Actor jeeva

R.B. Chaudhary, a prominent figure in the Tamil film industry and father of actor Jeeva, died in a road accident on the Beawar-Pindwara highway in Rajasthan on May 5, 2026. He was returning home after attending a wedding when his car lost control while trying to avoid a cow and collided with a safety divider.

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 accident occurred at approximately 3:30 PM.
• The driver was seriously injured and referred to Jodhpur for treatment.

Chaudhary had been a significant player in the Tamil film industry since 1988. His notable films include Nattamai, Suryavamsam, and Jilla. He leaves behind his wife and four children, including actor Jeeva.

A statement from R.B. Chaudhary’s team said, “His immense contribution to Indian cinema, especially through decades of memorable films, will always be remembered.” Following the incident, many community members gathered at the hospital mortuary to pay their respects.

His body will be transported to Chennai for final rites. The loss of R.B. Chaudhary has left many in the South Indian film industry mourning his passing.