Veteran Kannada actor M.S. Umesh passes away at 80
Veteran Kannada actor M.S. Umesh, known for his comic roles, died in Bengaluru on 30 November 2025 at the age of 80.
Summary
M.S. Umesh, a veteran Kannada film and theatre actor known for comic roles, passed away on 30 November 2025 in Bengaluru. He was 80 and had been undergoing treatment for cancer. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah condoled his death.
Key facts
- Name
- M.S. Umesh (Mysore Srikantayya Umesh)
- Field
- Kannada cinema and theatre; comic roles
- Died
- 30 November 2025, Bengaluru
- Age
- 80
- Cause
- Cancer
Practice MCQs 1 questions
Q1
M.S. Umesh, who passed away on 30 November 2025, was a veteran actor of which film industry?
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Correct answer: A — Kannada
M.S. Umesh was a veteran Kannada actor known for comic roles; he died in Bengaluru aged 80.