The coronavirus pandemic which has been holding the entire globe in its grip has claimed lakhs of lives and many from the entertainment industry have also succumbed to it. The latest shocking news is that Somadas famous for his stint on 'Bigg Boss 2' Malayalam hosted by Mohan Lal has died of cardiac arrest at 3 am on Sunday. Incidentally during the show, too, Somadas exited the house midway due to sudden illness and was found to have complications from high blood pressure, diabetes and cholesterol

It is said that 42 year old Somadas was undergoing treatment for COVID 19 at the Government Medical College Hospital Kollam. He recovered from the infection and even tested negative for the virus but his kidneys were reportedly damaged and cost him his life.

Somadas came into the limelight as a singer in Super Singer show and was spotted by the late Kalabhavan Mani who gave him a push in the film industry and he got the chance to sing a few songs for films. He was a divorcee and is survived by two children.

'Bigg Boss 2 Malayalam' contestant Arya has posted her condolences on her social media page “Can’t believe we just had so much fun together shooting for the last episode of Start Music just few days back . It’s gonna be so painful to watch that episode nte ponnu Somu.. Such an innocent soul... THANK YOU FOR ALL THOSE BEAUTIFUL SONGS YOU KEPT SINGING FOR US AND OUR KIDS WHILE IN THE Bb house... thank you for all those innocent smile you threw which we couldn’t resist. may you be at peace wherever you are my dear.... kannaana kanneeee... kannaaana kannneeee... won’t be able to listen to this song without an ache in the heart .... Last time when we met on the floor for shoot he held my hand and said ‘Dear Arya because of Corona all our plans were gone right. Lets celebrate when all these are over,’ .... I guess our plans will have to wait Somu... until I join you up there someday.... Rest In Peace you beautiful soul....(sic)”