South Actress Vinaya Prasad Returned to Set 4 Days After Husband's Death at 28

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News18•30-01-2026, 09:06
South Actress Vinaya Prasad Returned to Set 4 Days After Husband's Death at 28
- •South Indian actress Vinaya Prasad, known for Kannada, Malayalam, and Tamil films, faced immense personal tragedy early in her career.
- •At just 28 years old, her husband, director-editor V.R.K. Prasad, passed away in 1995, shattering her world.
- •Despite deep sorrow, Vinaya returned to shooting only four days after his death, a decision driven by the need to overcome depression and secure her daughter's future.
- •She later remarried Jyotiprakash in 2002, keeping her first husband's surname, and continues to be active in cinema, inspiring many.
- •Vinaya Prasad, born Vinaya Bhat in Udupi, Karnataka, is also a Carnatic music expert and has acted in over 100 films and popular TV serials.
Why It Matters: Vinaya Prasad's resilience in returning to work after a personal tragedy at 28 became an inspiring example.
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