Tragedy Strikes Vettuvam Set: Stuntman SM Raju Killed in Car Crash

The Tamil film industry is mourning the loss of beloved stuntman SM Raju, who tragically died Sunday morning in a car crash on the set of *Vettuvam*. The accident occurred during the filming of a high-risk car toppling sequence for the film, which stars Arya and is directed by Pa Ranjith.

Horrific Accident Captured on Film

Distressing footage of the accident has emerged, showing Raju driving a car at high speed before it violently flips and crashes. The crew’s horrified reactions are audible as they rush to the wreckage to pull Raju free. Sadly, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

A Controlled Stunt Turned Tragedy

What began as a controlled stunt quickly transformed into a heartbreaking and unforeseen tragedy. The atmosphere on set turned somber as the cast and crew grappled with the sudden loss of their colleague. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the inherent risks involved in stunt work.