Telugu actor Bharath Kanth dies in fatal car accident in Hyderabad
Bharath Kanth, a Telugu actor, and cameraman G Sai Trilok died in a car crash on Hyderabad's Outer Ring Road in the wee hours of Sunday. The accident occurred after their car hit a truck. Both men were returning from Nellore, and an investigation into the cause is underway.
Telugu actor Bharath Kanth passed away in a fatal car accident that took place on the Hyderabad Outer Ring Road (ORR). According to Gulte, the incident took place in the early hours of Sunday when two people, including the actor, were killed.
Bharath Kanth dies in Hyderabad car accident
K Bharath Kanth, 31, and G Sai Trilok, 31, reportedly died on the spot after their car collided with a truck.
“When the car reached near exit number 12, Bharat Kanth, who was driving the car, rammed into a container truck ahead of the car. Both Bharath Kanth and Sai Trilok suffered serious injuries and died on the spot,” Gulte quoted Adibatla Inspector, B Ravi Kumar.
How did Bharath Kanth die
The Times of India reported that the car in which the duo were travelling was completely crushed from the impact of the collision.
Reportedly, the incident took place while they were returning to Hyderabad from Nellore. Both are said to be natives of the Andhra Pradesh district.
The report added that Kanth and Trilok left for Hyderabad on Saturday night. Around 3 am, they reached the ORR at Peddamberpet. They are believed to have been heading towards Shamshabad when the deadly accident took place.
Reportedly, both were residents of Nanakramguda.
It is said that the identities of both deceased were ascertained using their phones and the registration number of the vehicle.
Cause of death
The official cause of death remains unknown. The mortal remains of Kanth and Trilok were sent for post-mortem. Reportedly, they were taken to the Osmania Hospital mortuary.
Meanwhile, rash and negligent driving is suspected to be the prime cause behind the accident.
Investigation underway
An investigation has been launched to probe into the car accident.
ANI confirmed the developments and posted on X, “Telugu actor Bharath Kanth and another person lost their lives after their car collided with a truck near Exit No. 12 on the ORR under Adibatla police station limits in Hyderabad. This incident happened last night. We have registered a case, shifted the bodies of the deceased for post-mortem examination, and are investigating the matter.”
Who was Bharath Kanth
Kanth was a budding actor, while Trilok was a cameraman.
Reportedly, both shifted to Hyderabad about a decade ago to pursue careers in the Telugu film industry.
Kanth was an actor, dancer and content creator.
He enjoyed popularity on social media, with nearly 40,000 followers on Instagram and around 30,000 subscribers on YouTube.
Kanth also acted in Telugu films and short films such as Tenant and Gramam.
Meanwhile, Kanth's last Instagram post has gone viral after news of his accident surfaced.
The post shows Kanth at a mall in Bangkok, Thailand. It read: "Naan itha solliye aaganum. Nee avvalavu azhagu! (I have to say this. You are so beautiful!)"
Several fans expressed their shock at the tragic news of Kanth's car accident in the comment section. A few sent their prayers for the family.
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