Synopsis
The body of South Indian film producer NK Chowdary was found in his Goa home, prompting a police investigation into the suspicious circumstances surrounding his death, which may involve drug-related crime.Key Takeaways
- NK Chowdary's body found in Goa.
- Police investigating suspicious death.
- Possible ties to local drug cartel.
- Chowdary faced financial and legal troubles.
- Renowned for producing 'Kabali'.
Mumbai, Feb 3 (NationPress) The lifeless body of producer Sunkara Krishna Prasad Chowdary, popularly recognized as NK Chowdary within the South Indian film scene, was discovered at his residence in north Goa on Monday.
The producer had been residing in a rented apartment in the Siolim area of North Goa for the past seven months. When a friend attempted to reach him on Monday, there was no response. The friend subsequently alerted the landlord, who found Chowdary’s body hanging from the ceiling fan.
Upon receiving the report, law enforcement arrived at the scene and retrieved the body. He was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead by medical personnel.
The Goa Police categorized this as a suspicious death in their official statement. Nonetheless, thorough investigations are underway to explore all possible angles. His family has been notified, and this case presents a significant challenge for the authorities. Consequently, the investigation is being conducted from multiple perspectives.
Authorities have not dismissed the potential involvement of a drug cartel, as Goa’s underground scene is infamous for such incidents.
Chowdary’s life took a downturn in 2023 when he was apprehended by the Cyberabad Special Operations Team in connection with a high-profile drug case. He was acclaimed for introducing the Rajinikanth-starring Tamil hit ‘Kabali’ to Telugu audiences.
Reports indicate that the producer faced considerable financial strain, with relentless pressure from creditors playing a crucial role in his decision-making. After enduring multiple setbacks in the film industry, he allegedly resorted to drug procurement and distribution.
The Goa Police confirmed in their preliminary investigation that the producer had been battling depression and financial troubles following his arrest.
