BENGALURU: Kannada film director Guruprasad (52) was found dead at his residence in Bengaluru. The body was found hanging from a ceiling fan in his apartment in Madanayakanahalli. The body was in a decomposed state. The initial conclusion of the police is that Guruprasad may have committed suicide a few days ago.

The police reached the spot and checked following a complaint from neighbours that an unbearable smell was emanating from the apartment. Guruprasad was reportedly facing financial difficulties. His latest release, Ranganayaka, had not performed well at the box office. He died while working on the film Ademaa. An investigation has been launched.

Guruprasad was known for his satirical style and socially relevant themes. Mata, Eddelu Manjunatha, and Director's Special are some of his major films. His best-known work Eddelu Manjunatha (2009) had won the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Screenplay. Guruprasad had recently married only a few months ago following a divorce from his first wife.