The news regarding the tragic passing of veteran film producer R.B. Choudary (often spelled R.B. Choudhary or Soundri) has deeply shocked the film industry.
Incident Details
Date & Time: Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at approximately 3:00 PM.
Location: Near Udaipur, Rajasthan.
Cause: He was involved in a fatal road accident while traveling to attend a family wedding in Lilamba village. Reports indicate the vehicle swerved to avoid stray cattle on the highway and struck a roadside barrier or wall.
Outcome: Mr. Choudary was declared dead on the spot. His nephew and the driver sustained serious injuries and were hospitalized in Jodhpur.
Legacy in Cinema
R.B. Choudary was a powerhouse in South Indian cinema, particularly through his production house, Super Good Films.
Prolific Career: Over four decades, he produced 99 films across Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi.
Star Maker: He was instrumental in the early careers of major stars like Vijay (producing hits like Poove Unakkaga and Thullatha Manamum Thullum) and Pawan Kalyan (Suswagatham).
Director Launchpad: He is credited with introducing over 34 directors to the industry, including K.S. Ravikumar and Vikraman.
Family: He is survived by his wife and four sons, including popular Tamil actors Jiiva and Jithan Ramesh.