Renowned Tamil director R. D. Narayanamurthy best known for bringing to life the romantic comedy Manadhai Thirudivittai has passed away. He died on Tuesday night at Omandurar Government Hospital in Chennai after being admitted for treatment for several days. Narayanamurthy was 59 years old. His death is believed to have occurred around 8:30 pm reportedly following a heart attack. How was his filmy career? Fans remember him most for Manadhai Thirudivittai released in 2001 starring Prabhu Deva Kausalya and Gayatri Jayaraman. The film also featured comedy performances by Vadivelu Vivek Ranjith and Sriman in supporting roles. Beyond films Narayanamurthy also carved a niche in Tamil television. He directed well-known serials such as Nandini Rasathi Jimikki Kammal Anbe Vaa and Marumagale Vaa which aired on Sun TV. One of his earlier works was Oru Ponnu Oru Paiyan and over time he built a reputation as a storyteller who blended romance humor and everyday drama. Actress Gayatri Jayaraman who worked with him in Manadhai Thirudivittai paid a heartfelt tribute crediting him for giving her a memorable identity in Tamil cinema. More about R. D. Narayanamurthy Narayanamurthy is survived by his wife Hamsaveni and their son Lokeswaran who is currently employed in London. As per reports His body is being preserved at a private hospital and his final rites will be held once his son returns home. The funeral is expected to take place at his residence in Pammal in the Kancheepuram district on Friday. It is best known that he began his journey in the film industry by working as an assistant to prominent directors like Kathir G. M. Kumar and legendary Late Raj Kapoor. This experience laid a strong foundation for his own directorial career. Story Highlights R. D. Narayanamurthy the director of Manadhai Thirudivittai died at 59 following a heart attack. He had been receiving treatment at Omandurar Government Hospital for nearly a week. Known for both films and television he also directed serials like Nandini Rasathi and Anbe Vaa. His final rites will be conducted after his son returns from London. After reflecting on his storied career and the grief his passing has stirred it’s clear that R.D. Narayanamurthy leaves behind more than just films and TV serials.