R.B. Chaudhary, father of actor Jeeva, died in a road accident on May 5, 2026. The accident occurred at approximately 3:30 PM on the Beawar-Pindwara highway in Rajasthan. He was returning home after attending a wedding.
Key facts:
- R.B. Chaudhary was 76 years old at the time of his death.
- He produced 98 films under the banner of Super Good Films.
- The car lost control while attempting to avoid a cow and collided with a safety divider.
- The driver of the vehicle was seriously injured and referred to Jodhpur.
Chaudhary was a prominent figure in the Tamil film industry since 1988. His notable films include Nattamai, Suryavamsam, and Jilla. He left behind his wife and four children, including actor Jiiva.
His team stated, “His immense contribution to Indian cinema, especially through decades of memorable films, will always be remembered.” A large number of community members gathered at the hospital mortuary following the incident.
His body will be transported to Chennai for final rites.
