Veteran actress Manjula (59) passed away at a private hospital in Chennai today. She was already suffering from jaundice and also hurt her stomach after falling down from the cot, today morning. She was rushed to the hospital immediately and doctors tried hard to remove the blood-clot in her stomach. She breathed her last in the hospital, few hours ago. She is married to actor Vijayakumar and the couple have three daughters, Vanitha, Preetha and Sridevi Vijaykumar. Majula made her debut as a teenage girl in Shanthi Nilayam (1969). Her first lead role was in Rickshawkaran (1971). The cremation will take place tomorrow.

Actresses Khushbu and Radikaa expressed their deep condolence to her family and friends.

Khushbu - RIP Manjula aunty..life will. Never be the same without u..u will alwz b d most beautiful woman to me..love u so much..

Radikaa Sarathkumar - RIP manjula Vijayakumar Akka , a fun loving warm hearted person. Aft seeing u 2day thght of all the good times & love u have showered to all.

Galatta Media expresses our deep condolence to her family.