Robo Shankar, Tamil actor and comedian who tragically collapsed on the set of Godsjilla in Chennai, enjoyed a leading career in film and television, with significant performances in films such as Maaari and Vaayai Moodi Pesavum and popular TV performances on shows like Kings or Comedy Juniors and Sembaruthi. Know about his life, career in films and television, and his family. Early life and career began Robo Shankar began his career as a mimicial artist and stand -up comedian, who performed in village performances. He deserves the nickname “Robo Shankar” for his signature robot dance performances. His breakthrough comes with star Vijay’s Kalakka Povathu Yaaru?, Where he showed off his comic skills and became a regular presence on the channel television shows. Robo Shankar, film career, made his cinematic debut with Rowthiram (2011), although his scenes were worked out. He was recognized with Id -Harkuthane Baitattai Balakumara (2013), who established himself as a comic actor. He appeared in several films, including: Yaaruda Mahesh – Supporting Role Kappal – Supporting Role Vaayai Moodi Pesavum (2014) – who was critically praised for his comic timing Touring Talkies (2015) – played a negative character Maaari (2015) – Performance Lauded; Critics said he “deserves a special mention” and “steals the show with his unique one lining and body language” Robo Shankar also worked as a double artist for Tamil versions of The Lion King: 2019: The Lion King-Pumbaa 2024: Mufasa: The Lion King-Pumbaa he also contributes in Kanni ‘ Maadam (2020). Television career Robo Shankar was a popular TV personality, known for his appearance on: Kings of Comedy Juniors Kanni Theevu Sembaruthi Top Cooku Dufe Cooku Season 2 His Energy, Comic Timing and versatility made him a fan favorite on TV and film. Family Woman: Priyanka Shankar – Daughter: Inspaja Shankar – debuted in Kanni Maadam (2020) – appeared in Bigil as a footballer and participated in Zee Tamil’s surviving death on September 16, 2025, and Shankar was admitted to Gem Hospital, Chennnai, in a massive gastro -intestinal bleeding and Multiorgan dysfuncy. He recently underwent jaundice treatment, causing significant weight loss. Despite intensive care, his condition deteriorated, and he died at 9:05 pm on September 18, 2025. His body was taken to his home in Valasaravakkam, Chennai, and the funeral was scheduled for September 19, 2025.
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