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What happened to Mr Radha after he shot Mgr?
Both bullets got lodged in Ramachandran’s neck. Radha then turned the gun on himself and tried to shoot himself, but the bullet just scratched his right temple. Radha and Ramachandran were admitted to the Government General Hospital, Chennai, where they survived after proper treatment.
What is the reason for Mgr death?
In October 1984, M.G.R. was diagnosed with kidney failure as a result of diabetes. He died on 24 December 1987 in his Ramavaram Gardens residence in Manapakkam after a prolonged illness.
What is the full form of Mr Radha?
M. R. Radha. Madras Rajagopalan Radhakrishnan (14 April 1907 – 17 September 1979), popularly known by his stage name, M. R. Radha, was an Indian film actor and politician. He was given the title of “Nadigavel” (Spearhead of acting / frontrunner /torchbearer) by E.V.R. Periyar in a stage, for his acting prowess.
How did Radha kill Ramachandran?
During the conversation, Radha suddenly got up from his chair and shot twice at Ramachandran’s left ear. Both bullets got lodged in Ramachandran’s neck. Radha then turned the gun on himself and tried to shoot himself, but the bullet just scratched his right temple.
Who was Radha’s lawyer in the assassination trial?
In the assassination trial, held at Saithapet First Division Magistrate Court under Magistrate S. Kuppusami in May 1967, and later at the Chingleput Sessions Court held under Justice P. Lakshmanan, Radha was represented by eminent criminal attorney N. T. Vanamamalai. The verdict was delivered on 4 November 1967.
How many years did Radha Radha serve in jail?
Radha was 57 years old and had a large family to take care of, the Court reasoned on May 2, 1969, and reduced his sentence to five years. On April 29, 1971, the DMK government released M.R. Radha one month ahead of the scheduled date. In all, Radha served four years and three months in jail.