lately. The house at Teynampet, Chennai, of the couple is open for people to pay their last respects to Shanti. A number of photos and updates about the grief-stricken family surfaced on social media, leading fans and the industry to offer condolences.
May 5th#RIPShanthiGoundamani
— Actor Kayal Devaraj (@kayaldevaraj) May 5, 2025
Legendary Actor #Goundamani Sir wife #Shanthi (Age 67) passed away #RIPShanthi #RIPSanthi pic.twitter.com/yQaEd9Qdtt
Goundamani and Tamil cinema Goundamani Background effects both of Kollywood's film culture and society. Goundamani rose to fame after his role in the film 'Raman Ethanai Ramanadi' released in the year 1970 and was known for his memorable performances in '16 Vayathinile', 'Karagattakaran' and many others. Azagar also did comedy in the films with Senthil and his hilarious dialogues became a trend in Tamil cinema.
Outside of camera, he has always followed a more meek a humble lifestyle, and has barely made public appearances in recent times. Industry and fans mourn the demise of Shanti Goundamani Shanti's death was met by an outpouring of sympathy from fans and fellow musicians. Several have taken to social media to say they are praying for, and supporting, a bereft actor. With the loss of Shanti, Goundamani has not just lost his loving wife, but people are also rallying behind the veteran at his time of difficulty.
