Tamil Actor Nitish Veera Dies of Covid-19 At 45, Celebs Pay Their Condolences

Chennai: Tamil actor Nitish Veera, best known for his role in Asuran, died of Covid-19 at a private hospital in Chennai at the age of 45. His death came as a shock to the Tamil film industry and many celebrities offered their condolence to the family of the late actor. A few days ago, Nitish was tested positive for novel coronavirus and was undergoing treatment at a Chennai hospital.

He breathed his last on Monday (May 17). He is survived by his wife and two daughters, aged 8 and 7. Also Read - What COVID-19 And Black Fungus Mean For People With Diabetes, Cancer And Kidney Issues | Doctor Speaks

Vishnu Vishal, who worked with Nitish in several films, wrote, “#RIPNitishVeera. It pains to write this… Acted with him in #Vennilakabbadikuzhu and #MaaveranKittu.. This covid second wave is taking away so many lives.. Be careful and keep your loved ones really close to you… (sic).”