Actor Pavala Syamala passes away at 75 after cardiac arrest

Veteran Telugu actor Pavala Syamala died at 75 from a massive cardiac arrest while undergoing treatment at Osmania General Hospital.

Born as Nethi Syamala in Amaravathi, she debuted in 'Babai Abbai' and appeared in films including 'Challenge', 'Srivariki Premalekha', 'Swarnakamalam', 'Guntur Talkies', and 'Mathu Vadalara'.

She faced financial hardship and was denied treatment at a private hospital; locals and police arranged for her care at RK Foundation.

Producer Dil Raju, as chairman of the Film Development Corporation, arranged medical assistance; support also came from Pawan Kalyan, Chiranjeevi, and Allu Arjun.

In 2021, filmmakers Raj & DK launched a fundraiser after Syamala sold her awards to support her bedridden daughter with tuberculosis.