Updated On: 30 March, 2024 10:54 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Daniel`s final rites will be held at his Purasaiwalkam residence. He was last seen in the 2023 film `Ariyavan` directed by Mithran R Jawahar.

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Tamil actor Daniel Balaji died of a heart attack in Chennai on Friday night. He was 48. Daniel was reportedly rushed to the hospital after complaining of chest pain. The Tamil film industry is shocked by the news of his demise and is expected to pay their last respects to him today. Daniel`s final rites will be held at his Purasaiwalkam residence. As per reports, his eyes were donated posthumously to fulfill his wish.
Director Mohan Raja took to X and paid tribute with a post that read, "Such a sad news. He was an inspiration for me to join film institute. A very good friend. Miss working with him. May his soul rest in peace. #RipDanielbalaji."